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How To Move From Student Accommodation Into A Rented House

If you're a student and you've lived in student accommodation then making the transition to a rented house can be a drastic difference. With non-inclusive bills, a need for contents insurance and much more, there are a lot more things to concern yourself with. There are many things to expect when living in a rented house, and if you're about to make the change then here are some tips to help you get started. 1) Finding your new home.Finding a new home can be a challenge, so it helps if you know exactly what it is you're looking for. A one bed home or a house share with friends is very different to living in student halls! Check the available facilities in any houses you're interested in and consider your need for things such as a garden or bath, which not all homes will have. Finding the right home for you is easier when you know what you need, so try making a list before you start searching for properties. 2) Rent and bills.Paying your rent and bills in student accommodation is very different to in your own home. You'll need to find out about your utility service providers, estimated costs and choose between having a meter or not. Make sure you're considering the costs of bills when working out your rental budget so that you know you can easily afford the home you want! 3) Finding a removal company.Moving house is much easier with the help of a removals company, and whether you need the help of movers or just a van, you can find the right services for you if you look hard enough! Start by asking family and friends for recommendations that you can trust, but if not then try the internet. Make sure you read customer reviews to ensure you're hiring a reliable company, and look for special discounts and offers if you are a student! 4) Sourcing packing supplies on a student budget.Finding packing supplies when you're on a budget isn't difficult. Though bought moving boxes and bubble wrap are ideal, second-hand boxes can be sourced for free from your local shops and stores. If you have fragile items try wrapping them in newspaper, bedding or towels to keep them safe when in transit. Just be aware that newspaper print can easily rub off and stain some items! 5) Packing tips.Packing your home is much easier when you have a plan. Make a schedule of what you need to pack and when for so that you know how much you need to get done. Start as early as possible, leaving your most-used and essential items until last. Don't just label your boxes - number them in order of importance so that you know which to unpack first when you arrive in your new home! 6) Essentials boxes.The items that you use most (such as your laptop or favourite clothes) should be packed into boxes that are marked as essential. These boxes should be for things that you're going to need straight away, and packing these items into these marked boxes will mean that you won't have to worry about losing precious things! You should also have an essentials box for your kitchen and bathroom, so you can have quick access to whatever you need, exactly when it is you need it.