A couple bought a house with a finished basement for their daughter and her husband to live in. It's helped the newlyweds save $20,000 for their own home.

Caroline Navarrete and her husband have made her parents' basement their home.

Caroline Navarrete

• Caroline and Gabriel Navarrete live in the basement of Caroline's parents' home.
• Her parents bought a house with a finished basement that could serve as an apartment for the couple.
• The Navarretes said the affordable rent they pay has helped them save $20,000 for their own home.

Moving into your first home as newlyweds is a significant milestone for many couples.