{"id":60117,"date":"2018-07-17T01:55:07","date_gmt":"2018-07-17T08:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=60117"},"modified":"2026-01-30T00:20:47","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T08:20:47","slug":"questions-to-ask-yourself-when-you-want-to-move-out-of-your-parents-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/moving\/questions-to-ask-yourself-when-you-want-to-move-out-of-your-parents-house\/","title":{"rendered":"The When, Why and How to Move Out of Your Parents’ House"},"content":{"rendered":"

The beginning of adulthood is the most exciting and overwhelming time of your life. It is the time of freedom, late nights out, crazy choices and unlimited joy \u2013 or, at least, that is the sugar-coated version. If you\u2019ve been living with your parents your whole life, chances are you never had to get out of your comfort zone for long enough to actually acknowledge the pressures and burdens adults face on a daily basis. There are, of course, a variety of perks when you think of living on your own \u2013 you\u2019ll make your own decisions, you won\u2019t have to worry about your curfew, you\u2019ll have your own space and privacy and, most importantly, you\u2019ll have fun! However, once you see past the temporary euphoria of \u2018adulting\u2019, there are a couple questions you need to ask yourself before making the decision to move out of your parents’ house:<\/p>\n

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    Am I ready<\/em> to move out?<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The universal answer for this question is no, you\u2019re never really prepared. Do you feel like you want to embrace adulthood to its fullest? Probably, yes. But are you ready to deal with all the issues that come along?<\/p>\n

    Moving out of your parents\u2019 house is a big deal. It requires courage, self-confidence and planning. If you have no idea how to balance your checkbook, do your laundry or cook a meal, you probably need some extra help on how to \u2018adult\u2019 better.<\/p>\n

    The most important question is \u2013 can you afford to move out? This doesn\u2019t only refer to the primary budgetary concern of the 21st<\/sup> century, rent, but also covering all the other expenses that come along. For example, the average monthly rents in San Francisco<\/a>, New York City<\/a> or Boston<\/a>\u00a0exceed\u00a0the 3k mark so make sure you take this into consideration if you plan on living in one of these exciting cities. Also, you probably didn\u2019t have to pay the bills while living with your mom and dad, or get your own groceries, buy laundry detergent or pay for other basic home necessities like trash bags or toilet paper (yes, those cost money, too).<\/p>\n

    Before you jumpstart your future, find out if you are financially ready: evaluate your monthly income, make yourself a budget, calculate your fixed expenses and figure out how much it costs to live on your own<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    As a warm-up, you could pretend-play for a couple of months, to get a taste of living on your own. Try to pitch in for some of the bills and write down a pretend budget, listing what you might need to spend on transportation, groceries and rent. This way you can sidestep the shock that patiently awaits you in the real world.<\/p>\n

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      Do I need <\/em>to move out yet?<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      There may be a plethora of reasons to move out of your parents’ house. It is understandable that you want to revel into the exhilarating idea of freedom as soon as you possibly can, but you might want to reconsider your impulsive thoughts.<\/p>\n

      If you feel pressured to move out of your parents’ house and to find your own place, or if you need to move to a more convenient location, then go ahead and embrace adulthood at its finest. But if you\u2019re a brand new college graduate and you\u2019re at the beginning of your career, fighting the urge to take off will definitely save you some serious money and sanity.<\/p>\n

      These days, the cost of living<\/a> is high \u2013 and it keeps getting higher. Living at home for a few extra months (or years) is the best way to cut back on expenses and save money (for which future you will be very thankful). This way, when you decide to move out, you\u2019ll have some savings to rely on.<\/p>\n

      Remember that you have your whole life ahead of you to deal with being a responsible adult. Take advantage of living with your folks for a couple of more years and get a sound financial footing, build up work experience and focus on one thing at a time, while preparing for a brilliant future.<\/p>\n

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        When <\/em>is the best time to move out?<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        The answer to this question is very simple \u2013 when you feel ready to do it. Ignore the stereotypical way of thinking that you should be out of your parents\u2019 house by the time you\u2019re eighteen. Nowadays, open-mindedness is the most important feature of a healthy life, and at what age you should move out depends entirely on you and your parents.<\/p>\n

        Leave your parents\u2019 house when you are financially independent. Do you have a steady job which can ensure your well-being? Then you\u2019re set. Don\u2019t force yourself to do anything you\u2019re not ready for and don\u2019t jump to reckless decisions only because you feel pressured.<\/p>\n

        Move out when you feel like you can maintain a home. Learn what taxes and bills are, pick up some of your parents\u2019 skills, master cooking your own meals and discover what it\u2019s like to keep a house clean and tidy. When you\u2019ve figured out how to handle all of these chores, then it\u2019s the best time to move out.<\/p>\n

        For some it might be the day after graduation and for others the process might take a little longer. Either way, follow your own instincts and determine when is the best time for you to move out and start a new life.<\/p>\n

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          Do I really want <\/em>to move out?<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          There comes a point in your life when you\u2019re terribly excited to experience a new lifestyle, live just the way you like, and do whatever you want, when you want and how you want to do it. You\u2019re probably thinking that living on your own is the key to your dream life and a glamorous style of living. Think again.<\/p>\n

          Leaving your parents’ house and moving out at 18 or later on, can come with a handful of nostalgic feelings. Do you want to leave it behind and start a new life, or is it just a spontaneous desire which you might regret later on? Are you sure you\u2019re ready to give up on those homecooked meals?<\/p>\n

          There\u2019s no place like home, and nothing in the world will ever compare to the safety and tranquility of living with your mom and dad. Deciding that it\u2019s time to move out of this oasis of love and security is something we all have to face at one point, but you have to take your time deciding if you are ready, as this is a decision you don\u2019t want to take lightly.<\/p>\n

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