How to Make Moving Out of an Apartment Less Painful

How to Make Moving Out of an Apartment Less Painful

Handsome man carrying stack of boxes
Handsome man carrying stack of boxes
 
  • Don’t want to spend money on bubble wrap? Pack your breakables (like dishes) in clothing. That way you are protecting fragile items while still packing the clothes!
  • Buy a box of clear plastic sandwich bags. They are ideal for moving out of an apartment when you have to take pesky things such as curtain rods or furniture apart and have small items to store.
  • Stop! Before you unplug those electronics, take a photo of how everything is wired so that when you move into your new place, you will remember how to set it up.
  • If you do decide to hire movers, make sure you do your research! Sometimes there are details in fine print that will cause you to have to pay extra.
  • Many people forget about changing their address when they move. This can be a pain when it comes to checks, bills, etc. Change your address at least two weeks before moving out of an apartment.
  • Before you move out, take photos of your cleaned out apartment. This is key to getting your security deposit back. This is the proof you need if a landlord tries to charge you for unwarranted fees.
For more advice and tips on moving out of an apartment, and all facets of college living, visit ForRentUniversity.com! [cf]skyword_tracking_tag[/cf]
Related Topics (4)

Recommended Posts

What Moves You? Searching For Your New Apartment

What Moves You? Searching For Your New Apartment

Searching for a new apartment is an exciting time for touring new places, meeting new people and getting to know neighbors. Discover what people value the most about their recent moving moments.     What was your favorite part of searching for your new apartment?   53% said “Touring new places” 31% said “Meeting new […]

read more
Valentine’s Day on a College Budget

Valentine’s Day on a College Budget

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner you might be getting stressed trying to think of what to do for your loved one. Being tight on funds doesn’t make it that much easier either. Don’t worry though, there are ways to have a great Valentine’s Day without blowing all your money. Here are four ways […]

read more
What To Do When There’s No Space For A Kitchen Table

What To Do When There’s No Space For A Kitchen Table

Having a big kitchen and dining area can be a luxury that many apartments simply don’t have. Fitting a kitchen table into a small space can be next to impossible. There’s no need to worry though, ForRent.com is here with some quick hacks you can try when your kitchen is too small for a normal […]

read more
Winter Energy Efficiency For Your Apartment Part – II

Winter Energy Efficiency For Your Apartment Part – II

As promised, here are more tips for keeing your apartment energy efficient this winter. These lighting ideas are simple enough that anyone can do them! Lighting: This tip is one I enforce a great deal-whenever you leave a room turn off the lights! Even if it’s for a short while and you are going right back. […]

read more

Pick a Category or Topic

Categories

Topics