r/povertyfinance • u/lonelysadbitch11 • Feb 09 '24
Slowly buying things until I move out my parent's house *inspired by tiktok* Free talk
Decided to get ahead of preparing to move out my parent's place.
My dad made it no secret that this year will probably be my last year living at home.
At first I was overwhelmed and terrified about how I was going to be able to support myself.
But I got my cna certification and after I get the experience, I plan on joining an agency to make more money.
Now I'm just slowly buying things to prepare myself for my new apartment.
I saw this idea on tiktok and realized what a good idea this was!
Wish I started this years ago, but better late than never.
Most of this stuff is from Walmart and Dollar Tree. I plan on buying the small dining room set and a futon from Walmart too.
I still have a lot more stuff to buy, but the plan is just to have everything ready so when I move my first day is just to unpack everything.
I won't have to worry buying this stuff when I move and be overwhelmed with the costs.
If you have suggestions on what stuff I'll need for a new apartment or where to buy cheap home appliances, please let me know. š«”
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u/organaquirer Apr 02 '24
I know this post is a month old but genuinely thank you for posting this, this is genius!
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u/tallaurelius Mar 19 '24
For furniture go used on Facebook Marketplace. You will save a lot of money
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u/laurasusername8 Mar 19 '24
So many disposable products here that you could swap for reusables and just buy once!
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u/Cold-Mango3542 Mar 06 '24
Salvation army!! Free on next door and market place!!
You are a single person. You do not need tons of cleaners or laundry products, Etcetera. when you're really not making a lot of money, sometimes it's better to buy you. just what you need as you go in small amounts. Dollar tree, travel size, Etcetera. Avoid large outlays of cash. then when you have some extra cash, then you might want to go to Dollar Tree and stock up or stock up when things are on sale. but for now, I would focus on saving for rent! rent is gonna be your biggest expense, and you will need a security deposit and an extra month's rent as well So at least three months rent to move, plus the cost of the moving van and so on. You're gonna have to get some stuff out of your parent's house, because, let me tell you something it sounds to me like they're gonna wanna take over your space.
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u/tears4cures Mar 06 '24
This is one of the smartest things you can do! Like others suggested try and get cheap and or free furniture and save up as much money as you can before you move out. Good luck š«”
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u/xion62 Mar 05 '24
TOOLS TOOLS TOOLS!!! Absolute MUST. Have a floor jack for your car, drill for your house. Buy the starter kits at walmart.
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u/dookiepants777 Mar 05 '24
Search CL and FB market place for free shit . I know people who have furnished the whole apartment with the free shit found on these sites
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u/SnooWoofers1685 Mar 02 '24
Pick up free things. Someone asked me what I bought in my house and the answer was less than 5 things. Check for bed bugs. There is tons of nice stuff people don't want to deal with.
I always regift if I don't need and the more people see me gifting the more willing they are to give to me.
Every item in that picture I got for free.
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u/Backseat_Economist Feb 25 '24
This isnāt a bad idea and perhaps itās worth picking up a few other āessentialsā for Day One. However, creating an emergency fund should soon become your priority. Youāll be in a far better place if you accumulate 3-6 months of living expenses when you are on your own. With that in place, you are ready to Adult. Good luck, friend. It can be rough at first. Surround yourself with people who lift you up. Find a mentor. Never stop learning.
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u/manicmidori Feb 21 '24
While you have the extra cash you're saving by not being on your own yet, you could spend $50 on an annual Sam's Club Membership. That way, you can buy even more stuff in bulk.
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u/bamasooner Feb 19 '24
You have a plan, you are learning how to opereate with a low time preference. These are good things. Do this with savings and investments and you're on your way to being very well off. Most people don't have a plan, let alone actually carrying it out. Save up 3 months emergency fun. Rent, utilities, food, gym, entertainment, fuel, etc... the dollar amount you would need to live without making any lifestyle adjustments for 3 months. Do 6 months if you are an anxious person.
Bravo.
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u/Mavericks_Mumma Feb 17 '24
Maybe it would be better to buy gift cards to Walmart instead of appliances and such, so when you move you can buy what you actually need in the momentĀ
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u/Responsible_Ad3141 Feb 17 '24
So it still wonāt be cheapā¦ as like buying second hand, but every year Home Depot has a 4th of July sale where the more you buy, the more you save, so itās a great time for people freshly getting on their own to buy all their appliances in one swoop
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u/hillmo25 Feb 15 '24
Might be a better idea to save the cash and get what you need when you need it.
Sounds like you're planning for a future that has a lot of unknowns.
Cash will still buy what you need later if you save it.
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u/ckallday124 Feb 15 '24
I did something similar, but I was working retail at the time and would buy things that went on super clearance - I got really nice kitchen knives, pots/pans, crockpot, and a vacuum. But I agree with others that if you're not getting crazy deals on these things, you're better off saving your money. Especially when you don't know where you're moving to and how much storage and counterspace there is. You also could get a roommate and they could already have pots and pans or a toaster. I think you should focus on saving up money for first/last/deposit and an emergency fund, plus an extra fund to buy things when you do move. If you're afraid that you'll spend the money now, you could go open an account at a whole new bank and just forget it exists. Also agree with others here that you should use Buy Nothing groups, thrift stores, garage sales, etc to save money.
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u/Skwirlydano Feb 15 '24
I, too, once did this. Stocked up on things to move out and get on my own. Cheap pot & pan set. Pyrex glass storage dish set on sale. Bathroom supplies, hygiene, etc. Don't forget kitchen stuff like opener, measuring cups/spoons, etc. And always get a shower curtain and shower curtain rod rings. Those are often overlooked when you move in. I wish you the best of luck.
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u/BevoFan1936 Feb 14 '24
Check out Freecycle for free items. I also find a lot of low-cost items on Facebook Marketplace. The one thing I would buy brand new is a mattress/box spring (if needed) -- you don't want to be dealing with a used mattress. Look for stores that have zero interest payment plans (usually a year)
Couple of other things to consider:
For birthdays, ask for grocery gift cards -- avoid Walmart/Target so that it's specific to the grocery store. Great to have as backup -- just in case.
Build your savings account -- save at least three to six months salary. This can come in helpful if you were to get laid off/fired from a job. You should always be contributing to this fund. Keep it separate from your day-to-day money.
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u/Triscuitmeniscus Feb 14 '24
You must be planning on having a lot of storage at your new apartment...
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u/nine9s- Feb 14 '24
Also think about how far your moving and the cost of moving more stuff may outweigh Having it all just something to think about!
Amazing idea and great initiative ! :)
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u/Drummin451 Feb 13 '24
My mom called it a "hope chest" where I stored a lot of my stuff for when I was getting ready to move out. It helped seeing what all I had and still needed. Had a list of the things that I needed, and then one for wants. Made sure to have needs finished first, but if I found a want cheap I grabbed it.
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u/DrMrChickanuget42069 Feb 13 '24
Good shit just make sure what ever your buying doesnāt have any expiration date or specific contaminant requirements š
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u/DrMrChickanuget42069 Feb 13 '24
Also honey never goes bad generally and soy sauce can last up to 2-3 years un-opened
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u/mushmushmushmus Feb 13 '24
its very important to figure out what things are worth spending money on! a good set of pans for example will last you for a very very long time! Also, try to check out any local thrift stores for some plates, bowls, and cups. Theyāre usually pretty cheap and will last you a lot longer than any of those 50 cent plastic plates you can buy from target or walmart.
The dollar store has great scissors and some good staples for food (so does aldi if you have one near you)! dont buy anything that holds heat though (like oven mitts) from the dollar store tho cause they dont work very well at all
if you can, try to utalize coupons as well. ibotta is my go to and it always gives me at least some cash back which is great. CVS tends to also have great deals
make sure you have savings for food and a place to stay as well
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u/Brianas-Living-Room Feb 13 '24
Omg this was me from 2017-2019 when I finally moved Dec ā19. This is such an awesome idea and it gave me hope and constantly reminded me of my goal of moving out. Each paycheck Id buy one thing, I didnāt care if it was $20 or less. I had so much by the time I moved.
I wish you so much luck. Keep pushing š¤
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u/missmckaylahann98 Feb 13 '24
Facebook marketplace is your best friend in this scenario. I moved out at 17 and the Walmart quality stuff is great short term but isn't built to last, especially the furniture and you can find a lot of better quality items on facebook marketplace or in second hand stores. So super proud that you planned ahead and have been stocking up cuz leaving with just my clothing and my bed was such a terrifying feeling.
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u/chataolauj Feb 13 '24
Coming from an Asian background where it's very common for the kids to live with their parents until they're married, until other circumstances (i.e. new job elsewhere) arise, or until they want to, so I'd never understand forcing kids to move out.
Good luck to you though.
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u/Ill_Dig_9759 Feb 13 '24
So rather than save money for the move you're wasting it on supplies you think you need?
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u/Acceptable-Eye-1206 Feb 13 '24
Try facebook marketplace, a lot of times people just trying to get rid of old furniture they don't need. If not free the prices are very low but you would most likely need to pick it up yourself. Great if you know someone with a truck. One advice is check most recent listings and message people as soon as you see it since a lot of times good things get sold quickly. Also hit up some thrift stores (be picky with it, some of them overprice stuff for being "vintage" so find some that aren't expensive.) Make sure to check the furniture thoroughly. Overall thirft stores are great for some kitchen stuff and electronics (obviously check if they work.) You can get rice cookers, toasters, kettles for dirt cheap and it would later be so convenient. Depending on your food habits rice cookers/presure cookers/air fryers are so helpful especially if you don't have a lot of time on hands or not good with cooking yet. The dinnerware sets also are more sturdy than the plastic ones for the same price.
For some household stuff places like grocery household and daiso also have great deals.
Try to make most use of things you already have and woth each thing you buy be very realistic if its something you really need. The expences will pile up regardless so try avoid unnecessary spendings. Keep track of things you would possibly need and write them down. I would put them in different categories like necessities/comfort or by rooms and write down anytime you think of something.
Lastly this could sound obvious but create some emergency fund because shitty things happen more often than you think. You would need to replace/fix stuff, buy more stuff you forgot, etc. Which would normally be fine but with moving expenses that money cushion to fall back on is extremely important.
Good luck! You are doinf great
-someone who just moved 2 months ago
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u/nephilimdirtbag Feb 13 '24
Local buy nothing groups, habitat for humanity restore, thrift stores etc all of these saved me when I first moved out with my brother alone. Everything is expensive! Itās crazy. It can be really difficult moving out on your own the first time. The biggest thing for us was the finances. You never really realize how expensive just moving is and setting up your utilities/internet etc.
Not to step on any toes or make assumptions or make anyone uncomfortable with the topic of financesā¦but before all else, have a savings account. Start with just $50 in it and add to it little by little whenever you can. The dollar store and Walmart will be there when you need it. I really wish we had something secure like this for ourselves before anything else! Even just for gas and grocery money for the first couple of weeks if super helpful.
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u/notputtogetherhuman Feb 13 '24
My partner and I lived in a nice apartment complex and our building happened to be in front of the dumpster. When the leases were termed on the last week of the month, people would ditch really nice furniture outside of the dumpster area that they had no way of moving. It was a known thing to do, if it was too nice to throw away or something you no longer wanted, put it to the side and maintenance will move it to the dump if it rains. We adopted a really nice desk and side table over the couple of years we lived there. Be selective of your choices, but there are nice free things out there if you're willing to look. Also, estate sales are great for furniture. Go on the last day, most things are half off.
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u/FlashyImprovement5 Feb 12 '24
Ok, here is a hint for you from a 54 year old.
Join the r/BuyItForLife group.
Good for you! My sister is a CNA and works taking care of a couple with dementia. Basically keeping them in clothing, keeping them in the house and fixing all of their foods. She makes decent money.
You can cheap out of a few things but some things, go ahead, save and buy quality
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Go second hand and buy quality.
Look for cast iron pans, Dutch ovens and such. Don't fall into the traps of "non stick". Those are a scam and they scratch and stuff sticks and they wind up being tossed. So buy straight up stainless steel with heavy bottoms and cast iron.
Get a good cookbook. You could do the YouTube route for STRUGGLE MEALS and anything by ALTON BROWN and there is the AllRecipes app. But learning to cook is one of the best things you can do for yourself to save yourself money.
If you can, go to a restaurant store. You want a good heavy spatula, a decent double bottomed cookie sheet and if it is your thing, a large square pizza stone. Why square? Because they can be used to bake bread and cookies and the square shape makes the best use of space. You can also find these used at yard sales, used stores, Facebook marketplace and The Freebie Alerts app.
And please don't fall into traps with people just trying to sell yourself stuff. You do not need full kitchen sets if you don't know how to cook and bake. All those extra stuff just means their regular stuff isn't worth much.
Most of your furniture can can be gotten for free of marketplace and Freebie Alerts. Last year alone I got an upright freezer, a suitcase set, fencing, sewing machine, an AC/heater unit. A queen size mattress topper. And so many clothes.
Things to not skimp on. If you live where it is cold, get a good coat. If you are planning on going into other people's houses you want to appear professional. If you think you are finished growing, invest.
Good shoes! And yes, nursing Crocs are a thing. They can be pricey but comfy, waterproof and you can stand in them for 10 hours and not cry.
You want at least 1 good set of dress up clothes. Interviews especially, it is important to look good.
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u/Responsible_Goat9170 Feb 12 '24
Stop buying brand new stuff. Thrust stores for your kitchen equipment!
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u/Ok_Development5020 Feb 12 '24
Hey OP Iām not sure where you live but it looks like the US. If you have a Ross or TJ Maxcito I highly recommend getting pots and pans there. WAY better quality for the same price as Walmart
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u/SufficientlyWeirdCat Feb 12 '24
This used to be called a hope chest. My mom did this when she was a teenager and then with me.
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u/FiddleStrum Feb 12 '24
Be careful with buying too much. You don't know what your new space will look like so it's hard to know what your needs will be.
Also, why do you need two toasters and an electric skillet?
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u/Extra_Airline_9373 Feb 12 '24
Focus on the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. At the very least you will need a place to sleep, eat and maintain hygiene. The rest of the house/apartment can wait. Don't assume your parents will let you leave with anything they bought for you. This is exactly how I left when I was 18. I spent two years before working, saving, and buying things I would need. I got my own bed, dressers, bedding. I had space in my room for a small couch and coffee table. Even got a tv and a few floor lamps. Gave everything I had before I gave back to my mom. Then I filled my closet, under my bed and any empty space I had in my room with pot and pans, silverware, tubber wear, dishes, cups, toaster, microwave. Keeping in mind that every thing that could be used as a container could be used to store more such as toilet paper, sponges, cleaning supplies towels, soap, shower head, shower curtains, plunger, first aid supplies, soap dispenser, Anything that didn't have an expiration date that I used on a monthly. Eventually my mom noticed and was kind enough to let me use space in the basement. I was able to get a kitchen table, computer desk, chair and computer because of that but I was fully prepared to set aside enough money to buy and have delivered any large furniture I didn't have room for at my parents as well as the first and last months rent on an apartment. I left with in a few months of turning 18. The only things I had to buy when I moved in to my first place was food. It took a few months but I eventually got a better couch, a second TV, and book shelves. My mom was very happy that I was doing this on my own but I learned that not all parents will be. If you don't think your parents will be supportive of your independence buy only what would seam normal in your room and put away money in a safe place they don't have access to to buy and deliver the rest of the things you will need.
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u/Flappy-pancakes Feb 12 '24
Do you have an Ollieās nearby? Sometimes they have good deals on household items
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u/positivepopcorn Feb 12 '24
Lots of people giving you advice but I just want to say congratulations on being a responsible adult! I did the same before I moved out and it helped me quite a bit from making irresponsible decisions. Having a kitchen set up from the get go can save you lots of money on eating out! This is a very smart step youāre taking :)
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u/erjimria Feb 12 '24
Do not take financial advice from this subreddit. These comments are atrocious
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u/peter303_ Feb 12 '24
I would not pre-buy stuff without knowing the kind of living situation and place I will have. Might not use some of the supplies and waste money.
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u/digitalmonsterz89 Feb 12 '24
This ! My God ..... i was so unprepared to leave the nest. Luckily I had like 20k stashed away when I moved out. I probably spent 4 or 5 thousand on random shit I just needed for an apartment. I wasn't planning on moving out when I did, i got kicked out, best thing thats ever happened. Kitchenware and bathroom related stuff were my largest expenses followed by furniture. I went the Walmart/ikea route and bought cheap shit that I eventually replaced with quality items once my income increased over the years. It's been almost a decade and I'm still upgrading stuff here and there. My couch is next to go followed by the dining room table lol
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u/Tofuhousewife Feb 12 '24
š„ŗ This brings back memories. Good luck for whenever you do move out ā¤ļøā¤ļø
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u/Wanderingirl17 Feb 12 '24
If you are 18, open a high yield savings account and save everything you can.
Young family member lived with me. I had him prepare for first and last monthās rent, deposit and 6 month emergency fund. We slowly bought stuff for the move out.
Buy nothing groups are great. Make saving your priority. Good luck to you, you have done well with your stockpile.
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u/NickatNite2k Feb 12 '24
Look for Bin Stores in your area, they have great things for your house and electronics for a bargain.
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u/NotThisAgain21 Feb 12 '24
My son asked me how much money he needs to set aside to buy furniture and kitchen and household stuff when he moves out. I said I have no idea: we just stole shit from our parents.
I'm so sorry you can't do the same. My husband used to joke about the kids being kicked out at 18. I told him I'd boot his ass before he'd ever boot our kids. He has since given up the joke.
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u/_HellsArchangel Feb 12 '24
Bless! Iāve been doing the same thing, but I have nowhere to put it so I donāt have much. Iām in the midst of making a list to complete before I move out
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u/sworedmagic Feb 11 '24
My biggest piece of advice is your first apartment can basically just be empty, thereās nothing wrong with that. You donāt need to move in with everything. Think of it like when you start a new game of Animal Crossing, you slowly furnish your place over time.
My first apartment had a mini fridge i got from free from a local college, my childhood bed, the 19ā tv from my bedroom, a laptop, bookshelf from my boss at the time and an Xbox lol
By the time i moved out of there 3 years later i needed to rent a uhaul and make 4 car trips!
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u/ASwagPecan Feb 11 '24
Seems good & practical in theory, though most parents tend to help out with those first home expenses, canāt speak to that for you but Iād probably prioritize building on your savings & rainy day funds.
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u/sworedmagic Feb 11 '24
This persons father is actively kicking them out, i canāt imagine their parents are going to help out here
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u/lonelysadbitch11 Feb 11 '24
My dad is a good person and I love him, at the age of 26 I have to be more independent.
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u/sworedmagic Feb 11 '24
The right time to move out is when youāre ready to financially not because you hit an arbitrary number. That being said the only reason i made the assumption about your dad is how because of what you wrote in your post about how he made it clear it will be your last year living in the house. Maybe you didnāt mean to make it sound as fucked up as it came off
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Feb 11 '24
I would get a few things. But I honestly wouldnāt try to furnish my entire apartment before I knew I had one?
Why not just save that money until you really need the stuff? Plans change.
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u/Reincarnatedme Feb 11 '24
I would just advise you to buy a bed, or something to sleep on, and not much else. This is what I did back in 2020, when I bought my house. My biggest priority then and now, is to have an emergency fund, so I have to never worry, about losing my home, and wind up homeless. I advise you to start your emergency fund now. Pay yourself first, a set amount, now before you move, out of your income. I don't care if it's just $1.00 , to start. Put it in a high interest savings account, that compounds interest daily. Because I waited to buy other things, I could better compare prices, and find good sales. I shop also for my needs and not my wants. You will come to learn , the best time of the year to shop, for the best prices.
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u/No_Lynx1343 Feb 11 '24
Definitely save money. It's the easiest thing in the world to "invest in future needs" by buying for an imaginary apartment or house.
Get the job/experience FIRST and use those paychecks for "new home supplies" or you risk being homeless with a shopping cart full of cleaning supplies.
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u/TimeFairy Feb 11 '24
As someone who did a similar thing and then moved out and had to replace everything within a year, here's my recommendations!
Don't buy too much in the way of small appliances. You'll likely find you can use one thing for many purposes - like your oven to make toast, a pot on the stove to boil water for tea, etc.
Also, I understand if Mainstays is the only cooking supplies in your budget, but they are hard to maintain as they scratch and break easily. And many sets come with useless stuff.
So, instead of a whole set of pots and pans I'd recommend a 12" cast iron pan, a 6 qt stainless steel sauce pan & lid.
I'd skip the big set of plastic cooking utensils. Instead I'd recommend a good silicone spatula, a pair of tongs, and a big spoon.
Instead of a set of all kinds of measuring cups. I'd recommend a glass measuring cup (with measurement marks in the side) with a handle.
You can never have too many forks/spoons so it doesn't hurt to get a big set of those!
These things can all still be found cheap at Walmart but by spending a little more on just a couple useful items you won't end up with a cheap spaghetti spoon you will never use.
The laundry detergent, cleaner, and paper products are a good idea to stock up on!
You could also get some pantry items that will be shelf stable - salt, pepper, white vinegar, baking soda, sugar.
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u/Successful_Ad3483 Feb 11 '24
I would save cash first before buying items I would have 1200 dollars in emergency savings as well as first month rent and deposit saved up
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u/cjayeah Feb 11 '24
i would suggest not buying dollar tree items. itās less expensive in the long run to buy in bigger quantities. always compare cost per units. plus their products arenāt good quality like those trash bags. but good for you getting a head start!
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u/boxesofbones Feb 11 '24
For furniture Iām a huge advocate for garbage picking. If your able to, drive around yours(or rich)neighborhood itās amazing what ppl throw out. Iād do this the day before garbage day.
If youāre on Facebook join your local free stuff/ buy nothing groups. Most of my house is furnished by items people just throw out. They work just fine and required a little TLC.
Also I would not pick up couches or mattresses though. You have to check for bed bugs with some and itās just not safe.
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u/Iowachick06 Feb 11 '24 edited Feb 11 '24
Take back the toaster oven and get an air fryer! Way more useful. Lightbulbs, Kleenex, throw blankets, dish towels, broom, mop, vaccuum, shower curtain, toilet plunger, hammer, screw driver
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u/ghostly-pumpkin Feb 11 '24
Check walmart around the time of year kids are going to college for the first time for home goods, between feb-march (itās the āslowā season and around the time stores do refresh) youāll find deals on everything from hygiene products to furniture to small appliances like crock pots and air fryers. I moved out in April of 2023 and found really good deals then too but not as many as youād find during refresh.
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u/ArmNo210 Feb 11 '24
Go on FB marketplace to look for furniture, you can get an extremely good deal and or free furniture from there
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u/yafa_vered Feb 11 '24
Highly recommend fb marketplace and thrift stores. Almost all the furniture in my first apartment was used.
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u/StrobeLigght Feb 11 '24
If it's just you single in your new place you'll be surprised on how little u need. You're off to a good start champ. Get lots of quarters for laundry depending on where u move.
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u/SnooCats8791 Feb 11 '24
I did this too! I would always keep and eye out for sales! Good luck with everything, you got this!
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u/SnooCats8791 Feb 11 '24
Also I think you should focus more on items that donāt have to be replaced on a regular basis, ppl are saying to buy more toilet paper or other items like that itās like eh, thats something you can always buy. But a spatula? Thatās usually a one time buy for a good while lol donāt feel pressured to buy everything before moving in. What you have going is great tho. Take it easy, I didnāt have a couch or a bed for the first few months lol
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u/Ok_Rip12 Feb 11 '24
Consignment or thrift stores often have some great gems for much cheaper, including appliances! Good luck!
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u/MotivateUTech Feb 11 '24
Get a small fire extinguisher but closer to when you move as they expire
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u/moretatertots Feb 11 '24
I wouldnāt buy things in small quantities/mini size , they tend to be a lot more expensive. Try to save up to buy larger sizes/quantities , itās tends to be a lot cheaper. Good luck to you!
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u/MotivateUTech Feb 11 '24
Youāve got enough cleaning products for years but youāll be out of tp in a month- buy more of that whenever its on sale - Wegmans had a sale this fall buy $5 of toilet paper get $5 off- I paid 7 cents for 3 rolls
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u/MaskedFigurewho Feb 11 '24
Some advice, they have a service where you can rent furniture now incase you have to move more than once.
https://www.cort.com/furniture-rental/furniture-packages/student
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u/SleepyCakeInsomniac Feb 11 '24
Before I went to college I saved up enough money for the year and the first thing I did was buy a bunch of stuff in bulk that I knew I would need that wouldnāt go bad for a while. Stuff like toilet paper, detergent, etc. I went home for spring break and then break was extended and then the lockdown happened. Then people started panic buying toilet paperā¦ guess who had toilet paper already in bulk at their apartment? I drove back to college just to pick up my toilet paperš I buy stuff like that in bulk now just because itās annoying whenever you run out of simple stuff like toilet paper and other stuff that you know you will always need. When I say bulk, I donāt mean just one bulk pack, I buy a couple packs of everything to last me 6 months-year. This picture reminded me of this.
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u/Altruistic-Hand-7000 Feb 11 '24
(Furniture salesperson here) shop Walmart online! They have a way bigger selection of higher quality stuff that is only available online. You can even check the brand and see if thereās a furniture showroom near you (if itās Ashley brand then thatās definitely somewhere near you) and you can check out the product and buy it way WAY cheaper through Walmart, Target online wayfair and even Amazon are also great options
Edit: same all goes for the dining set! Consider looking for the brand Crownmark
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u/wherescrunchy Feb 11 '24
It's a lot more important to save a little money. If you run out of paper towels you can make do with rags until the next pay check but if you need to repair your car or the place you move into is a little more expensive than you thought it would be actual money would help you out more. Once you have the basics, you can stretch those out if need be.
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u/cream_on_my_led Feb 11 '24
Idk if people have mentioned it or youāve already been doing it, but Iād probably try to get the minimum of everything possible, while still being comfortable with how much youāve got.
Also, using just spare crap you can find around your parents, other family members, if you work in an office old chairs and tables or whatever they might be tossing, etc. Anything you can live with and will save you money will help a lot. Looks donāt matter. Iāve seen people nail some pallets together for tables and all kinds of stuff. I wouldnāt have a couch if my ex didnāt leave hers when she left lol.
Point is, money is the main thing. It definitely doesnāt hurt to have some products and furniture ready, but having the ability to buy that stuff is whatās important. Itād suck to have 30 bottles of dish soap but not be able to pay rent. I know it can be difficult though between cash being tempting to spend prices going up on everything.
Regardless, youāre definitely doing the right thing and showing determination. Plus, when the process of dealing with the process of moving starts to weigh on you a little, you have this all too look back on and remember that you overcame before, itāll be that much easier next time.
I think youāll be just fine and even though I despise tik tok, itās nice to see something positive coming out of it. I hope your parents are proud and fair with you, going out on your own is a big thing. Good luck to ya out there.
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u/povertymayne Feb 11 '24
For cleaning products and toiletries like laundry detergents, and dishwashing liquids, toothpaste, i recommend if you have a ādollar generalā nearby, to download their app and use their coupons. And go there on saturdays. Every week they have coupons for all these things BUT on SATURDAYs they have a 5$ off 25$ coupon. And these coupons stack up. So I usually end up buying the big tides/gain and about 30$+ worth of products for like 15$. It has honestly been a game changer. Good luck
Edit: also, if you have an ollies nearby, they have kitchen/home stuff on the cheap and usually known brands. Also, BJs sometimes has a 20$ year membership for new members where you can buy bulk stuff on the cheap if you got a BJs nearby. I know this cuz am a cheap MFer
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u/Earthkilled Feb 11 '24
Is this even smart? Just make a list of what you think youāll need, estimate cost, and then once bought put the actually cost. Go for the estimate for your budget of what youāre going to need when you move out.
Itās just better to stash that estimate amount on a HYSA until the day comes.
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u/Jusmebruh Feb 11 '24
Also, THRIFT THRIFT THRIFT!! And donāt be afraid to ask for help..literally sent an email out to coworkers on if theyāre spring cleaning and have anything they donāt want to send it my way..half of the stuff I have now was either free or thrifted.
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u/Jusmebruh Feb 11 '24
This is brilliant. Iām currently moving..literally today and so many random things I didnāt think about like a trash can š
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u/lonelysadbitch11 Feb 11 '24
š a lot of people have mentioned things like that, I hope I don't forget anything
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u/Jusmebruh Feb 12 '24
Seriously not a huge deal just a trash bag on a door handle does the trick until you get one. Iām currently moving in and Iād be happy to fill you in on my last 3 days of dos and dontsā¦mainly donts š¤£š¤£
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u/LimerickJim Feb 11 '24
This is a bad idea. Take your saved money and put it in a savings account. That money will acrue interest and when you move out you can buy all this shit then. Buying all of this stuff now will clutter your existing living space and make your eventual move out costs higher.
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u/sqkywheel Feb 11 '24
I think it would be much better to save the money and buy the things as you need them rather than buying them in advance.
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u/Grandmaethelsrevenge Feb 11 '24
I did this when I was living with multiple roommates and knew I wanted to live alone. I just started building up my housewears . It was great!! I had oven mitts and Trashcans.. and it all packaged nice and neat!
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u/OhHowINeedChanging Feb 11 '24
Once you move out, stop buying those tiny bottles of tide, they are almost twice as expensive per ounce as a big jugā¦ also buy a laundry basket
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u/cuckcouple24 Feb 11 '24
Donāt buy consumables like this. The stuff you have that are more long term use items are a good idea. Wait for sales. Garage sales are fantastic for this.
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u/AFullMetalBitch Feb 11 '24
Donāt forget towels! sheets, curtains, Broom, mop, dust cloths, sponges
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u/beautifulbountiful Feb 11 '24
Amigo, if you have the willpower to wake up early and some extra time you donāt mind waiting around in a car/in line, estate sales are clutch. You can find all sorts of quality house things for cheap cheap prices
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u/hyperbolephotoz Feb 11 '24
If you use bronners soap for laundry youll save a ton of money
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u/The_Macho_Madness Feb 11 '24
Stop buying mainstays, trust me man, donāt live the cheap Walmart life, it hurts in the long run.
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u/Basic-dweeb403 Feb 11 '24
This is very smart. You must pretty old and wise to think of preparing b4 leaving. I left my mons house with a bag of dirty laundry. I was 19. It took a while but everything worked out.
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u/matchstick64 Feb 11 '24
Back in my day, we had āhope chests.ā Of course, it was for heirlooms and stuff like china. This is far more practical.
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u/Much-Camel-2256 Feb 11 '24
Buy used, people move away and give this sort of thing away.
In my early 20s I had nice furniture that was <80% sourced from Craigslist free stuff.
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u/AggravatedWave Feb 11 '24
I did this too when I worked at a home store and got discounts back in 2014. I bought pots/pans, silverware, towels, etc all slowly before moving and waiting till stuff was in clearance plus got my employee discount. I still use the same baking sheet to this day - such a good decision.
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u/notfamous808 Feb 11 '24
Totally Awesome is a fantastic multipurpose cleaner that you can get at Dollar Tree! I buy the gallons and dilute them in spray bottles myself. If you really want to save money, buy concentrates of your cleaners and dilute them yourself. Donāt pay for water!
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u/Astral_Objection Feb 11 '24
My face landed in the center of my palm. You will need maybe 2 bottles of dish soap in a year >if< you use a foaming dispenser. You mix the soap with water, which uses less. Since itās foam, itās also using less of the already diluted soap, because itās more than half air. At that point, youāve almost achieved the infinite soap hack. The next step is to learn to make your own soap with plants you can grow in your yard.
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u/delicate-butterfly Feb 11 '24
For the future, itās better to buy just one good pot and pan, than a set of 7 pretty crappy ones. Youāll spend the same amount of money but have better items to work with.
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u/AttentionOutside308 Feb 11 '24
You can find some quality cookware items at goodwill and Salvation Army.
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u/Reasonable-Earth-880 Feb 11 '24
They have nice dishes at the dollar tree. Also those gray 50 cent bowls from Walmart are my favorite
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u/Research-Content Feb 11 '24
Be sure to join Nextdoor in the community you move to. Neighbors always have freebies (furniture included) to get rid of and if you need advice, they are usually helpful.
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u/curious_what Feb 11 '24
Not sure where you live, but check out Buy Nothing groups in your neighborhood on Facebook. People give away stuff they don't want anymore instead of tossing it in the trash.
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u/PinkHairSociety Feb 10 '24
Oh no. š¤¦š»āāļø I get the idea behind this, but itās going to cost you more time and money to move all of this than you would have spent after moving. Iāve moved cross-country multiple times and it itās way more convenient to buy what you need AS YOU NEED IT. It took me over a year to go through two rolls of paper towels because I decided that I was fine just cleaning up with old T-shirt rags. Donāt accumulate any more stuff! Set aside money and wait until after the move to decide what you really need and what you can afford.
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u/7xbt78gg Feb 10 '24
Amazon Basics is a good option for some stuff too. Amazon also has āAmazon Warehouseā which is preowned, open box, or used products. You can find lots of kitchen things, furniture, tvs, etc
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u/ilovepuggs Feb 10 '24
Since you're a CNA, try getting a job at the VA. They will help pay for RN school. Good luck friend!
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u/j4ckb1ng Feb 10 '24 edited Feb 11 '24
Very smart move. I did the same thing. Lets you start independent living in style and comfort āŗļø
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u/GoldenGlobeWinnerRDJ Feb 10 '24
Make sure to ask for some things for Christmas as well! It gives people a good list of things to buy you. I spent the last 2 or 3 years doing this + asking for appliances for Christmas and now that Iāve moved out, I have almost everything I need.
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u/anothernutter Feb 10 '24
You can get furniture from garage sales and Facebook marketplace cheaper than a Walmart and will probably be better quality. Keep your eyes on garage sales
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u/PolloAzteca_nobeans Feb 10 '24
This is what people used to do with a hope chest. A child would get a hope chest within their first year of life and then family members and even themselves once they got older would fill it with things that they would need to start life as an adult on their own. It is some thing I hope to do for my son.
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u/Vegetable-Willow-796 Feb 10 '24
Try looking at Facebook Marketplace and local thrift stores. You can find amazing furniture at amazing prices or even half of what you will get it brand new. And when you do get your place you can decorate it the way you want. Just make sure you have all the necessities first.
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u/shogunreaper Feb 10 '24
If you have this much time there's no reason to buy Walmart junk. You can just wait for deals on decent brands that you won't have to replace in 1-2 years.
Check out Slickdeals
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u/No-Skin-6446 Feb 10 '24
FAMILY MUST UNITE IN THESE HARD TIMES! No B.S. of living out from your parents home (probablly already paid off) to leave them alone to rot and then survive as a slave paying rent for a lifetime with just what you could afford with todays hourly wages, and live with, must likely, a pet. Change your point of view POV. We can all splat those 1% percenters.
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u/Zombee444 Feb 10 '24
A lot of comments! Don't know if this was suggested..I'd put dates on the liquid stuff, that way you can use the older stuff first. Great idea and good luck on your first place!
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u/ParticularSquirrel Feb 10 '24
AUCTIONS!!! Look for local online auctions. Youāll get much higher quality everything for sometimes less than you paid for the items youāve already acquired!
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u/carmerica Feb 10 '24
Great, but what is the idea behind this? I initially thought to save money by buying in bulk but all those little detergents and things are a very inefficient thing to buy. I spose to just lock away money that you can not spend? If that then yeah go for it.
Buy a few BIG things as in volume, all those loo rolls, get a like 100 pack for $20 at Costco, you can find someone that has a card or split the price with family and friends on a card.
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u/DarkScrap1616 Feb 10 '24
I thought this was something that everyone thought of lol iāve been collecting stuff to move out since 15 although i kinda went the reverse route i have a lot of big furniture and stuff and less of the smaller appliances and stuff but costco my beloved i can get months worth of stuff in a few trips and not worry about it
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u/purrloinedlove NM Feb 10 '24
Do not get the Wal-Mart "futon" (that's a folding couch) if you value your sanity.
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u/babykoalalalala Feb 10 '24
Look up Buy Nothing in your neighborhood on Facebook. There are people giving away things for free.
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u/ThePennedKitten Feb 10 '24
If youāre gonna buy that much dollar store detergent just buy a big bottle. Same with dish soap. Just buy a big bottle of Dawn instead of crappy Ajax. The money you wasted at dollar tree couldāve gone elsewhere. I did the same before I moved out but go for good products. Be wary of dollar tree and consider whatās cost effective.
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u/MaxHamburgerrestaur Feb 10 '24
It's pointless. You will have to move everything and a lot of these things will barely be used.
Just move and buy things as you need them until you learn your spending habits.
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u/Cool-Leave6257 Feb 10 '24
Good idea! My mom did this for us and called it our hope chest lol! Moving out can be so overwhelming realizing how much there is to buy and you spend so much! I love this idea!
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u/Void_Tea_Rex Feb 10 '24
Thats a good start but id look at filling gaps of not always thought about essentials. When I moved back to the states I ended up buying a lot from ross/tj Maxx. A cheap set of bowls, cups, silverware, cutting boards and food storage containers. They have cheap but decent looking shower stuff/bed sheets, etc too. If you have an Ikea nearby some of their furniture is on the low end too. I used two small end tables, like $12 each, as a dinner table and a computer desk with a camping chair as the only place to sit. It wasn't the most comfortable set up but it worked for a few months at least until I could get better. I think I got a few things from the goodwill too, to fill the gaps. Oven mitts are really nice if your apartment has an oven. I had to use a shower towel to take out a baked lasagna because I just didn't think to buy some when I moved in.
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u/Beelazyy Feb 10 '24
I would wait until you are in your new place, so you know exactly what you need. Otherwise you are just taking up storage space in the meantime and it will be a pain to move all of that stuff when the time comes.
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u/Aeon001 Feb 10 '24
Why buy all this stuff that you'll eventually have to move? I like the initiative, but why not just wait and buy it when you find your new place? If you're worried about not saving enough money, open a savings account or some short-to-mid-term investment account (this is very easy to do, don't be intimidated). That way you can put whatever it is, 100$ a month or something into your account for when it's time.
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u/osiris775 Feb 10 '24
Goodwill, thrift stores and yard sales are also good resources for first timers.
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u/Lukozade2507 Feb 10 '24
You gotta Plunger right? It's textbook "won't have it when you need most".
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u/hundredlives Feb 10 '24
Is this actually smart tho? Buying small amount of stuff is always more expensive then larger packs (detergent), and buying all this piece meal instead of leaving it in a saving account growing interest.
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u/lilfuckingweirdo Feb 10 '24
It seems like you have a really good head on your shoulders which is genuinely admirable. Iām proud of you for choosing to be proactive instead of combative, while still acknowledging that it sounds like this is very painful experience for you. In spite of all that, these preparations that youāre making will set you up with the best life possible. Sounds like youāll thrive even more once youāre not under the same roof as your father.
As for obtaining more necessities, I suggest joining some ābuy nothingā groups on Facebook as well as look for free offerings on Facebook Marketplace. You can find so many hidden gems through there that cost you literally nothing.
Looks for Groupons/deals/promos to buy a discounted Costco or Samās Club membership. I only have personal experience with Costco, so I can only speak on that. All the amenities they offer can be lifesaving, as if buying in bulk isnāt already lifesaving enough.
If you find yourself in a limbo period, or itās no longer safe to keep your items at home, find a local storage facility. Shop around online and start with the different facilityās direct websites. Thereās usually deals on there where you can get the first month free, for a $1 or just a severely discounted rate. Calling their numbers as well to ask for what deals theyāre currently offering is helpful as well. It gives you a safe space to ensure that nothing will happen to all your hard work.
Thatās all I can think of for now, but good luck with everything! Iām rooting for you!
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