Adulting 101 - How Not to Move Back Home with Your Parents

Disclosure: Got this e-book for free from LibraryThing's Early Reviewers in exchange for an honest review of this book. Nobody (the author, publisher, or LibraryThing) had any say or read this review before it went public. The copy I got does contain a QR code for another free book which I did not redeem.

Rating: 3.5 / 5

The e-book I got was not meant for e-readers as it didn't contain links directly to each chapter in the table of contents, and the e-reader didn't show the chapter header at the top. The formatting (with the title of the book) was messed up because of this.

I'm not going to touch on things I disagree with regarding what was said in this book, as the author mentions that you can take from this book whatever you want.

However, if you aren't based in the US you may find this book a bit weird as it mentions things like credit scores and how to get them.

It also mentions things like COVID-19, which may confuse future readers.

Some of the methods mentioned may depend on the class and background of the reader, which I don't think is something that the author took into consideration.

"If you are crossing over state lines, stop in the state’s welcome center; they have maps of the state available for free."

"If anything says, “Dry-Clean-Only,” run away and do not purchase. If you really must though, that will have to be taken to the dry cleaner shop nearest you."

Many things in this book could be considered old-fashioned, as people and workplaces change quickly. I would encourage you to consult updated article online for the current best practices.

I did enjoy that the book went over some readers may not know (and some readers may know). It helped to make the book something that anyone becoming an adult could learn from.

Half-way through (and at the end) the reader is asked to leave a quick review on Amazon. I found it a bit distracting when it was half-way through, but some readers may like the reminder.

There are some things I wish the author had includes a source on, as they may be common knowledge but may not actually be true. I did really like that the author included a substantial number of sources.

While the book does cover a number of good topics, I feel like it missed a few, such as savings accounts, finding your first place to live, grocery shopping, getting your first vehicle.

Overall, anyone becoming an adult will get something out of this book that they probably didn't know before.

"There is a difference between quick dusting and deep clean dusting. Typically, one is done about once a week (if you have pets) or bi-weekly, and the other needs to be done at least every two-to-three months."

"Your first experience with a lease should be a good one with little to no misunderstandings, if possible ... Basically, for anything you do not understand, ask to have it explained (you might want to record this bit with your phone) and make sure you do this prior to signing"

"You should also have emergency contact information and if they have any health problems or concerns. As a responsible roommate, you should have emergency contact names, phone numbers, allergies, medications, medical insurance information, and heaven forbid, a copy of their Durable Power of Attorney or Healthcare Advocate Form. If you each gather that information and know where it is kept, that would be helpful should any emergency arise."

"Remember, you cannot get something if you have never asked for it to begin with."