How much money should I save before moving to a different state?

I am 18 years old and currently living in Indiana with my mom and her boyfriend. My boyfriend lived in Wisconsin and so I was planning on moving to Milwaukee with him and eventually going to school there. We'll both be moving into the city without jobs right away but should have one within a month.





I currently have bills that total to about 400 dollars a month.





As far as moving expenses, there will be none other than gas as I will be having family help me move everything.





What do you think would be an appropriate amount of money to be saved considering the circumstances?

How much money should I save before moving to a different state?
You will need at least first, last months rent and maybe enough for a security deposit. That could be anywhere from 1400 to 2100 dollars. Turning on your utilities usually has a charge as well so save about a 100 for that. I would also suggest saving the 400 that you will need to your already existing bills plus another 200 for food and miscellaneous items. I am assuming that your boyfriend will split the apartment costs with you evenly so you need $1,100 each for the apartment and an additional $600 on your part for your food and outstanding bills. I would aim for about $2000 in case it takes longer to find a job or at least so you can guarantee paying your second month of rent if you had just gotten a job when rent was due. Good Luck!
Reply:AT A MINIMUM, ensure that you check out the moving companies as thoroughly as you would a company hiring an employee. Check out their references, licensing, and insurance.





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Reply:it depends what kind of home are u living in. like an appartment or a hundred thounsand dallar home. that's the first step. good luck!