I am asking this question because the young adult in question, is me. I am to move out in a few years, and it feels impossible to move far away from my hometown (which I want). I have no idea how to juggle both finances, a job, and the move itself. With the global inflation going on, it feels impossible getting hold of a decent apartment to rent.
What advice would you give someone like me? What should I keep in mind and prepare* myself for? What are your experiences moving out, or moving away from your hometown? How long did the process take for you, and how did you manage keeping a job that paid all your taxes and rent? If you could look back and give younger you some advice, what would you tell them?
(If it provides any context, I am North European.)
I would tell younger me to be careful with relationships especially when it comes to making living arrangements together. Basically don’t move in with a significant other unless you’re sure that their a right match for you. I moved in to a very expensive place with an ex gf, we broke up and she moved out, leaving me with a place I could barely afford and in debt till this day. Other than that just be frugal, learn to shop and cook for yourself. Overall though you’ll get through anything with a positive mental attitude.