a woman sitting on a teal couch in an orange room
Daniela Vilu bought her first home after living a nomadic life.
  • Daniela Vilu became a first-time homeowner in London in 2023 after a challenging journey.
  • The process took years and was filled with sacrifices and outbidding in the city's housing crisis.
  • Despite the fulfillment, she faced post-purchase depression and struggles with financial management.

London is a city designed with young people in mind, but it's almost too expensive for the young. Yet, I feel I've conquered it. I became a first-time homeowner in May 2023, although it took almost everything in me.