{"id":19381,"date":"2020-09-26T09:13:23","date_gmt":"2020-09-26T14:13:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abodo.com\/blog\/?p=19381"},"modified":"2021-08-31T07:46:36","modified_gmt":"2021-08-31T12:46:36","slug":"7-clear-steps-for-your-next-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/blog\/7-clear-steps-for-your-next-move\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Things You Need to Prepare Before Moving To Your New Rental Apartment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/blog\/new-city-new-apartment-moving-tips\/\">Moving can be such an exhilarating<\/a>, yet exhausting, experience. There\u2019s the excitement of a new beginning in a new environment. There\u2019s the thrill of decorating different spaces with different pieces of furniture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1580709839515-54b8991e2813?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&amp;ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEyMDd9&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=1000&amp;q=80\" alt=\"man in blue polo shirt sitting on chair\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are neighbors to meet and unfamiliar streets to explore. There\u2019s also the burden of sorting and packing up closets, drawers and cupboards filled with memorabilia collected over the years. Plus, there\u2019s the underlying task of trying to find friends to help you move your overstuffed loveseat, giant television, and king size bed from one apartment to another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s frustrating, but there are ways to make it easier on yourself. One way is to hire a moving company to help you. Sites like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movebuddha.com\/movers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving Company Reviews<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help you find suitable moving quotes and movers within your budget that have good reviews. Another key thing is to make a list of things you need to prepare before moving into your new rental apartment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A list can be made up of several categories, one for each day of the week. It may take more time to complete each task, but the general idea is there. Each category also begins with the letter \u201cC\u201d to help remember the chore.\u00a0 Let\u2019s see a quick overview.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day One &#8211; Connect with Landlords \u2013 Present and Future\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day Two &#8211; Contact Utilities and Renter\u2019s Insurance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day Three &#8211; Change Address\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day Four &#8211; Consider Shopping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day Five &#8211; Collect and label your belongings\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day Six \u2013 Clean<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day Seven \u2013 Crash and Collapse \u2013 you\u2019re finished<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Day 1: Connect with Landlords \u2013 both present and future<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telling your present landlord that you\u2019re moving out is common courtesy and most likely a clause in your lease. There may even be legal repercussions for not giving the landlord a proper notice for vacating your rental. It\u2019s best to reread your lease and abide by the contract signed. Speak to your landlord about any issues that may incur. For instance, is there a moving out checklist that must be completed? Are there rules regarding where and when to drop off keys? Find out what happens to your security deposit. Ask the appropriate <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/blog\/six-questions-before-signing-lease\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rental questions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so you won\u2019t be caught off guard once you\u2019re in your new place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget to contact your new landlord either. Find out when and where you can pick up your new keys. Is there a moving in checklist required by your new landlord? Do you know where to park while moving your furniture into your fresh apartment? Where do you pay the first month\u2019s rent? Write up a list of questions to ask him or her in regard to guest parking or allowed rules inside the apartment complex. It&#8217;s better to be prepared than to be the problem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 2: Contact Utilities and Renter\u2019s Insurance<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time to call the utility companies. Make a list of all the utilities being used in your current apartment and inform them regarding your closing date. This is when all your electricity, gas, lights, etc. will need to be shut off. If these same companies are conducive for your new place, set up the times for when the utilities need to be turned on. Change your address as well. Make sure to set up new accounts for any additional utilities too. This one step can determine if you\u2019ll have power on in your new apartment or be paying for an extra month on your old one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 3: Change Address<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decide when you want to officially receive mail at your new place. Fill out all the forms for an official change of address. Some mail will be quicker than others to respond, but you don\u2019t want to miss any important notices due to confusion from the mailman. Update your information also with your bank, credit cards companies, medical personnel, and any other people who may need this information. Don\u2019t forget to tell grandma and great aunt Beatrice too. They\u2019ll need to know where to send your birthday cards.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 4: Consider Shopping\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before moving into your new rental apartment, it may be smart to check out where the locations of your favorite stores are? Are there grocery stores nearby or do you have to travel \u00bd hour away to buy food? What restaurants are close? Is this apartment close to any gyms or department stores? How far will you have to go to find a gas station? Don\u2019t be surprised when your tank reads empty and your nearest gas station is 20 miles away. Check out all the conveniences before you move. It will give you peace of mind on a chaotic and crazy day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 5: Collect and label your belongings<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This day may take the longest and can begin long before any leases are signed, or keys are allotted. When moving, it&#8217;s important to sort out any extra and unnecessary items in your possessions so they won\u2019t be packed. Extra things take up extra space and won\u2019t leave room for anything new and improved. The rule is that if you haven\u2019t used it in the past year, you probably don\u2019t need it. Of course, there&#8217;s always those special mementos that are too dear to leave or discard. Put those away in a specific box and mark it accordingly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gather boxes together of different sizes, along with packing tape, and markers. Label everything that is packed in the box, then assign what room it belongs to. This will save time and frustration for when you need something, whether you move the boxes yourself, or you <a href=\"https:\/\/heromovingtx.com\/\">hire professional movers<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to also pack a separate box for the first day at your new place. This will cover all the necessities for you to be comfortable, and not be searching for hours or days for your coffee mugs, sheets or pillowcases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 6: Clean<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> according to the specs of your landlord. Take pictures of your place when it\u2019s done. Then have the landlord critique it and make a note of it on your lease. Taking pictures is also helpful with your new place. Check for anything that\u2019s broken or needs to be fixed or is missing. Show these to your new landlord. This will prevent you from being responsible for repairing such objects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you\u2019re cleaning your old place out, it might be helpful to clean your new place too. The landlord may hire someone to come in and clean the basics, but nothing feels cleaner than when you do it yourself. The mere knowing that your toilet was actually washed and cleaned according to your liking, can give you a peace of mind. Make sure to include the appliances and cupboards too. While washing and scrubbing, pay special attention to corners, dark spaces, and underneath cabinets. This is where unsuspecting bugs and pests may dwell. You don\u2019t need any unwelcome visitors scurrying across your floors while you sleep.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 7: CRASH and Collapse<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The day before the big move, take some time to relax. Stay overnight with a friend, if necessary. Gather up your energy for the next morning. Prepare notes for anything that could happen, such as unexpected rain or snow, changes in the parking situation, etc. Try to plan how the day might flow. Keep a positive attitude and remain calm in the midst of the chaos. This one day could be so beneficial for the rest of the week to come.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, moving into a new rental apartment takes preparation and consideration. Although most big moves take more than 7 days, the idea is still valid. Connect, contact, change, consider, collect, clean, and crash will help you to start the process and follow through successfully so your new home will be just as comfortable as your last one.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving can be such an exhilarating, yet exhausting, experience. There\u2019s the excitement of a new beginning in a new environment. 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