How to Move out of Parents' House: Moving Checklist

Young adults are expected to move on from their families and start their own lives. While it can be a difficult time for some, others find it exciting and joyful.

It is important to understand the steps to take to ensure that your move from your parents' home is as painless and stress-free as possible.

Reevaluate your reasons for leaving your parents' home.

Of all the questions, the most important is "WHY"—why would you want to leave your parents' home?

It will make things a lot easier if you can understand and accept your main reasons for moving out of your parents' house. You should still double-check the decision you make to ensure it is the right one for your situation. It is possible that you will not be able to reverse your decision after you have moved away. However, it may be possible to return to your parents at a later time.

• Are you ready to move because of a major conflict between your parents, and you are unable to settle the matter peacefully?
• Are you considering moving in with your significant other to your parents' home?
• Are you planning to move away in order to continue your education at a college/university that is located in another region of the country?
• Do you want to move because you found a great job in another country?

Perhaps you are moving away from your parents in order to celebrate your independence.

Tell your parents that it's time to move out.

Once you've decided to move out of your parents' home, it's time for your parents to know. Unless you have a huge fight with your family, you'll need their assistance throughout the house-moving process.

Do not worry about how they will react to the news. In most cases, either they will be suspicious of your intentions to move out, or they will just know.

However, it is best to wait until the right moment to notify your parents of your decision to leave the family. Your parents are likely to know the best times to inform them. The right setting is also important. Will you go to your parents' house or take a walk in the park with them?

Create a move-out plan.

Moving house can be stressful, so you need a clear plan.

Without a clear plan, you shouldn't be moving out of your parents' house. If you leave without any future plans, it would be disastrous.