Easy-Peasy Packing Supplies Checklist

May 25, 2015 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s inevitable. You’re in the midst of packing and you think you’re all ready, set to start boxing up all your junk when you realize… you forgot something really important. Maybe it’s tape. Perhaps markers. In my case, I often severely underestimate how many boxes I need. Friends, don’t let this happen to you. Here’s an easy-peasy…

14 Point Moving Checklist

March 31, 2014 | By Melissa AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving day can be stressful and unpredictable! You’re uprooting your life and settling down in a new place. Even if you’re only moving into an apartment a few blocks away, make sure you have everything lined up so your move can be as easy as possible. Here are some questions to ask yourself to make…

Seven Tips for Moving in the Winter

March 1, 2014 | By doug AuthorMy First Apartment

We recently covered the Pros & Cons of Apartment Hunting in the Winter. If you decide to go for it, there’s probably one big lingering concern: the dreaded moving process. In the winter, it takes on an extra level of frustration, anxiety, and peril. All that ice to slip on (while carrying a box of dishes).…

You Just Signed the Lease, What’s Next? 10 Step Checklist

October 6, 2013 | By MFA Editors AuthorMy First Apartment

Now that you have signed the lease and are ready to get started moving, there are a lot of things you need to consider. Time can be against you especially if you’re planning on moving out in the middle of the week. You don’t want to forget anything that might be important in your boxes,…