How to Move Out on Your Own

Ready to leave the nest and start a life all on your own. Hey I understand exactly where you're coming from. But as young people, we must understand that it is so important not to move too fast, or we'll end up right back where we started from. There are some things that you should know before taking such a huge step. It takes discipline, and lots of it, responsibility and ownership.

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      I believe that each individual should come to an understanding with themselves before moving into their own living space. You should know that the grass is not always greener on the other side and you can't go shopping with bill money and expect for someone else to pay your rent. All of the responsibility falls on you. Not to say that young people make bad choices, but you have to have a clear consensus on what you're getting into.

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      Before jumping up and going "apartment shopping", there are some things that you need to have lined up. Set your budget and never use exact numbers. Say for instance, you need to estimate how much your monthly bills will be. Take your phone/cellular bill for instance. If you pay $45 a month for your bill, do not put this exact number into your budget, you should use $50 instead. Go over your budget several times to be sure you didn't make any mistakes. Make a checklist if you have to. Your budget needs to be the most important thing you focus on before you move out. Don't forget to include money for your groceries, gas and household goods.

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      Can't live in an empty apartment. Be sure you have money set aside to be able to furnish your home or apartment. You may not be able to get all the furnishings you desire at first, and this is fine, but you want to live comfortably. Don't skimp out on everything, try to make your living space as much of a home as you can.

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      Money in the bank? Yes, No? Your savings account should be filled with money set aside for deposit, first and second month's rent, rainy days etc. It's very hard to put a number on exactly how much you should have saved, because I'm not aware of everyone's location or circumstance. The most I've heard was $10,000, even 5 or 2. But you ultimately have to decide this number. If you're able to save the max, by all means do so. Just be smart about everything you do. Use your numbers wisely and plan ahead. Just know that you should at least have some money set aside. Don't expect to move out on your own with no money on the side and just enough to pay your bills, you will be miserable. If you have the time and money to save, do so.

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      When choosing an apartment or house, try to be as wise as possible. Know that your first home may not be the best, and then again it may. Try to locate somewhere that's close to your job or any place you travel frequently. This will cut down on gas cost. Choose a place that you can afford. Do not go for luxury if you can't afford the cost. Live comfortably and plan out everything you do. If you can get this far, you're on the right path...........

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