<prompt> Human: I have worked two jobs for the last four years. All the money is directed deposited into some parental account where I have no access but my parents can still put this money in my debit card. However, they recently stopped giving me the money for foodgas. Also, I recently turned 18 so am I legally entitled to the money?  <response>: Also, I recently turned 18Start having your paychecks go into a new bank account you create at a separate banking institution that you dont give your parents access to or knowledge of and you will get to keep all of it.Be careful, though, before doing this. Talk to your parents if they are at all reasonable and explain you want to take control of your finances now that you are an adult. If they refuse, you can do as directed above and redirect your paychecks but you will have to be prepared for any consequences they give. Not knowing your parents, I dont know if they are reasonable people, if they will be fine with allowing you to start managing your money after you have a heart to heart talk with them, or if they will go completely crazy and threaten to throw you out if you dont always allow them full control. You probably know what their reactions are more likely to be. 