How to Prepare to Move Out

August 10, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving out can be difficult. From packing up your possessions to dealing with utility and property management, relocating is a truly daunting task. But, it doesn’t need to be. Here are some tips on how to prepare to move out. Dedicated saving Save money and be dedicated. Try to diligently put money away every pay…

How Big of a Moving Truck Do You Need?

February 5, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When it’s time to move somewhere new, you’ll probably need to rent a truck, assuming that all your furniture and belongings can’t fit inside a car. For a hassle-free move, it’s important to find an adequately-sized truck so you can safely, easily transport all your belongings to your new home – nobody wants to make…

Moving Out: Leases, Furniture and Packing

April 8, 2016 | By Elyse AuthorMy First Apartment

For most of us, moving out on our own is the step we have been waiting for our whole life — well, at least since we turned 13. Growing up I can remember getting in fights with my parents and under my breath saying, “Well one day I will be moved out and won’t have…

Moving Out: How to Conduct a Low-Stress Apartment Search

April 5, 2016 | By Sammie AuthorMy First Apartment

Are you a college student who is eager to get out of the dorms, or someone who is graduating this May? Chances are, you have this ideal picture of what your first apartment will be like. Having an idea of what you are looking for in an apartment is important, but if you are anything…

Moving Out: How to Get Started?

April 3, 2016 | By Elyse AuthorMy First Apartment

I am 19, looking for my first apartment with my boyfriend, so here’s the big Moving Out 101 question…How do we get started? The Setup My boyfriend and I have been together for just over a year and a half. It is still early in our relationship to be moving out but we are putting…