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Moving Into Your First Apartment – Pt 2

April 14, 2015

Moving Into Your San Carlos Apartment

Moving Into Your First ApartmentBefore moving in your stuff, thoroughly inspect your room(s) and take pictures of any damage (cracks, leaks, carpet stains, etc.) This will serve as proof that you were not responsible for these damages when you move out. Please take the time to do this. Too many renters learn this the hard way. Whip out that phone of yours and start clicking!
Make It Official

Sign an agreement with your roommates that include cleaning schedules, guest policies, rent payments, etc. to ensure that there’s no confusion. Even best friends can get into major disagreements.

  • Cleaning schedules – No one wants to come home to a pile of dishes that’s been sitting there for a week, but that happens frequently in shared living arrangements. Don’t expect your roommates to volunteer their dishwashing services willingly. Come up with a cleaning schedule so that there’s no arguing on who cleans the toilet next.
  • Guest policies – One of the biggest challenges to having roommates is the lack of privacy. Expect your roommates to have guests over (probably more often than is acceptable to you).  Don’t have expectations that he or she will be considerate of your needs and care that you have a mid-term in the morning. Setting boundaries in the very beginning will alleviate any potential issues.
  • Rent payments – More often than not, one of your buddies will find themselves in some type of financial crisis. This is one of the major drawbacks of entering into a lease with other people. You never know if they will bail on you and leave you high and dry. Select your roommates carefully and be sure that you have a clear understanding of their current financial situation.  This will clue you in as to whether or not you can count on them to make their payments on time.

Alterations

Before you start painting the walls or ripping out the carpet (usually a BIG no-no), make sure you know what you’re actually allowed to do. As tempting as it is to turn this place into your own little perfect paradise, read your lease agreement first and find out what the guidelines are. Otherwise, you may end up paying additional fees when you move out AND lose your security deposit. Ouch! Better to check first!

Other Things To Look For

Check the water pressure and see how long it takes to get warm. If it takes longer to get warm, it could increase your water bill significantly.

How is the cell phone reception? It’s naïve to think that a bad cell phone reception won’t become bothersome. Know yourself when renting a new place – denial will only come back to haunt you later.

Make sure there’s an Internet provider suitable for your needs. Heavy downloaders, gamers and video streamers will need a high-speed provider – better be safe than sorry!

Make sure the windows are double-paned/double-glazed and in good condition. Without proper insulation, running the AC could result in an unwanted bill.

Bring a socket tester or a cell phone charger to test all the outlets. Without properly working sockets, life could get quite frustrating.

Find a Reliable Moving Company

Cummings Moving Company is a trusted and reliable full-service company that has been moving the San Carlos community since 1969. Since this will be your first move into your own apartment, we’ll be here to take care of you and your belongings every step of the way. We make every move an easy one!

 

Cummings Moving Company | Residential & Small Business Moving & Storage | San Francisco Movers

Cummings Moving Company is a family owned and operated moving & storage company proud of its well-established reputation in San Francisco and throughout the region – reflected in their extended residential, small business and Realtor referrals. The company is a female, minority, and veteran-owned and operated moving company with over 45 years of exceptional client service – spanning the entire country and beyond. For more information about quality, stress-free moving, in San Francisco please call 415-387-4000 or from the Peninsula call 650-629-3000. Request a Free Moving Quote HERE or continue to explore our website and San Francisco Blog.

The advice on our website and blog is provided as a courtesy and is intended for informational purposes only. It is offered as-is with no warranty expressed or implied. We hope it provides you with helpful information that you can use.

 

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