Leaving Home for the First Time: What We Wish We Knew

Moving out of your parents’ house is exciting, but there is plenty nobody prepares you for. In this episode, Sara and Lexie share the lessons they wish they had known, covering budgeting beyond the rent, understanding bills, building good financial habits, communicating with landlords and handling the everyday realities of running your own home.

Whether you are preparing to move out or helping someone take that first step, this conversation is packed with honest stories and practical advice. As always, we’d love to hear from you down the comments!

👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:25 Revelations of moving out

04:10 Emotions of children flying the nest

06:05 Who you live with

09:30 First thing to do

12:20 Costs of things

17:54 Financial readiness

19:16 Non-compulsary costs