Is it worth paying overlapping rent to move before an Aggie grad’s first job starts?

Quick answer

Sometimes yes. Grant generally prefers a recent grad to be moved into the new city roughly two weeks before work begins when the budget and lease timing allow it. A short overlap can buy time to move calmly, clean the old place, furnish the new apartment, test the commute and establish routines before onboarding. Do not chase zero overlap if it makes the entire transition unnecessarily stressful.

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