Budgeting for Your Move

Moving certainly taps your bank account. How much depends on a number of factors: whether your employer is helping with the cost, how much 'stuff' you have, and how far you are moving.

To get an idea of how much your move will cost, start calling service providers for estimates and list your expenses, which may include:

Housing

Home Repairs ___________
Cleaning supplies/services ___________
Rental expenses new city ___________
Application fees ___________
First and last month's rent ___________
Damage/security deposit ___________
Pet deposit ___________
Utility deposits ___________
Storage unit rental ___________

Moving

Professional moving services or truck rental ____________
Moving supplies ____________
Food and beverage for volunteers ____________
Tips for professional movers/Gifts for volunteers ____________

Moving travel

Airline Tickets __________
Fuel __________
Tolls __________
Meals __________
Hotels __________

Other
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