The biggest question that you are going to need to ask yourself when it comes to moving into a new apartment is how to keep the costs down. No matter how early in the process you start planning the move and how well you are able to stick with a budget, you may find that the whole process of moving is going to get expensive. From hiring the movers, finding the packing supplies, and all the fees that the landlord is going to require just for you to move in, you may be ready to  just throw up your hands and never move again.

The good news is that there are a few steps that you can take that will help you to prepare for some of these expenses and even help you to limit how bad they get in terms of costs. You will need to have some planning and maybe do more of the work yourself, but it can keep the moving expenses to a minimum. Some of the ways to reduce moving costs for a new apartment include:

# Move only the items that you absolutely need to have with you in the new apartment. If you take a lot of other items along with you, this is just going to increase the amount that you have to pay in movers and packing supplies. Take the time to sell some of the items, which will mean fewer expenses when moving and even some more money to use during the move.

# Find an affordable company for moving. This is why you need to get bids from more than one company at a time. It will help you find the best rates while still getting a reputable company who will take care of all your items and make sure that you are safe. It may take some time, but it can save you a lot of money.

# Try to do the packing yourself: Then you won’t have to hire the professionals to come in and do the packing for you, which can save a ton of money as well. See if you can find some affordable packing supplies to help too.

Moving can be expensive, especially if you want to bring along your furry friend with you to the new place. If you are looking for  pet-friendly apartments in San Francisco that will not break the bank, then it is time to come check out some of our units and see if they are just right for you. We are confident that you and your furry friend are going to fall in love with the space and the great community all in one. Contact us today to schedule your showing.