2007-12-12 01:59:42 · 12 answers · asked by jewelzr4eva 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Yes, nothing good ever comes from living at home past the natural age. There will be resentment in both directions on a number of issues, and you are not learning personal independence. Of course you need to move out in a controlled and organized way so that you don't fall on your face, but get it together financially and GET OUT before it's too late and you get yourself "locked in."
2007-12-12 02:55:28 · answer #1 · answered by The Scorpion 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a personal choice. You shouldn't leave home just because you think 18 is some magic number that makes you an adult. You should leave when you think you can handle the financial strain and pressures of living on your own. How much are your parents willing to support you? Do you have a job? Do you plan on using your parents health insurance or your own? Do you have a place to live? Transportation?
I've known people who left home too early and ended up begging to come back. I've also known people who are in their late 20s and STILL at home... so yea, it's totally a choice between you and your parents.
2007-12-12 02:06:44 · answer #2 · answered by Miss Olivia 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on why you are leaving. There's no magic number. My daughter left around 20 because she wanted to live with her boyfriend. But I know that being a "teenager" there are loads of disagreements with your parent. But you grow up. Your parents & you learn to compromise or feel you are old enough to make decisions by yourself.
You do need a job, apartment before you leave though. You have to pay your bills so then you have to be responsible enough to do that and also to try to save a little while you are living by yourself. The other thing is you could live with a friend and then share the rent. It depends on where, when you go & who you go with.
Just take your time. There's really no rush to be an adult or to move out unless you are really unhappy at home. Then your decision is based on what you feel is going on from being home.
2007-12-12 02:36:31 · answer #3 · answered by fran c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. I recommend you work with your parents to further your education. If you get a college degree you will have the means to support yourself in a way that gives you real freedom.
This might be the only time you have to go to college when you don't have to work as well. Anyone can get a degree at any time, but its sure easier when you don't have a job or two, a family to support and a house to pay for.
2007-12-12 02:15:06 · answer #4 · answered by tjnstlouismo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At 18 I think we all want the h~ll out of our parents house!!! I know I did... I used the Army to get out, then college.... I sucked with money & shot mysefl in the foot by spending too much/ saving too little... so, I recommend if you do leave, try very hard to save your money, if you can wait for a few years and live for free or for cheap with them... then stay & save that dough! What ever you do avoid credit cards!!!
2007-12-12 02:13:53 · answer #5 · answered by blujello 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
As long as you are mentally and emotionally ready for the move out on your own. You will have your own responsibilites, bills, rent(?), etc. Hope you are employed - gainfully so - else, who is going to support you? Not Mom and Dad, I hope!
Living on your own is serious business, not a game. You cannot run home to your parents when things are tough. You have to brace yourself and be an adult in every sense of the word.
It's not a bad thought, though you must weigh it carefully before making a final decision.
2007-12-12 02:07:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well I was on my own and graduated high school when I was 16. I would say yes if i didn't know what I know now. Take your time, save money , further your education. If you want to get married see if someone comes your way while you are in this process and you can have a good future. If you want to really see how it is on your own, attend college and stay on campus.
2007-12-12 02:27:49 · answer #7 · answered by Jamonican 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if you have a good job and find a apartment, etc. If your going to attend a community college, etc. and cannot afford a placeof your own right now, stay at home.
Also, if your parents are ok with it, stay home, save money and put toward your future home when on your own. Staying at home is a benefit to SAVE money.
2007-12-12 02:05:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Once we left at 18, my dad would never let us back. So, make sure you can make it on your own first.
2007-12-12 02:37:52 · answer #9 · answered by Harley Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can afford it and very responsible than go right ahead but you have to make sure you have everything planned out!
GOOD LUCK!!!!!
2007-12-12 02:09:05 · answer #10 · answered by Umeko 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋