What Is Move-in Cost?
Total upfront cost when moving into a new rental apartment.
Definition
Move-in cost refers to all expenses paid when starting a new rental, including security deposit, first month rent, agency fee, furniture, internet setup, cleaning and any other upfront costs. It is typically much higher than subsequent monthly costs and needs to be budgeted separately.
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