Moving into Your First Home: Preparing Your Finances

If you require parking and your building does not have any, you'll need to call the city office to determine how you obtain and pay for a street parking permit. Again, costs vary, but in the long run it will be cheaper to obtain a permit than to pay for parking tickets.

  Settling-in Costs: There are so many things you'll need in your first home. These things may seem small and trivial, but their costs can add up quickly. So, to make sure you're covered, get out your notepad (again) and make a list. Go through each room and think about the things you need on a daily basis. Don't leave anything out! For instance, in the kitchen make sure you include small appliances, pantry supplies, spices (these really add up), dishes, flatware, towels, soap, dish rack, food staples, pots and pans, containers, garbage can, etc...

If all these things leave you a little breathless, you may want to throw yourself a "moving out" shower. And why not? We've all been to bridal showers or baby showers or have given presents at weddings, so why not throw a party and ask your guests to bring just one item for your new home? It doesn't have to be anything expensive, just something useful. Make a list of things you need and send it with the invites. It's a fun and effective way to make your move a success and most people will be happy to contribute.

Now that you have all your finances in order, you've taken the first major step in moving. Congratulations! Now, dig out those rental ads, start circling, viewing and hunting for just the right place, knowing that you can afford it. And above all, have fun!

Source: http://moving.about.com/od/preparingforyourmove/a/first_home_2.htm



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