A woman who suddenly found herself ‘homeless’ says she uses dating apps to stay at men’s houses as she believes she’s too hot to pay rent.
In an era where technology plays a part in every aspect of our lives, an unexpected crossover between dating apps and housing solutions has emerged.
A woman has gone viral after taking an unconventional tactic to avoid being homeless, sparking a mixed reaction on social media.
Instead of turning to dating apps for love, she’s seeking shelter to avoid soaring rent prices.
Rent prices are escalating globally and young people are struggling due to high rents, poor living conditions, and difficult landlords.
It’s even more problematic for self-employed individuals, who often face additional hurdles like large upfront deposits.
Enter Emily Webb, 25, from Australia‘s Gold Coast.
The Aussie has devised an unconventional solution to avoid being homeless, describing it as her ‘pretty privilege.’
On TikTok, Webb reveals she’s using dating apps like Hinge to secure nightly accommodations.
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She explains: “I can’t believe I’ve been wasting my money on rent all this time. Life hack: if you’re hot, don’t ever pay rent.”
Webb notes that she doesn’t disclose her situation to the men, saying: “I don’t usually tell them – I don’t want to put pressure on anyone. I don’t mention that I’m homeless and I don’t think I look homeless.”
Webb’s confession has sparked a heated debate online, with some criticizing her for exploiting pretty privilege while others have expressed concern for her safety.
“In times of crisis, you do what you have to do,” one TikToker says. “She found a way to keep a roof over her head without compromising her safety or dignity.”
Another adds: “This is kinda genius…”
Others are criticizing her approach, arguing it could set a dangerous precedent.
“It’s a risky move,” worries one viewer. “Relying on strangers met through dating apps for shelter can be extremely unsafe. It’s a temporary fix, not a solution.”
In agreement, a second says: “This is just ridiculous. The dangers here are unreal.”
In an interview with News.com.au, Webb defends her actions and says her current strategy is not a permanent solution.
She explains that despite having a profitable OFs account with over 100,000 followers and being able to afford around $1000 weekly for rent, she’s struggled to secure housing even when offering up to a year’s rent upfront.
Webb adds: “You’re only single and hot once and I love taking advantage of it anywhere it can.
“I’m just applying for apartments and it gives me the space to be picky. I just realized I’m fine without a place. I feel like any day I could have a rental. I’m not extremely stressed.”
Annie Walton Doyle is a content editor at IGV who specializes in trending, lifestyle, and entertainment news. She graduated from Goldsmiths, University of London, with a degree in English Literature. Annie has previously worked with organizations such as The Huffington Post, The Guardian, The Telegraph, Harvard University, the Pulitzer Prize, and 22 Words.
