So I’m a little on the younger side… I turn 18 in 2026 and have already graduated high school. What should I expect? Is it any different from being 17, especially with my experiences and being a year ahead of my other 17-year-old peers? I was in my senior year when they were juniors.
The only thing that changes is the number of people and institutions that hold you responsible for your actions. No more chance to be tried as a juvenile for crimes. Fewer people will say ‘ah, they’re just a kid,’ if you make a mistake. Your financial decisions are more likely to follow you. Etc. Etc. You won’t feel different, but the expectations will be there.