Step 1

GOAL: FIND AN APARTMENT OR CONDO AND FURNISH IT

• You have a job with a salary of $30,000 a year after taxes ($1,250 every two weeks and $2,500 every month) You are starting this hypothetical scenario with an additional $2,500 dollars in savings. Your parents have kicked you out of their house and you now must start a new life for yourself. Today's mission:
• Find an apartment, figure out rent, and budget it into your monthly income
• Furnish your apartment. It already comes with washer/dryer, refrigerator, and a stove. You will have to buy everything else. I don't care if your apartment already comes furnished you will be buying all new items.
  • Budget in a security deposit - research how much it is for your residency
  • Renter's insurance optional (proceed at your own risk if you get robbed your S.O.L.)
  • You need to buy the following:
    • A bed
    • kitchen supplies - 4 of everything (plates, cups, pots, and pans)
    • Dresser, couch, and any other furniture items.
    • Measuring cups, microwave, an appliance (toaster? sandwich maker?), silverware
    • Toiletries - shower curtain, soap, towel, shampoo, razors, toilet paper

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First Apartment Checklist

Overstock.com - good for furniture and furnishings