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When is it too old to live with parents?

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I used to think that it was 18 but now, at 22, I'm beginning to feel like that guy that you always made fun of because he still lives with his mom.. Sucks that the economy is so terrible.. What the new norm to start life on your own? When should I just blow my brains out for being pathetic? J/k.. but still.
 
If my parents didn't live 45 min + away from where I work, I'd probably still be living with them. I'm 23. I'd be saving ~$7000+/year on rent, utilities and food. Basically instead of wasting money on rent, I'd be banking like there's no tomorrow and have a fat down payment on a house and a nice nest egg.
 
im 18...id say by 21 at the lastest i'd be out, but i will hopefully be out by the end of the year 😉....guess it all depends on the arrangement and how your parents are....
 
I lived with my parents until I was 21. It's hard to live on your own in California, with the cost of living as it is. I ended up moving to 3 different places after I left my parent's house before I moved to the place I now live in.
 
There are several cycles of this. When I was about 21 I knew that living with my parents was really lame. So I moved out. Then I lost my job and a while later moved back in. At this point I was secure enough with myself that I knew it was a good idea. I was actually married at the time and we had the entire basement to ourselves. Even if I'd not have gotten a job in the US I'd probably have stayed in the basement a few months to save money. Living in a nice house vs. spending money on an apartment when you think about it is quite silly.

Now if you're 35 with your parents it's time to move.
 
Yeah, I'd say it's dependent on multiple factors, there isn't really an exact age where you need to be out or else you're some freakish ogre who isn't fit to associate with normal folk.
 
Wait, are you guys talking about permanently (year round) living with your parents or just being able to come home? Because I go to college in another city, but I plan on coming home each summer (or at least having the option to, if I cant find anything) until I graduate, at 22...after college I dont think I will be living with my parents though
 
I wouldn't mind having my own place right now, I am 22. But when I think on how much cheaper it is and the fact that I get my clothes washed and ironed...I am happy enough to live at home for a few more years.

I see so many people who mopve out at 18 and have nothing at all to spend on themselves after paying the bills and getting really cheap crappy food.

If your name is Seymour, though, forget it
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SKINNERRRR!
 
Originally posted by: freedomsbeat212
I used to think that it was 18 but now, at 22, I'm beginning to feel like that guy that you always made fun of because he still lives with his mom.. Sucks that the economy is so terrible.. What the new norm to start life on your own? When should I just blow my brains out for being pathetic? J/k.. but still.
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When you start to resemble Chris Elliot in "Get a life" then it is too late
 
I agree that there are several cycles and factors that take into account when you should move out.

As a general rule of of thumb if you're 25+ or finished college, you should leave the nest.

Otherwise as long as you're not unemployed and mooching off your parents, it should be ok to live with them.
 
Originally posted by: erub
Wait, are you guys talking about permanently (year round) living with your parents or just being able to come home? Because I go to college in another city, but I plan on coming home each summer (or at least having the option to, if I cant find anything) until I graduate, at 22...after college I dont think I will be living with my parents though
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Well, I'm currently in college but finishing up in about a year.. I'm worried about the post graduation time.. Also I feel like a loser for taking 5 years to finish college.. Though I did work the graveyard shift during most of it..
 
Heh, it really depends on your parents and how cool they are. I knew this guy that lived with his 'rents. They converted part of the garage, gave him his own side entrance and everything. It was a one-room studio, complete with full bath and kitchenette. He came and went as he pleased and did whatever he wanted to. He banked every cent he made.

What a deal!

Personally, I feel that once you enter the working world full-time, it's time to go.
 
I think it depends on your reasons for still being there. If you just dont want to move out because you dont want to spend your money on rent when you can live for free or very little rent, thats just wrong. But if you are saving up to do something in terms of moving then it doesnt matter how long as long as you arent taking advantage of the situation. Being in your 20's and saving up for a house instead of having to rent is a smart move. My husband moved out when he was 26. Straight into his own home. His sister who will be 30 this year has now finally saved enough money to move into her own home too. They both own. Not rent.
 
Originally posted by: MichaelD
Heh, it really depends on your parents and how cool they are. I knew this guy that lived with his 'rents. They converted part of the garage, gave him his own side entrance and everything. It was a one-room studio, complete with full bath and kitchenette. He came and went as he pleased and did whatever he wanted to. He banked every cent he made.

What a deal!

Personally, I feel that once you enter the working world full-time, it's time to go.
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Now that would be an awesome deal!

Think of all the $$$ you'd save.
 
If you're not going to college, you should be out of there by the end of the calendar year you graduate high school in, if you do go to college, it's basically the same but replace "high school" with "college". The whole "I'm living with my parents so I can save money on rent and buy a house" argument is kinda lame, IMO. Why not just live with them until they die, then you can inherit thier house and save even more money. EVERYTHING in your life isn't about the money, and you should be able to show that you can be responsible for yourself when you're done with shool.
 
I moved out when I was 21. Two of my younger sisters actually moved out before me. But I didn't mind. I was working full time, going to school, had a gf, and was just waiting to figure out what I wanted to do with my life (career-wise). Once I figured it out, I moved. Smartest thing I ever did.

So don't sweat it. No need to move out just for the sake of moving out. You do what's right for you. Especially in this economy. Lots of people are moving BACK IN with their folks. If I don't find another job soon, I'll be one of them. 🙂
 
I lived w/ my 'rents for a year after college. I was waiting for my (now) wife to graduate so her and I could get a place together.
 
I'm 22 and I live at home. I graduated college and I have a job. It just makes sense to me to live at home for a year or two. I'm saving a ton of money to help get myself started and my parents are cool in that I can still do whatever I want.
 
Originally posted by: notfred
If you're not going to college, you should be out of there by the end of the calendar year you graduate high school in, if you do go to college, it's basically the same but replace "high school" with "college". The whole "I'm living with my parents so I can save money on rent and buy a house" argument is kinda lame, IMO. Why not just live with them until they die, then you can inherit thier house and save even more money. EVERYTHING in your life isn't about the money, and you should be able to show that you can be responsible for yourself when you're done with shool.
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Because it is financially responsible to own instead of throwing money away on rent. What is the point of appearing to be responsible for yourself when you have to live like pauper b/c you have to sink every penny you own into your rent and college loan repayments?
 
I lived with my parents til I was 26. I was out of college at age 24, got a job that paid pretty well so I helped my parents out in paying them $1000 per month as rent. 🙁 I did it for 2 years. My parents enjoyed every bit of those 2 years as they had that extra money to spend. 🙂 They wanted me to live with them for some odd reason 😉.


--Scsi
 
I guess its different cultures, but with me...I'd probably turn from me living with parents, to them living with me. I'm pretty sure I'll move out..but after a certain time when get get older, they'll probably move in with me (assuming I have a house and all).
 
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