How was your first time?

I couldn't advise you, because I'm at home with my parents. I got married, had a child, divorced and returned to my parents.

My response is more based on my daughter's experience than mine. The first question I would ask is, Do I need to leave home? Honestly, is there a good reason why it is better? If the answer is yes, could you move, but not too far, so that you have contact with those whom you know and trust? I encourage you to keep a good communication with your parents - they love you and know you best. And remember, its a scary thing for them to let you go. They may seem to be a bit overprotective at first. give them time to get used to your being on your own. My daughter was patient with me.

It's going to probably be more expensive than you think, but if you start with just buying the essentials you'll soon get an idea of what else you can afford. Groceries were more than I thought even though I often bought my food when I did live with my parents. I'm sure you'll make wise decisions, and I wish you luck.

I tried to live alone for 3yrs. but was lonely and really miss my parents and just came back to them when I found a job near their place and live until I got married. It was hard at first but now I`m ok with my husband Although still miss my mom and dad

I rented my first apartment when I was 18 and just out of High School. (Uhh... I finished the mandatory education here.) I had been working and earning my own money since I was 13 years old, so could afford to pay my own rent and bills. I lived alone until I was 22 years old when my girlfriend moved in with me... We bought a house and had Pretty when I was 23 years old. Ask me questions and I'll do my best to answer them.

Its better you leave when your parents know,that's all

I never left with the full intention of living alone. And, in fact, I never really did. I actually left home, lived in a dorm style situation for about a year, then moved in with my now husband. Even though I live in a two-income household, I can tell you, always make sure you pay for your bills first. Rent, utilities etc. It won't matter if you have food to eat, or fuel in your car, if you can't pay the rent. Even though I am married, I am home alone most of the day while my husband works. So, I have the house locked at all times. Make sure your parents and or a trusted friend have a spare key to your place, and that they know your work schedule and habits. If you plan to do something that's unusal for you, make sure they know where you are and when you plan to be home. This is general safety information to ensure you stay safe. I don't know what else to tell you. If you have a question.... feel free to ask.

The feeling was not good as there was a fear that how will I take responsibilty of my family alone and my wife gave me the strength and I did well after living separately from my parents.

I rarely have been on my own. When I left the first time was with uncle. Then in a girls hostel. Then with husbands one after the other. Now still not alone with grown son But there were times when I was alone but not for long.

You should have a good savings account before you venture out on your own,

The big thing is to make a budget and stick with it.

I was happy to leave home. I joined the Navy when I left home. I'm sure I had some homesickness, but overall it was a good experience.

I would advice to live within your means and budget your money.

I only moved from my parents house when I got married. It wasn't difficult because they are now my neighbors.

The first time I was on my own was when I became a widow at the age of thirty one. I relied on my family and church family a lot during those days No matter the circumstance, it’s always good to have people close by you can rely on.