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Unless you will be living in campus housing (dorms or university provided apartments), which is typically furnished, you will probably need to pick up a few items for your new home. There are many options available to you, although they vary greatly in terms of cost and convenience.
Chain Household Furnishing Stores, $$$, Effort: Easy National Examples: Target, World Market, Bed, Bath, & Beyond, Ikea Local East Bay Examples: N/A Pros: These stores often have delivery options available. Also, they have a wide selection, so you will definitely have choices. Cons: They are more expensive than other options. Second-hand Stores, $, Effort: Moderate National Examples: Goodwill, Salvation Army Local East Bay Examples: Out of the Closet Pros: These stores usually have affordable, sturdy furniture. Cons: You’ll need to transport the items yourself. Also, items may look a little dated. Yard Sales, $, Effort: Difficult National Examples: N/A Local East Bay Examples: Yard sales are usually advertised on the street. Keep an eye out for signs when you are walking around your neighborhood. You’ll see the most in spring or summer. Pros: Yard sales are usually very cheap! Cons: They are also hit-and-miss. Online Social Networking Sites, $$, Effort: Moderate National Examples: Craigslist, Facebook, Twitter Local East Bay Examples: NextDoor Pros: Neighbors can post items they want to get rid of. You might have more wiggle-room if you want to barter. Cons: You should be cautious about safety during pick-ups and drop-offs. Here are the answers from last week’s post. How did you do?
Most visitors to the United States need to go through an airport. You can use our free e-book, 100 Words for Visitors to the U.S., to fill in the blanks in these sentences.
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