{"id":5544,"date":"2024-05-15T11:22:22","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T15:22:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/reslife\/?page_id=5544"},"modified":"2026-01-12T09:53:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T14:53:32","slug":"before-you-move-in","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/reslife\/https-www-monmouth-edu-reslife-guide-to-off-campus-living-monmouth-county\/before-you-move-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Before you Move in"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You have found the right place to live, you\u2019ve signed your lease and paid a hefty deposit&#8230; how do you move in and make sure you get your deposit back?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing to do is make an appointment with management or the landlord for a date and time to pick up your keys. This is very important because you don\u2019t want to show up and no one is available to give you your keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve gotten your keys, follow the checklist below. It will help you to have a smooth move-in and help you when it\u2019s time to move out to get your deposit back.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"movein-checklist\">Move-In Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"dash wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take pictures of the apartment before you move in. This will verify any damages present upon moving in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete a thorough written inventory of the apartment\u2019s condition and have the landlord sign the inventory. This helps protect you from the landlord claiming you caused pre-existing damage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try to figure out a time that you and your roommates can move in together. This helps when making decisions about furniture or storage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not leave your doors unlocked in your car or apartment. This is prime time for theft. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take your time and remember to stay hydrated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be careful \u2013 don\u2019t put the table leg through the wall. Damages cost you money. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enlist the help of friends or family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring some cleaning products with you to clean the kitchen or bathroom before putting your belongings away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out from your landlord or management the proper place to dispose of boxes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t forget to return that rental truck on time or you could have to pay for another day. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you park legally when moving in and out to avoid tickets or towing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You don\u2019t have to unpack in one day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unpack one room at a time to avoid confusion and clutter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introduce yourself to your neighbors. Exchange contact information for any issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get to know the area. This is the best way to help you become aware of your surroundings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out where the closest supermarket, gas station, or restaurant is located \u2013 these are great questions to ask your new neighbors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have fun getting to know your community and the people who are living next door.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You have found the right place to live, you\u2019ve signed your lease and paid a hefty deposit&#8230; how do you move in and make sure you get your deposit back? The first thing to do is make an appointment with management or the landlord for a date and time to pick up your keys. 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