Even if you are still in college.
2006-10-07 13:20:49 · 10 answers · asked by gentlgodis 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
18 to go to college.
22 for real.
I think it's borderline OK if you pay rent. BUT the parents need to raise the rent a little each year, or you'll have a 41 year old still living in "grandmummy's old wing".
2006-10-07 13:55:42 · answer #1 · answered by emilsignia 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's an age thing - it's a maturity thing! I moved out when I was 18, but my brother is 19, and still lives at home. In my eyes he is WAY too immature to be out on his own, and I'm glad that he still lives with my mother. It depends on the person. As for a college student - if you feel ready then go for it, but I would stay until you graduate. It's hard to hold down a full-time job, and get an education at the same time. If parents are willing, stay until you graduate.
2006-10-07 23:05:19 · answer #2 · answered by Megan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I still live at home and I'm in my early 20s, mainly because housing and rent is way too expensive here in L.A., and if I did live on my own it would take my whole paycheck for that month, and maybe even more. But, I think it's appropriate to move out at 18, since that is the age where you are an "adult".
2006-10-07 20:24:45 · answer #3 · answered by Vix 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
18 or 21
2006-10-07 20:23:25 · answer #4 · answered by Jennifer C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
18
2006-10-07 20:21:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you saying that you're in college, but are still living at home? 18 is generally considered the best time to leave. I left home earlier than that, but really, staying around too long is definitely not a good thing. How can you possibly learn true independence until you get out?
2006-10-07 20:26:42 · answer #6 · answered by solarius 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've lived both in Europe and in the US. People view things very differently, depending on where you are. In Switzerland, France, England, Italy, it is very normal to live with your parents until your mid-twenties at least. In the US, you're often expected to leave as soon as 18, especially if you're going to college. I would rather have my kids stay with me (I'm in the US now) until they're 21. I would expect them though to start sharing a little of the expenses and certainly the housework.
2006-10-07 20:25:45 · answer #7 · answered by browneyedgirl 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you seen the movie Failure to Launch?
Rent it..........that will put things in perspective for you.
Theres no right or wrong age..........a lot depends on you and your parents.
2006-10-07 20:23:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
36. Life is rough. Why move out when you have everything at home?
2006-10-07 20:21:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you can support yourself and get your head straighten out. You must learn how to budget your money.
Get along with people and learn street smarts.
2006-10-07 20:22:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋