Meet Alex, a pragmatic Canadian in their late 20s who has spent their entire life in the bustling city of Waterloo. Growing up in a family of landlords, Alex learned the importance of financial responsibility early on. Now working in a startup while managing their own rental property, Alex believes in setting clear expectations when it comes to housing arrangements, which is why they swear by the first and last month’s rent system. They have a close-knit group of friends and enjoy hosting board game nights at their cozy apartment, which they share with an adventurous roommate from out of town.