You may be looking forward to moving in together, but both of you will probably have to do some type of adjusting. Moving in together is more than moving boxes into a new space--it involves blending to lives together. Here are some tips for moving in together.

Decor

Does he have the typical bachelor pad furniture that's all black? Is her style a little too eclectic for your own taste? Figuring out how to combine different styles in order to make a comfortable space for both of you is part of the moving-in process. If you're lucky enough to have similar tastes in most things, you may not have to deal with this problem as much. However if you're not so lucky, you'll have to figure out how to deal. You could buy some new pieces together, so it feels like you're starting your lives as a couple. You will have to compromise where things go and what things you put into storage. You can also find certain accessories and furniture you both really like and build on that.

Chores

Everybody likes things done a certain way, which includes cleaning. What you think is clean enough may not be clean enough for your partner. If you're not happy with your partner's cleaning attempts, you probably don't want to scold your partner. You could suggest a better way of doing it in a polite tone of voice, but before you start critiquing your partner, you should show your partner that you appreciate him or her for trying. By showing your appreciation, he or she may not become resentful when you tell him or her how you're unsatisfied. If your partner continues doing a poor job, you could trade chores. As for cooking, you can take turns cooking or cook together. When it comes to chores, neither party wants to feel like they're being used by the other. Work as a team because you are a team, and it's your place together.

Bills

You may want to make a list of the bills that both of you will have for your new place, then divide them. By dividing them (hopefully equally), you may avoid arguments who needs to pay what. Establishing these decisions early may also help you and your partner understand your financial situation better. Bills are a reality so try not to avoid handling this situation. If the cost of certain bills makes you uncomfortable, you should talk to your partner sooner rather than later. Try not to accuse your partner of causing the extra expenditure instead work together to find a solution. Accusations won't solve the problem, but solutions can.

Although there are these things to take care of, try to remember why you wanted to move in together: you were happy and in love. Handle these details, so you can spend more time enjoying this new chapter in your relationship.