Like many students on college campuses I do not live in the state, so I have the huge struggle of figuring out how to take all my stuff home. Not only did I not travel light when I was coming to school, but I bought so much stuff while I was here. I've recently been figuring out how I am going to take all my things home and here is what I've come up with.
1. Start early
The earlier you start thinking about how you are going to get everything out of your dorm the easier it will be for you later down the road.
2. If you can take things that you don't need back early
I know this probably doesn't help at the end of the year. But, if you happen upon this article before the end of the year I really recommend taking a few things each time you visit home.
3. Donate clothing that you won't wear anymore to places like Goodwill
It is good to donate your cloth plus coming to college I realized there are actually tons of cloth I have that I never wear.
4. Have friends who are staying hold the bigger items
My friend is going to be keeping my bike in her garage over the summer. There are just some big items that can't go home with you and aren't worth getting a whole storage unit. Asking a friend to keep them for you can be the simplest option.
5. School storage can be extra pricey so look for alternatives
At my school, there are many options for storage units but those provided by the school are often very expensive, so my friends and I did our own research and found ones that were much cheaper.
6. Share a storage locker with an out of state friend
Most storage lockers have a flat rate that you must spend to store stuff with them, but I found that the space I was getting was bigger than what I needed for just my stuff. Splitting the fee with a friend is a nice way to save money.
7. If you can take everything home do it
It might not seem fun to lug all your belongings back home with you, but if you can I'd say to do it. It saves you money because you don't have to pay for storage, and also it is nice to move back into your home and know that if you do need something all your things are with you.
8. Pack your clothing first
I pack my cloth first because I have to take my cloth, so I need to know how much space they take up and if they cant fit in other containers. The only way for me to get a clear picture is if I fold them all first.
9. Disinfecting wipes can get out most stains (oxi clean are the best)
At my school, they inspect the rooms for stains and just any damage to the property. I don't know how serious this will be, but to get out any slight discoloration on my walls I used disinfecting wipes.
10. A checked bag can be a box (doesn't have to be a suitcase)
If you get just a cardboard box at home depot, It can be used as a checked bag and it holds more stuff
11. Recruit family to come help you
That's what family is for!!!
