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What You Need to Know Before Moving to Memphis

How to Make Your Home in the City of Blues and Rock & Roll

By Liz JayPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
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Memphis Tennessee is more fondly known as the birthplace of Rock & Roll and the home of the blues. With its rich nightlife and its many job opportunities, more people are thinking about making the move to the musical city.

The birthplace of Elvis Presley

Did you know that Memphis is listed among the top 10 states for the cheapest rent in the US? You can find affordable apartments to rent in secure communities for $550. You can also find second chance properties with rentals from $750 and upwards.

Let’s take a closer look at the reasons to move to Memphis Tennessee and how you can prepare for success!

Find an Apartment to Rent

Finding an apartment to rent in Tennessee can be quite daunting if you aren’t sure where or how to start looking for one.

Apartments to rent are cheaper in Memphis

A great way to find a place to rent is to begin your search weeks before you plan on relocating. At least 2 to 3 months prior to relocating, you can use property sites, or you can contact a reputable estate agent to facilitate your search. Ask them about well known areas and where you can find rentals to suit your budget and your lifestyle.

Searching for apartments is made easier with the internet but without any knowledge of a city and what it has to offer, you could make a big mistake placing a deposit on an apartment in an area you don’t know.

Budget

Know your budget!

To help you create an affordable living plan, you need to know the cost of living. Memphis is also one of the cheapest cities to live in. You will find the general costs of food and daily living expenses are less than anywhere else in the US.

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Along with your rent, factor in the monthly costs for groceries, utilities (if not part of the rent), and medical or educational costs especially if you have a household to care for. When you can budget to cover these expenses, you can also determine how much you can save.

If your goal is to save for a house, you can find a cheap apartment to rent and you can put money away each month. With a careful assessment of your affordability, it becomes easier to live comfortably when you need to move.

Once Off Costs

Think of what it would cost to move all of your valuables, the security deposit, a possible rental deposit, and the expenses associated with moving into an apartment. These may be once-off costs but it can still put a damper on your budget.

When you are making a move across the state or to a new city, you need to have a financial plan. Write down what you will need to spend your money on to settle into your new apartment and then the monthly expenses according to your income.

Learn About the Community

One of the most important steps you can take to strengthen your connection to the community is to learn about the city, the area, and how you can get more involved.

Discover local events including community initiatives and partake in these to get to know people and make friends. It can also help you expand your network for both social and professional opportunities.

Research is Important

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Moving to Memphis can provide incredible opportunities but you need to do the research to live safely and successfully. Your budget and planning are crucial to being prepared for the costs and the transition that you’ll be facing. With some time, you can make Memphis your home and build some wonderful friendships and experiences along the way.

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