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If you’re getting ready to move out of an apartment rental, you may not know how to begin making the necessary plans and getting organized. To get started, you should make a checklist that outlines the most crucial tasks and gives you a timeline to complete them. Read on for tips on what to put on your to-do list.

4 Steps to Organize Your Move

1. Sort & Purge

Approximately two months before your moving date, start sorting through your belongings. Take the process slowly, working a few hours each day to prevent yourself from getting overwhelmed. Make separate piles for the items you want to keep, donate, and discard. Host a yard sale to get rid of clutter and make some extra cash for your move.

2. Order Supplies & Hire Movers

When your move is about six weeks away, gather the packing supplies you’ll need. You can reuse old shipping containers and blankets for cushioning or purchase reinforced boxes, plastic bins, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts to ensure your belongings arrive safely. Contact a reputable moving company for a quote and book an appointment. 

3. Pack & Label

apartment rentalsWhen you have your materials, start packing — ideally about a month in advance to give yourself enough time. Keep similar items in boxes together and wrap fragile items carefully. Label the contents of the boxes and color code them according to the rooms of your new residence in which they will belong. 

4. Clean

Once your moving company picks up your boxes and furniture, the last step is to clean your apartment rental so you can get your security deposit back. Wash the floors, windows, countertops, and ceiling fans. Don’t forget to disinfect the kitchen and bathrooms as well. 

 

If you need to move and are looking for affordable apartment rentals, get in touch with A1 Properties. They offer one- and two-bedroom apartments with utilities included to clients in Vernon, CT, and Myrtle Beach, SC. Call (860) 490-5205 to inquire about apartments for rent, and visit them online to learn more about their apartment rentals, amenities, and pet-friendly options. 

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