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As I'm sure you're aware, moving out is an expensive business. I've lived away from my parents for the best part of ten years, and I continue to be surprised at how expensive it is. I'm not saying that you shouldn't consider it as an option, but it's definitely something you shouldn't rush into. If you're set on the idea, then it'd be a good idea to start putting some money aside - deposits and rent up-front is a chunk of money.
Are you currently contributing financially toward the household? I think it might be worth taking the initiative and handing over some money to mum every week. It might settle her down and in turn make life easier for you. It'll also get you used to a regular outgoing - useful, if not vital, experience if you were to live on your own at some point.
Remember, your mum's flippancy in regard to you living there is her problem, it's not something you should beat yourself up over. She's ostensibly an adult, and it's her responsibility to provide a stable, safe and loving atmosphere for you at home.
I think she's worried about getting in trouble, yeah.
And I have booked a party but my mum said she would do the food and pay for the balloons and now she keeps changing her mind and she is even planning on taking a holiday with my dad, sister and brother and coming back just one day before my actual birthday!
I really dont understand how your mum can kick you out because she wont get as much money if you stay, and then plan to take a holiday.
Some things are just crazy in this world.
Otherwise thats really mean.
Hope you get things sorted.
I really could be wrong....but im good friends with a girl who started college when she was 19, BUT she turned 20 a couple of months later, and she gets it free just because she turned 20 after she enrolled, so it all depends on when you do actually turn 20.
And, if you are 20 when you do enroll, im sure you only have to pay to enroll, which is a 100 pounds! and you might be entilted to ALG. Theres alot of people who are above 19 at our college :P
Im so lyric for hijaking your thread! but I hope this helps Java
Being on benefits might also mean it is free. Phone up the college where you want to go and find out.
:yes: I go Open Uni for free as I claim Working Tax Credits. Also IS I believe counts/entitles you to free education.
You can also get it free if you're not on benefits, are between 19 - 25 and don't have a level 3 qualification.