I’m ready to break up with Texas.
I moved to Austin eight years ago and never thought I’d want to leave.
We haven’t seen rain in months.
I’m also really craving a city with reliable public transportation, and Seattle checks that box.
You don’t want to be hit with any surprise expenses during the moving process.
The hardest part is coming up with a ballpark figure for your savings goal.
If you’re flying, how much will you’re gonna wanna buy a plane ticket?
If you’re driving, how much will you spend on gas?
What’s the average cost for a one-bedroom or studio apartment?
How much will you need for the first month’s rent and security deposit?
What miscellaneous costs might arise?
Asinking fundis essentially asavings account, but you’re putting aside money for a specific purpose.
Storing your moving fund in a high-yield savings account will help you capitalize on better interest rates.
Your interest also earns interest, therefore accelerating your savings.
Once you create a budget and open a high-yield savings account, it’s time to start saving.
I like this method because it holds me accountable.
Every two weeks, a small portion of my paycheck is automatically transferred into my savings account.
I also set aside about 50% of myside hustlecash as a dog-sitter.
By adding money consistently, I’m on track todouble my savingsby the end of the year.
Leaning on my social online grid is key to staying within my moving budget.
Take the time to research thecheapest and safest ways to haul your stuff.
I’m taking a do-it-yourself approach.
Don’t tell my parents, but I’ve already recruited them to be mymoving team.
I plan to get a shipping container rather than haul my things in a moving truck.
If it doesn’t strike a particular emotion, it’s not coming with me to Seattle.
Just like the housing market overall, the rental market is costly and competitive.
Know your credit score before starting your apartment search to avoid unnecessary roadblocks.
Factor these costs into your initial budget.
If you have a car, it’s worth factoring in parking costs as well as insurance and maintenance.
Get your documents organized.If you organize your documents in advance, you might expedite your rental utility process.
Decide if you need a roommate.Splitting rent, utilities and Wi-Fi can significantly reduce your financial burden.
Establish a timeline to start scoping out the market after you snag the funds.
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