As the cost of living continues to climb at an unprecedented rate, many individuals are driven to think outside the box to maintain a tranquil lifestyle without falling into financial despair. One such innovator is Austin Wells from San Diego, who has come up with an unconventional yet financially savvy solution: buying an apartment on a cruise ship.
Wells revealed that he put down $300,000 (£238,000) on a 12-year lease studio apartment onboard the MV Narrative in an interview with CNBC in 2022.
Now, let's not deny it, this is still a hefty sum and far more than most of us could even begin to imagine having in our bank accounts now - or even ever - but compare it to rising house prices across the country - and don't get me even started on London - and Wells is laughing.
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