Problem: Article: Maybe you make $750 a month, have heard that little studio apartments can be had for $500 a month in your area, and have already started planning parties for your new bachelor pad. But hold up before packing up. Rent is only part of the cost of living on your own. Don't forget about utilities, food, supplies, laundry, property insurance, and so on all those things your parents probably take care of at home. Adding 30% to your rent is one way to roughly determine your actual housing cost (utilities and renter's insurance). So, that $500 studio actually costs you at least $650 per month, without factoring in food, toilet paper, or transportation, among other costs. Ask an older sibling or friend who lives on their own how much it actually costs. Arm yourself with accurate information so you can realistically determine whether you can afford to set out on your own at this time. You're ready to be (and be treated like) an adult, and want your own place like one. Prove it by getting serious about your finances. Making a budget may not be the most exciting task, but it is a simple and important one. It really is as easy as recording your monthly income and expenditures. Do this for at least a few months to get an accurate picture of your monthly budget. There are numerous website calculators and apps available to help you with household budgeting and tracking spending. But a pen and paper can work just fine as well. Be thorough in tracking your expenditures. Don't forget about your morning coffee runs, your video streaming service account, or your bus pass / car insurance. The more accurate your calculations, the better equipped you'll be to determine your readiness to move out. While it's hard to pass up letting your parents foot the bill for your major living expenses while at home, it may be better for you to get into the habit of planning for and actually paying for such necessities. Pay rent. Your parents may balk at this notion, but it is one way to demonstrate to them and yourself that you are an adult who can take on adult responsibilities. The amount doesn't necessarily have to be the fair market rate for your area; the actual process of paying rent on time and in full is a good habit to form before setting out on your own. If paying rent really is a non-starter with your folks, insist upon paying for your share of the utilities, for instance. It may be best to make yourself responsible for one monthly utility payment (the water bill, perhaps) to establish good bill-paying habits. This article is about saving money for moving out, so spending money when you don't have to may seem counterintuitive. But, if you move out before you are prepared for the realities of living on your own, including paying bills, the cost to your wallet (and pride) will likely be much greater than some little monthly rent check with your parents. You may be eager to get out of the house and start living your adult life your own way, but waiting until you can put yourself in a manageable debt situation will almost certainly put you in a better position both short- and long-term. If you are a recent college graduate, the odds are good that you have some or maybe a lot of student loan debt. Unless you're willing to stay at home until you're 40, it may not be possible to eliminate this debt before moving out. However, every little bit you can pay down before the increased expenses of independent living take hold, the better off you will be. Credit card debt may be a more realistic option for elimination before moving out. Think of it as a form of saving for moving out, because eliminating this ever-increasing burden will offer you more financial freedom when you do move out. If you have a poor or non-existing credit rating, you will probably find it difficult to find a reputable landlord that will rent you an apartment. Establishing good credit is beneficial for many aspects of the transition to adult independence. Paying down existing debts is critical to improving your credit rating. While this helps erase negative factors, there are also ways to enhance the positives of your creditworthiness. Open one or more credit cards and pay them off in full monthly. Use the card(s) regularly to buy items you know you can afford (gas, not a flat-screen TV) and pay off the bill on time. Staying well below your credit limit each month is also a positive for your credit profile. Holding a steady job and an established bank account are also beneficial to your credit profile. So is a steady primary residence, but we're working on that part here! For more ideas, consult How to Build Good Credit. If you have to rent a house with bad credit, you can do it by finding good rental opportunities and improving your rental application.
Summary: Know the full costs of living on your own. Create a personal budget. Practice while still at home. Pay off your debts, or at least pay them down. Build up a good credit profile.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Aries men are impulsive, and they love doing things on a whim. It keeps them feeling young and alive. Being with an Aries man, you may find that your plans to grab dinner together turn into a long night out with lots of dancing and exploring. Don't be surprised if he suggests doing something crazy or unexpected. Aries men don't mince words. They're not afraid to tell you how they feel, even if it's not nice. Be prepared for this so you're not caught off guard when it happens. Remember to not take their bluntness personally it's just their personality. And if something he says hurts your feelings or offends you, don't be afraid to be honest and blunt back. Aries are natural leaders, and sometimes they can be bossy. There may be times when your Aries man tries to boss you around or tell you what to do, but that doesn't mean you should let him! Aries men actually like strong, independent people that stand up for themselves. Just don't try to control him back or you could scare him off. For example, if you have plans to do one thing but he's trying to tell you to do something else, don't be afraid to say no. You could say something like, "If you don't want to join me, that's fine, but this is what I'm doing." Despite their flashy exterior and self-centered personality, Aries men are actually sensitive and caring deep down. Once you've gained his trust, your Aries man will confide in you and give you the emotional support you need. When you're hanging out alone with your Aries man, open up to him about your feelings and insecurities, and ask him questions about his own. He'll feel more comfortable being vulnerable with you if you're vulnerable with him too.
Summary:
Plan on doing spontaneous things together. Expect him to be blunt and honest with you. Be ready to stand up for yourself if he starts acting controlling. Understand that he's sensitive underneath his macho exterior.