Moving Out & On; Part 1
Are you ready for what is next?
There are many steps to take before you are ready to live comfortably in your new life and environment! This post might get a little lengthy, and I do not have many photos for it, so just take some notes, its for the best!
Seriously, are you ready for what is next?
This post is about two types of moving. It is about more than just physically moving out of your residence and place you call home. It is also about having the courage to move on. Move on to bigger, better, and greater things that you can accomplish if you are willing to accept the challenge.
With not only the end of 2019 rapidly approaching, the end of a decade will have passed as well. With that being said, here is some music that represents my attitude going forward. A project by California artist Larry June, ‘Out the Trunk’ has the right amount of smooth criminal vibes, with upbeat hustlers energy.
Like Uncle Larry states, “If times get hard, i’ma get it out the trunk”. I do not anticipate any bad times in the near future, but truly, in the mindset that I will do whatever it takes for me to succeed.
Due to the date of my birth like maybe you reading this, I will have lived through 2 millennia, 2 centuries, and 3 decades, WITHOUT having turned 30 yet. Cool right? Definitely interesting to say the least!
I would like to think of how blessed I am to be in such an amazing time of global awareness, and have the controls of my life in hand for the first time leading into my 3rd decade on this Earth!
What is next for Part 1 is Golden’s Checklist of Information that can help reduce your stresses for Moving Out of your current residence, and into your new home!
Let me preface this by saying this is purely my advice based on my experiences with personally leasing properties, and gained knowledge working in property management.
Before Moving -
Analyze your budget! - Identify how much your expenses & utilities (rent, water, electric, gas, food, necessities) are versus how much income you bring home. Are there ways you can reduce your expenses? Are there ways you can increase your income? (Also keep in mind increasing your income does not mean you should readily increase your expenses. That is the quickest way to remain financially stagnant.) You want to live where you can afford as an individual, and feel a degree of safety. Relying on roommates can be risky!
Check your lease and know how far in advance you need to provide your property managers notice about your intent to vacate the property. Some companies require 60 days, and others 30. Knowing your lease can help you do things such as early vacancies and etc. (I would not recommend vacating a property without having a game plan. Some properties state in their lease you will be charged for remaining balances on rent for leases if they are broken.)
Research your viable locations! Remember this is about your comfort levels! 3 Major keys I look for when gearing to move are the businesses surrounding my potential home, the energy of the neighborhood, and PARKING! You would hate to move into your new place of peace and be horrified to find out your car has been stolen by the tow company! (Every tow company in America charges you daily for the longer your car sits on their lot. AS IF THEY DIDN’T STEAL YOUR CAR IN THE FIRST PLACE) I’ll sit on my soap box now. Being comfortable in your home in my opinion is the number #1 priority anyone can have. Your in-home comfort shapes your entire life from infant, to adolescent, to adult, and even to the geriatric population!
Some apps that I have used in my past searches have been Zillow , Trulia , and Apartments.com . Sometimes you have to remain patient to find the right place for you! Main point is to be diligent and comb through the many listings! Call in and verify prices & requirements before paying any fees out to ANYONE!
During Moving -
While you are moving, first, BE CAREFUL! Those clothes & other items that were packed in dark places can be hiding places for our many legged creatures! Some of whom, likes to bite!
Needing extra cash & have things people will pay for? Throw a garage sale! Make a quick buck on something you would have trashed? Hey, another man’s treasure. It’s a win - win. You want to be efficient while moving? Get rid of all the things you no longer use! Check your local agencies, some offer to pick up still usable furniture for donations. Do not be surprised if there is SOMEONE who will enjoy whatever you put on the curb.
Along with reducing the items you’re transporting across town or state lines, choose wisely! I recently chose Uhaul to rent one of their service vehicles. I threw out enough furniture that I was able to safely load a medium sized dining table (sits about 6), washer & dryer, and a full sized mattress & box spring onto a flat bed truck that starts at 19.95! All my other furniture was subject to curbside analysis for later potential arbitrage and swiftly disappeared from view!
After Moving -
Make sure you clean up behind yourself! Most places carry a security deposit on file when you are renting a location to protect the company against damages. If your leasing company does not try and scalp you, and you were a decent tenant, you can typically expect to have your deposit either returned in full or for a partial return. Yay for bonus money!
Perform a thorough walk through the property with the leasing agent / management to ensure you are not wrongly charged for any potential irresponsible things that can transgress after you turn your keys over! Know whats better than bonus money? Not getting charged for expenses you couldn’t see coming! Some states/cities enforce a strict code of compliance.
Even after moving, and into your new place make sure you do a similar walk of the property to ensure they are not providing inadequate housing. The city of Fort Worth in Texas has rental property protections in place for renters & citizens to use when property management companies use retaliatory or egregious policies.
Finally return all rental equipment & keys! Make sure you have your utilities transferred and mailing addresses forwarded to your new home! I’d hate for you to do all this hard work and on day two wake up in the dark and cold! Oh! Also take the time to update your digital files that require your address! Specially your employer if they still mail physical checks!
and stay tuned for PART two of Moving Out & On! Those are my tips for moving OUT! Part two is about Moving On to bigger, better, and greater. We all need bigger, better, and greater in our lives right? RIGHT!
You have the tips to successfully move out on your own! Stay tuned for part 2 of this series about Moving On!
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