Graduating from University is an exciting time for young adults – but moving out of the dorms and into a permanent home can sometimes be a difficult transition. If you’re one of the thousands of recent college graduates and young professionals who will move out on their own this summer, read on to learn more about making the process easier.
If you have never lived on your own before, you’ll probably be surprised at just how many things it takes to fill a new apartment and make it feel like a real home. Sit down with your future roommates to write out a list of the items you will need and to determine who will be responsible for bringing what to the new place. Typical furniture needs include:
BEDROOM
- Bed Frame & Mattresses
- Bedroom Dresser
- Bedroom Nightstand
- Lamps/Laundry Basket
- Shoe/Coat Racks
- Full Length Mirror
BATHROOM
- Shower Curtain
- Towel Rack
- Toiletries Cabinet
- Toilet Brush / Plunger
LIVING ROOM
- Couch
- Coffee Table
- TV & TV Stand
- Book Shelves / Storage Cabinets
- Rugs/Paintings
KITCHEN
- Kitchen Table & Chairs
- Microwave / Microwave Stand
- Dishes, Pots & Pans
- Cooking Tools & Utensils
It’s best to start collecting these items as soon as you decide you will be moving, as this will help you to save money and will give you an opportunity to score secondhand goods for less money.
Keep in mind that you’ll not only have to obtain the items listed above – you’ll actually have to move them from the place they are currently being stored into your apartment. If you’ll need to purchase several of the items for your first apartment, start out by making a budget of how much you can spend.
Although many stores will deliver brand new furniture pieces (for a price), hiring an inexpensive moving company to tote your secondhand and new goods is an easy way to make sure everything arrives unbroken and on time. Click here to learn about how you can hire inexpensive movers in Boston for just $99 an hour!
