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Moving out for the first time?
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Young adults list of items needed when moving out of parents’ home for the first time
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Documents
 
Living Room
 
Bedroom
 
Kitchen
 
Bathroom
 
Cleaning supplies

Documents

- Lease agreement - Renter's insurance - ID, social security card, etc. - Emergency contact list - Contact info for landlord
 
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Lease agreement
Free Residential Lease & Rental Agreements (US) - LawDepot
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Renters insurance
Renters Insurance – Quotes Starting at $4/month - Allstate
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Living Room

Couch or futon - Coffee table or side tables - TV + stand or wall mount - Lamps or lighting - Curtains/blinds (if not included) - Rug (optional, but cozy)
 
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Living room sets
Living Room Furniture Sets for Sale
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Bedroom

Bed frame + mattress - Sheets, comforter, pillows - Dresser or closet storage - Hangers - Nightstand - Alarm clock (or just your phone) - Laundry basket/hamper
 
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Bedroom set
Bedroom Sets You'll Love - Wayfair
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Kitchen

Pots & pans - Utensils (forks, knives, spoons) - Plates, bowls, cups - Cutting board - Knives - Measuring cups/spoons - Can opener & bottle opener Spatula, ladle, whisk - Dish soap, sponge, drying rack - Trash can + bags - Food storage conta...
 
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Pots and pans
Cookware Sets: Pots & Pans Sets | Calphalon
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Dishes
Dinnerware Sets - Fiesta Factory Direct
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Glasses
Modern Drinking Glasses and Tumblers | Crate & Barrel
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Kitchen cleaner
Kitchen Cleaner
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Bathroom

Shower curtain + rings (if needed) - Bath towels, hand towels, washcloths - Bath mat - Toilet brush & cleaner - Toilet paper - Plunger - Toothbrush holder, soap dish, etc. - Toiletries (shampoo, soap, razor, etc.)
 
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Bathroom sets
Bathroom Accessory Sets - Bed Bath & Beyond
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Towels and wash cloths
Amazon.com: Bath Towels, Wash Cloth, Hand Towels
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Cleaning supplies

Broom & dustpan - Mop or Swiffer - Vacuum (especially if carpeted) - All-purpose cleaner - Disinfectant wipes - Sponges, rags - Laundry detergent - Stain remover - Paper towels
 
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Bathroom cleaning
Bathroom Cleaning Supplies in Household Essentials - Walmart.com
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Lysol
Disinfectant Sprays | Lysol US
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Other items

Tool kit (screwdriver, hammer, tape measure) - Light bulbs - Extension cords + power strips - Batteries - Fire extinguisher (if not already there) - First aid kit - Wi-Fi router - Office supplies (pens, tape, scissors) - Wall hooks or Command strips
 
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Tools
Tools - The Home Depot
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Add ons

Coffee maker - Air fryer - Fan or space heater (depending on the season) - Wall decor/art - Mirror - Storage bins or shelves
 
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Coffee maker
10 Best Coffee Makers, According to Lab and Taste Testing
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Air Fryer
Air Fryer
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