I knew you would be impressed.
That’s the benefit of a flat as a single (by choice) bachelor.
Turn off the water, unplug the refrigerator and off I go . Security takes care of the red.
Easy day.
While there are advantages to a house, the problem is leaving for an extended period of time as a bachelor with out any one to look after it.
Chances of a break in are extremely high in a vacant house or in America the latest craze is Squatters.