{"id":36617,"date":"2016-03-29T09:00:50","date_gmt":"2016-03-29T16:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=36617"},"modified":"2019-06-27T15:04:47","modified_gmt":"2019-06-27T22:04:47","slug":"moving-into-your-first-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2016\/03\/29\/moving-into-your-first-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving Into Your First House"},"content":{"rendered":"

Moving into your first house is a major milestone in your adult life; a momentous occasion that marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of the next. For many, owning a Forever Home is the ultimate goal in life. Whether you\u2019re simply renting, buying temporarily or planning on building a lifetime worth of memories in your new house, here are some tips on making your move as smooth as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Moving<\/a><\/p>\n

Location, Location, Location<\/h4>\n

\u201cThey<\/em>\u201d say location is everything. If you\u2019re unsure of where you should plant your roots, there are websites, such as <\/span>www.livability.com<\/span><\/a> that suggest cities and towns, based on your responses to several questions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Take your personal <\/span>preferences<\/span><\/a> into account when making decisions; do you crave the big city life or the quietness of a small town or suburb?<\/span><\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve narrowed your choice down to one specific region, websites such as <\/span>Zillow<\/span><\/a> can provide specific information on neighborhoods and average costs of mortgages or rent.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another thing to check, especially if you are moving in by yourself is safety. \u00a0You can check the crime stats by zip code with a simple google search. \u00a0Sites like spotcrime.com<\/a> can show you the types of crime in the area. \u00a0I would also suggest driving through the neighborhood a few different times of the day so you feel comfortable with the neighborhood.<\/p>\n

Grab the Tissues<\/h4>\n

Once you\u2019ve chosen the locale of your new house, it\u2019s time to start <\/span>preparing<\/span><\/a>. Moving can be an incredibly emotional experience, no matter how prepared you may be financially.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are many <\/span>stages of emotion<\/span><\/a> that moving causes, such as excitement, fear, stress, and determination. It\u2019s best to make sure you give yourself enough time to work through each of these emotions before saying goodbye to family and friends. Remember, your loved ones will be experiencing emotions of their own.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Basics<\/h4>\n

\"Moving<\/a>You will also need to be prepared financially for all of the expenses that come with moving. Some things that you may need to prepare for include:<\/p>\n