When living in a big city like Los Angeles, moving can make you focus solely on rent, but the money that leaks from your living expenses is often much larger.

Even though moving can be a hassle, if done right, you can save not just hundreds of dollars but potentially thousands.

Here are some effective money-saving tips that you can apply right away when moving.

The first tip is to sign up for new internet service. If you transfer your existing service, you will usually be treated as a "previous customer," which means you miss out on discounts. However, if you cancel and sign up for a new service at your new address, you can take advantage of promotional rates. For example, if you choose a plan that offers about $50 off per month, you could save around $1,200 over a two-year contract. It's definitely beneficial to cancel and sign up anew when moving.

The second tip is to check your electricity and gas rates. Companies like Southern California Edison and SoCalGas offer time-of-use (TOU) rates in addition to their basic plans. If you spend a lot of time at home, switching to a plan with lower daytime rates can save you about $20 to $40 a month. That adds up to over $300 in a year.

The third tip is to bundle your renters insurance. Many people sign up for new insurance when they move, and bundling it with your auto insurance can lead to discounts. Insurance companies like State Farm and GEICO often offer significant bundle discounts. You can save about $15 to $25 a month, which translates to around $200 to $300 annually.

The fourth tip is to schedule your move for a midweek day. Moving on weekends or at the end of the month is typically more expensive due to high demand. Conversely, scheduling your move for a Tuesday or Wednesday, or in the middle of the month, can often result in quotes that are 20% to 30% lower. In big cities, this can mean a difference of $200 to $500 for a single move.

The fifth tip is to organize your subscription services after changing your address. When you log in to update your address during a move, you may notice subscriptions you've forgotten about. Just cutting out 2 or 3 unnecessary subscriptions, like streaming services, meal delivery, or fitness apps, can save you $30 to $50 a month. That adds up to $400 to $600 in savings over a year.

If you view moving merely as an expense, it can always feel burdensome.

However, by taking care of new internet sign-ups, re-evaluating your plans, bundling insurance, adjusting your moving date, and organizing subscriptions, it's entirely possible to save over $2,000.

Remember that even small choices in a big city can lead to significant differences in living expenses over the years, so make sure to save when you move.