Ok im gonna be 18 on saturday and i plan on moving out of my boyfriends ( no comments about my parents. yes they are ok with it) and i dont have a job right now and dont have money to save up. Im gonna stay with my mom for awhile and gonna get 2 jobs so i can start my life. I have most things figured out and it will take me at least 4 months to get an apartment and buy some furniture. but im still kinda stuck. me and my mom have a great relationship now that we dont live together and i really dont wanna stay with her too long. I plan on getting a loan but i feel thats just gonna set me back more. i also have to go and get a ged soon. and i plan on going to collage. But i feel so depressed and overwhelmed by the prices on furniture and stuff. I would like advice from some of you that will really help me out! I would really appreciate the help guys!
2007-06-05
15:31:12
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also i need to buy a car any way i can find a cheap ford mustang? somewhere between $5,000- 13,000
2007-06-05
15:34:13 ·
update #1
also me and my boyfriend are breaking up thats why im moving out. he's not coming with me.
2007-06-05
15:44:09 ·
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I commend you on being independent enough to want to strike out on your own. It is difficult at first, but most people will help you with small things like towels, pots and pans, bedding, etc. if they see you are trying. Don't try to get expensive furniture yet, get a bed and little by little get small things for your apartment. You don't have to impress anyone (friends or family). You are just starting out. Get some crates or plastic chairs to sit on until you can get furniture. Walmart has layaway so you can buy things a little at a time while you're working.
You can make it. Parents do tend to be critical of young adults, but it's only because they don't want you making a lot of the mistakes they did. We all have to go through it and learn on our own though.
Stay positive. Don't give up. You will be getting money from college to help with expenses so try not to get yourself in debt just yet. You don't need the extra pressure of credit cards or loans until you have a steady paying job (and then you still have to be careful with them).
You sound like a bright young lady and I wish you all the best of luck in handling your business. You're gonna be a real success! I like your style.
2007-06-05 15:40:55
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answered by Ky 5
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First of all, Stop worrying about "furniture and stuff". Personally I have completely furnished every place I've ever lived for free. Other than a good fridge, your bed, and the TV, you can just ask around, keep your eyes open, and know someone with a pickup truck. You would not believe what people throw away. In most (mid-priced to lower-priced)apartments, there will always be a pile of lamps, chairs and entertainment centers to pick from at the end of the month. And when you see a neighbor moving out, offer to help. There will always be something they can't take. Try not to say "Eww" or turn up your nose too much. Couches are hard to come by that aren't gross, but ask a aunt or uncle or two, I'll bet they are storing all kinds of crap that they'll give you. You'll be amazed at how soon you have "too much stuff".
2007-06-05 15:52:17
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answered by scummibear 4
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You are trying to do too much too fast. Sit down with your mother and make a plan of action. Sometimes when you have things in writing, its easier to follow and not get overwhelmed.
You don't have a high school education so that is going to severely limit your jobs to low paying ones with no benefits. So make the GED a priority and work one job so that you can concentrate on your studies. If your mom is not pressuring you to get out in any certain time, then ask her if she thinks its better to make sure you get the education you need so that you can stand on your own two feet. Once you get the GED, then you can look into going to college. A community college will be inexpensive and usually has financial aid that will help you with your education. Pick a career that will give you a chance for a good job, the counselors at the college can help you determine what is right for you.
Then, when you can support yourself, look into apartments and furniture. Your mom sounds like she is supportive, so let her be. Good luck.
2007-06-05 15:39:19
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answered by tjnstlouismo 7
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2016-09-05 23:12:12
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answered by ? 4
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Starting is always difficult, no matter what age you are.
I would start with very cheap furniture (Wall Mart?) and only buying the basic stuff: a bed, a table and a couple of chairs, a bookcase and that's it!
You need to learn how much money you can life with and how much you can save for improving / adding your furniture.
Forget about the loan!!
2007-06-05 15:38:49
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answered by ruebezahl2001 3
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You need to stay with your mom and go to college.
The money you would spend on rent would cover your college tuition.
You can afford a car also if you live with your mom.
You can not work 60 hours a week (2 jobs) and go to college.
What happens when you and your boyfriend break up? Please do not say that it will not happen. Marriages break up all the time. Do not be naive. You can not afford to move out now, so live with your mom or better yet, get your GED and....MOVE TO A DORM!
2007-06-05 15:35:54
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answered by ♨UFO♨ 4
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sorry i have a bad back but I got a truck
2007-06-05 15:34:15
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answered by Rocky 6
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HAHAHAAH
so you have it all figured out??? NOT!!!
FIRST. get the ged.
SECOND. get the job. then save for a year.
THIRD. THEN THINK ABOUT GETTING YOUR OWN PLACE.
2007-06-05 15:53:41
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answered by Anonymous
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