I need to get my own place but how can I do it on just over minimum wage?

Question

I'm 25 and I need to get out of my parents house.

My mum died a few years ago and since then I'v been living with my dad and 2 brothers.

I can't take it any more, I'm expected to do 90% of the house work even though I work full time and my 2 brothers don't have jobs, half the time I end up cleaning up after them too.

I have to contribute some of my wage but my brothers not having jobs don't pay anything, I'm also fed up of the drunken parties they have at the weekend when my dad is away, I work over the weekend and don't get enough sleep.

I need to move out desparatly but I earn only £778 a month.

Whats the best way for me to do this? would I be entitled to any benefits or could I get a housing association property or something?

Answer 1

You are not going to get anything on your own with that income.

Check with your local housing authority or welfare - they should be able to put you in the right direction for low income housing.

Answer 2

it wud be really hard  i earn a half decent wage an i would struggle  

Answer 3

get a roomate

Answer 4

You are not entitled to any benefits.There are few housing associations properties available at any time and they all have waiting lists just like councils. Your best bet is probably to get a house or flat share where 2-6 people share a flat or house and the costs. If you could find one with people your own age you might have the bonus of making some new friends as well.

Answer 5

Not on minimum wage you need to get better job or budget and live miserably u dont want that!

Answer 6

same problem....=(  

Answer 7

You wouldn't be entitled to any benefits, maybe you could share a 2 bed flat/house, at least that way you will have some1 to share the bills with, also areas have a price tag so it would probably be better to check what the differences are. The council take forever to house single people but its worth putting your name down anyway. The cheapest option is to rent a room or bedsit.

Answer 8

Be all that you can be

Answer 9

One option is looking for a better paying job. It sounds like you have worked for a few years, so you should have a fairly solid work history.  Another option is a part time job to supplement your income. If your dad is at all reasonable, speak to him about the situation. If he asked the brothers to get jobs they could contribute. You might be able to do household chores for rent. If you get along with children and elders, consider a situation where you live in and babysit a child or assist an elder for rent. There are also people who hire nannies or live in caregivers.  

Answer 10

I lived on an income like that, i rented a small 1 bedroom flat. It was a struggle at times but its possible if you don't over spend and don't have excessive debts to pay. Another option is to flat share, maybe you could look with a friend. or if you don't mind living with strangers (they will no doubt become good friends) your local paper will have endless lists of people looking for flat mates. You'll find it extremely difficult to be housed with either the council or a housing association, they house by priority so families, people in temporary accommodation will be housed first. You may be entitled to housing benefit now called housing living allowance, its paid to anyone on a low income who can't afford to pay there rent but i'd find somewhere to live then apply once you've moved in. It takes them a few weeks to process your application so make sure you can afford the place for a few weeks. They won't pay it all but they will pay some. You may also be entitled to working tax credits, its not a huge amount but will top your income up a little!