5 Tips to survive when you fly off the nest

The time to leave the nest is drawing near. You're on top of a train -which doesn't stop- and that will soon reach an unknown island called: “Adulthood”.

The truth is a scary thing (with all reason); when one reaches a certain age you realize that you must emigrate from your parents' house as soon as possible (because it's healthy), but becoming independent, is not an easy task. 

Check out these super tips, so you don't suffer when paying rent, groceries, meals, and services.

1. How much can you pay for rent?

This question is incredibly important. 

It all depends on your monthly income.

Make some numbers and determine what percentage of your salary will be for rent.

Specialists recommend spending around 30% of your income on rent, so if you earn $3,500 per month before taxes, you should be spending around $1,050 in rent.

2. Would you like to share expenses?

If you find difficulties paying for the full rent, find some roomies to be able to fly out of the nest. 

For example: if the rent is $1,000 dollars, it should be divided equally (it will depend on how many roomies there are).

Another advantage is that you could also divide the services expenses and the responsibilities would be shared (one day you wash the dishes and another day one roomie mops).

15% of young people who become independent live with roomies.

3. In which area or region would you like to live?

We all want to live close to our work place, but many times these areas are in high demand (therefore they're more expensive).

If you notice that the rent exceeds your budget, consider apartments that are 15 or 30 minutes from your office and what public transportation options are available.

4. Is your apartment furnished?

Try to rent apartments that already have a stove, refrigerator, and some furniture included. These types of things are the most invested in at the beginning.

We share with you some costs, so you can calculate if it's affordable to you.

Range: Around 500-1,300 dollars.

Refrigerator: 300-1,000 dollars.

Full bed base and mattress: 300-1,000 dollars.

Television: 150–750 dollars.

Small living room: 500 dollars.

How much have you saved?

The first thing you're going to pay for is a rent deposit PLUS your normal rent. Do the math to see how much you'll be paying in total.

We advise that you've saved (at least) 6 months of your salary so that you won't feel stressed.

5. Do you even cook?

Learn to cook, believe me, you'll save a lot of money.

It's better for you to prepare your food with your own hands than going to restaurants every day.

Remember that in this new stage, you will need to cut as many expenses as possible (while you adapt to this life change).

Be trustful. It'll be cool.