Love is in the air in Southern California this February, and you’re thinking about moving in with the one you love.
You’re not alone: Moving in together before marriage is more common than ever. The moving in before marriage statistics show that among U.S. adults under 45, 60% have lived with a significant other, while only half have been married.
What are the secrets to feathering a happy love nest in Los Angeles? Answer the following questions, and you’ll know what to expect when living with a partner:
- Are you in a good place financially? This is an unromantic start to the list, but practical thinking is key to success. Get a firm grasp on your financial situation, and start a discussion with your partner about budgeting. Who will buy groceries? Who will bring appliances and furniture? It’s best to settle such matters in advance. Be sure to decide how you’ll split moving costs. Get a free quote from Southern Cal Moving online.
- Are you moving to a neighborhood you both like? Maybe you’re moving away from family and friends for love. The Los Angeles metropolitan area is full of delightful neighborhoods. Work together to find one you can make your home.
- What’s your contingency plan? This is another unromantic topic, but it’s an important one when living with a boyfriend or girlfriend before marriage. There is a chance that the move-in won’t work out. Develop a plan for yourself, and for the two of you as a couple, laying out how you would handle a breakup. Agree up front how you would split property and debts.
- Do you share a vision? Don’t move for love unless the couple is headed toward the same destination. While there are financial advantages to living together, this move should be about the direction of the relationship. Do you consider this a step toward marriage? What about kids? These are questions you should answer before moving in.
- What is there for you to do in your new community? You will of course enjoy romantic meals at restaurants together, as well as movies on the couch. But you also should preserve your independent identities. Think about where you will spend your “alone time.” Whether it’s a coffee shop, bar or gym, you’ll need to find your own homes away from home.
Finding answers to these questions before you cohabitate will ensure you won’t regret moving for love. Is moving in together the right move? Your answers to these questions will tell you all you need to know this Valentine’s Day.
Once you’re sure you’re ready to move for love in Los Angeles, hire up a professional moving LA moving team from Southern Cal Moving & Storage. Call 951-520-8800 or visit us online for your free quote.
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