{"id":5754,"date":"2023-01-25T15:33:03","date_gmt":"2023-01-25T22:33:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/?p=5754"},"modified":"2023-01-25T15:33:03","modified_gmt":"2023-01-25T22:33:03","slug":"moving-out-of-your-parents-house-how-to-do-it-right","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/moving-out-of-your-parents-house-how-to-do-it-right","title":{"rendered":"Moving Out of Your Parents&#8217; House: How to Do It Right"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Blog-Images-1.png\" alt=\"A young woman packing a box because she is moving out of her parents' home.\" class=\"wp-image-5755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Blog-Images-1.png 450w, https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Blog-Images-1-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Leaving the nest and moving for the\nfirst time can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid the\ncommon issues and mistakes that come with finding a place to live, choosing\nessential furniture, and arranging your new space. It is an exciting and scary\ntime! Use the tips and information in this guide to help with everything from\npacking your stuff to finding the perfect place. With the right advice, moving\ninto your own place can be a seamless experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose the right place<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you start discussing your moving\nplans with your parents and begin packing up, you\u2019ll need to find the right\nplace for you. Here are some tips to help you make sure you\u2019re choosing the\nideal place:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Look for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/\">a trusted local real estate company<\/a>.\u00a0 If you a renting, look for one that specializes in rental properties. They can help you choose an apartment based on proximity to things like your job and local amenities, such as shopping and entertainment. The real estate company will also help you find a place that you can afford and fits within your budget.<\/li><li>Now is the perfect time to nail down your finances so you know how much rent you can afford. It\u2019s also a good time to think about <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hireahelper.com\/how-to-live-with-a-roommate\/\">finding a roommate <\/a>to help split the cost of things like rent and utilities if you can\u2019t afford a place on your own. Sit down and write out a thorough budget, including your monthly income after insurance and taxes.\u00a0 This will help you determine how much income you\u2019ll have left every month for rent, electricity, and groceries. Setting a budget before you move out will make finding the right place a lot easier, and you won\u2019t need to worry about struggling to pay your bills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Before you call the moving company<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A moving company can help you take your\nbelongings from your parent\u2019s place to your new space. Before you call a moving\ncompany, keep the tips from this checklist in mind to ensure a smooth\ntransition:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Start by finding a reputable moving\ncompany to pack and move your furniture and other big-ticket items. Read\nseveral customers&#8217; reviews online or ask your family and friends for\nrecommendations. Get at least three estimates from different moving companies for\nthe best possible price.<\/li><li>Think about what you\u2019re planning to take\nfrom your parent\u2019s house to your new home and what you\u2019re planning to leave\nthere. Make a list of the items you know you\u2019ll take with you and put away the\nitems you aren\u2019t planning on bringing into the new place. If your parents don\u2019t\nhave room for your leftover stuff, consider renting a small storage unit to\nkeep everything safe. Consider hosting a yard sale to make a little extra cash\nby selling items you no longer need. Donating clothing and other items to local\ncharities is another great way to declutter before the move.<\/li><li>Before you move into a new place,\ninspect it thoroughly and ensure everything is in good condition. Check the\nappliances and look carefully at the walls and floors for signs of damage. Make\na note (and take pictures) of any damage and issues you find and notify the\nlandlord of broken items. Drafting a custom move-in checklist ensures you\u2019re\nnot responsible for the repairs.<\/li><li>Consider hiring a locksmith to change\nthe door lock to your new place, if possible. Before you do this, check with\nyour landlord because they may require access to your place in the event of an\nemergency. Changing the locks is a good way to protect yourself when living\nalone, in case the previous resident still has access.<\/li><li>Set up your utilities in advance,\nincluding power, water, internet, and gas. Do this ahead of time, so everything\nis turned on and ready for you as soon as you move in.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apartment checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When moving for the first time, it\u2019s a\ngood idea to create a simple apartment checklist so you\u2019re prepared before\nmove-in day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Decide where you\u2019re going to sleep. If\nthere\u2019s more than one bedroom, which one should you choose to sleep in? If\nyou\u2019re getting a roommate, agree on who gets what bedroom before you move in to\navoid misunderstandings. If you\u2019re living alone, decide which bedroom has the\nmost space for your bed, nightstand, dresser, and other furniture.<\/li><li>Look carefully at the lighting in your\nnew place. If there isn\u2019t a lot of overhead lighting or it feels dark,\nsupplement by layering your lighting using floor and table lamps. Plug-in wall\nsconces add a bit more light to a room and a nice, stylish touch.<\/li><li>Stock up on essential bathroom supplies,\nincluding plenty of clean towels, a new shower curtain (and a shower curtain\nliner), and some soft, absorbent bath rugs. Make sure you have plenty of toilet\npaper, shampoo, soap, cosmetics, and other bathing must-haves before you move\nin.<\/li><li>Ensure you have plenty of cleaning\nsupplies, including a mop and bucket, a vacuum cleaner, a window cleaning\nproduct, and a disinfecting surface cleaner. Have plenty of dish soap, sponges,\ndish rags, and paper towels. When your<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hireahelper.com\/how-often-should-you-clean\/\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hireahelper.com\/how-often-should-you-clean\/\">new place is clean<\/a>,\nyou\u2019ll appreciate it even more.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t forget the basic kitchenware like\nplates and cups, silverware, and a few essential pots and pans. Food storage\ncontainers are also a great way to save money by keeping any leftovers from the\nnight before.<\/li><li>Determine which small appliances you\u2019ll\nneed, including a coffee maker, a microwave, and a toaster oven. Check that\nyour new place has ample counter space and enough electrical outlets. Store\nunused small appliances in the lower kitchen cabinets and only take out what\nyou need when you need it.<\/li><li>Invest in a basic toolkit that includes\na flat head and a Phillips head screwdriver, a small hammer, and plenty of\nnails and screws. Small household drills are also affordable and easy to use\nwhenever you\u2019re in a pinch.<\/li><li>Think about the essential furniture\nyou\u2019ll need to be comfortable. Essential furniture includes a decent-sized\ncouch or loveseat, a bed, a dresser for clothes, and a desk and desk chair if\nyou\u2019re working or studying from home. If you don\u2019t have a kitchen island,\ninvest in a decent dining table or coffee table where you can sit down to eat.<\/li><li>Consider which items you need right away,\nand which can wait until you get settled. Try not to spend too much money on\nnon-essentials like d\u00e9cor until you have all the basics covered first.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dos and don&#8217;ts when living by yourself<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Living alone can be fun, but it also\ncomes with many responsibilities. Here are a few dos and don\u2019ts when you\u2019re\nliving by yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Do:\n<\/strong>Make a grocery list before going shopping, so you get only\nwhat you need and avoid spending money on the things you don\u2019t. Go through your\nfridge and kitchen cabinets before you head to the store to determine what you\nneed.<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t:<\/strong>\nSpend more money than you earn. Avoid racking up credit card debt because it\nwill affect your credit score.&nbsp; Your\nscore is important if you plan to buy a home. Only buy items that are within\nyour monthly budget.<\/li><li><strong>Do:<\/strong>\nClean your place as you go and make small repairs whenever something breaks.\nIt\u2019s a great way to keep your place nice and ensure you\u2019ll<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hireahelper.com\/the-5-things-to-clean-to-get-your-security-deposit-back\/\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hireahelper.com\/the-5-things-to-clean-to-get-your-security-deposit-back\/\">get your security deposit<\/a>\nback when you move out.<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t:<\/strong>\nAllow your place to get cluttered and disorganized. Not only will this add to\nyour stress, but it also makes coming back to your place unpleasant. Keep your\nnew home as tidy and organized as possible by using storage baskets and bins,\nshelving, and storage furniture. Everything should have its place.<\/li><li><strong>Do:<\/strong>\nBe proud that you\u2019re moving for the first time on your own. Invite your family\nand friends over and show off your new space. This is a big moment in your life\n&#8211; host small gatherings and get-togethers so the people you love can\nparticipate in your excitement.<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t:\n<\/strong>Feel\nlike you need to keep up with your friends or family members in terms of\nacquiring things like new clothes and fancy furniture. Stick to your budget,\nlive frugally, and enjoy what you have. As you adapt and advance, you\u2019ll be\nable to invest more time and money into nicer furniture, a new flatscreen TV,\nand the other things that help make your new house a home.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulations on your decision to move out of your parent\u2019s house and into your own place. Remember the tips and information from this guide to help you avoid common mistakes and to make the whole experience go off without a hitch. With advance planning, a good attitude, and a proper budget, you can be sure that moving for the first time is the right choice for you. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leaving the nest and moving for the first time can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid the common issues and mistakes that come with finding a place to live, choosing essential furniture, and arranging your new space. It is an exciting and scary time! 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