“Moving in together after meeting, getting engaged and honeymooning in less than three weeks is difficult. Demona Hoffman — certified dating coach, host of the Dates & Mates podcast, and consultant to The Drew Barrymore Show — knows all too well how an accelerated, TV-friendly timeline can shape a relationship. “Time moves faster, and you cling to your matches like a life raft when you know you have a limited time to meet your person and every move you make can be scrutinized down the road by viewers,” Hoffman tells Bustle in an email.
But some experiences, like moving in together, aren’t just difficult on TV. Couples have a lot to consider when taking this step, from big things like finances and plans for the future, to smaller details like how to keep the kitchen clean and how to decorate a shared space. So as Season 4’s couples scurry across the screen, Hoffman is here to share her expertise.”