Are you moving out for the first time? Are you moving to a college dorm or your first apartment? Are you trying to figure out what you need? If you are only trying to find a list to guide and the money is no limit, then you can go crazy. But if you are like 99% of us at that age, you may want to carefully chose how you spend your money. After all, you have important things to save for, like a car, or a trip somewhere nice. In some cases, the links below will take you a separate page with more information on the subject.
First think of the necessities. I think it is easier to look at it as if you were travelling. What do you take with you when you travel?
- Toiletries: toothbrush!
- Clothes: underwear!
- Electronics: phone charger!
Of course, there are other things you need, like soap, shoes, a top and bottom, and your watch or tablet. But hopefully you get the idea.
Next, what are things that you will need to furnish your new space?
- Furniture: a desk and couch?
- Kitchen: pots, pans, silverware and some other tools?
Carefully selecting your furnishings and where you get them from can provide you with the necessities without bleeding your wallet.
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