The Ultimate First Apartment Checklist & Budget Guide
June 22, 2026
Quick Answer: To move into your first apartment, you should ideally save three times your monthly rent. Your checklist should include setting up utilities 14
What makes Nelson Markesbary Moving & Storage stand out from other movers in Northern Kentucky? Our 50,000-square-foot warehouse for indoor storage. We also have secure, on-site vehicle storage that keeps your car, truck, or RV safe.
Store your items securely in our 50,000-square-foot warehouse. Our facility is perfect if you have too much to move right away, are in transition from one self-storage facility to another, or just need a little extra time when you’re moving.
We have several slots behind our business location to store your vehicle, including an RV during off-season times, extra vehicles during your move, and an executive fleet as you transition in between corporate locations. Contact us for more information about our secure vehicle storage!
Nelson Markesbery Moving & Storage wants you to have the smoothest move possible. Read our blog for some tips and tricks for your in-town, long-distance, residential, commercial, or specialized move. We also have storage tips!
Quick Answer: To move into your first apartment, you should ideally save three times your monthly rent. Your checklist should include setting up utilities 14
Moving high-value items like pianos and grandfather clocks requires specialized training, custom crating, and proper transport techniques. For instance, grandfather clocks should never be moved
In 2026, hidden moving costs typically include long-carry fees, stair charges, and fuel surcharges that aren’t in the initial quote. Driven by a 3–4% annual
