My friends and I are planning to get an apartment together next year and split the rent/bills 4 ways. However, only 2 of us will be 18 by that time and the others will be 17.
I'm pretty sure that it'll be fine, because you can always add names onto the lease and such, but should we wait until everyone's 18 to save some paperwork or go for it ASAP?
I guess I'm asking for experience with this subject? We live in Virginia and I just want to know if anyone's ever done something similar or for reasons why they haven't/wouldn't. Thanks to ALL in advance! =)
2007-08-28 12:57:45 · 3 answers · asked by Panda 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
No landlord is going to rent an apt to a 17 yr old - you're not old enough to sign a contract at that age, and I doubt their parents would want to co-sign and be responsible. Unless each of you has full time jobs and $2000 cash available, I wouldn't do it. You'll need security deposit, plus first and last month's rent, plus probably deposits for phone and utilities, cable installation fees
2007-08-28 13:04:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
People under 18 can not legally sign contracts .
This , however , will be an excellent learning experience .
Make the applications now and submit them , so that you have time to work out all the details if the app is rejected .
<
2007-08-28 13:05:06 · answer #2 · answered by kate 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stay home..you are too young..boys will take advantage of you...and buy condoms
2007-08-28 13:03:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋