VD from New York sent the following message to ActuallyFree.info:
"I am almost 19. I want to move out of my house as soon as possible. I basically want a job that provides housing and transportation."
VD, way to take the initiative in an economy where many people are moving back in with their parents. I'm not sure of a specific job, especially a specific job in New York, that provides both housing and transportation. You may be able to get two separate jobs, one providing free housing and one providing transportation. If you get a job as an apartment manager then you would have housing and you should still have time to take another job. If you get a job as a chofer then you might get free housing and transportation. If you become a trucker then you're job will be driving and you will have a place to sleep in the truck (a lot of these new trucks are like small motor homes with a bed and kitchenette). These are just ideas or possibilities to help you get started. If your only criteria is a job that provides housing and transportation, theres always the military which basically provides everything (I hear the Air Force has better benefits than the Army).
Most 19-year-olds only have high school and maybe a year of college under their belt. There are many professions which may compensate you for gas/travel, however they might also require a higher education. I have a friend that works in an accounting firm near New York City. They pay for his transportation, housing, part of his groceries and even movies on the weekend. One thing I can tell you is that you're on the right track looking for a job with perks to help you cover other expenses on your budget.
If you already have your own car, you might be able to get paid to drive it by selling advertising space. This is not something I have tried yet, but I've been meaning to. I have one resource that I've been looking at for a while but haven't submitted my application yet. Check back on this blog to watch for the post that gives the report. You could also try to offer driving cars that people are trying to sell. This gets their "for sale" sign seen in more places. If you want to get any driving job it will probably be required that you have a good driving record.
You could also try starting your own business. If you are able to make it profitable then you can eventually get to the point where the business (not you) pays for your housing and transportation and you get a tax deduction for it. There are many businesses you can start with $0 in start up costs.
Here are some pages on ActuallyFree.info that may help you:
The classified ads directory - search classified ads locally and nationwide to search for jobs which may offer the perks you're looking for.
Job and Workplace Freebies - Use these tools to help look for a job, build a resume, improve your writting skills for cover letters and learn how to interview. (Currently this page does have resources that can help, but it is being updated too, so check back often)
Free Education - This page lists resources that you can use to increase your knowledge and skills for free.
Free Housing - This page lists the different possible ways to get free housing
Free Transportation - This page lists the different possible ways to get free transportation.
Free Business Solutions - Free tools and information for business owners and entrepreneurs.
Make Money Online and Free Money - These pages list ways to start a business with $0 in start-up costs.
Hope these ideas and resources help. Good luck on your search.
