Viv Stanley shares how she and a long‑time friend chose to buy and live in a spacious, future‑proof home together in Feilding. After selling their separate houses, they designed a setup that balances independence and companionship, with two private living areas, equal master bedrooms, and accessible features. Viv also talks through the legal planning, shared costs, and clear agreements that make their co‑ownership secure, practical, and friendship‑friendly.

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