<prompt> Human: As part of the package for my new job, I was given 5k for relocation. Being a new grad, I dont have much to bring with me - everything I needed I brought with me in my suitcases on the plane, so no shipping costs. Ill be using 1.5k on my first months rent, and probably around 500 on things like linens, towels, basic furniture.nbsp;That still leaves me with somewhere around 3k. I can spend it on anything to do with housing kitchen basics, furniture. Im going to see if I can spend it on a nice bike 800, but other than that, Im not sure how I should use it. I figure this is a good chance to buy some higher quality products that will last me a while. At the same time, I definitely dont want clutter. Does anyone have any suggestions? nbsp;NOTE: I unfortunately cannot get the money in cash, invest it, save it, or spend it on something completely unrelated to relocation. So: Cast iron cookware yes. Car payment probably. StocksBonds nope.  <response>: If you cant invest or save it as cash, the best thing you can do once you get your rent security deposit travel taken care of is to invest in some long-lasting quality home goods. Im talking a nice bed with a quality mattress; I mean you spend 8 hours a day on it, might as well make it nice. If you dont have a washerdryer at the new place, that would be my next stop. You can get a decent set from Lowes for 800-900. You dont need top-of-the-line here, but spending money now means you wont have to replace it 2-3 years down the road. A good set of kitchenware; pots, pans, knives, silverware, and plates. The plates and silverware can be cheap, but its always nice to have a good set of knives and pots. Lastly, a couch, desk, TV stand, TV, and some nightstands or side tables should take care of the rest. I also bought a kitchen table on my first relocation bonus, but I honestly use it more for storage than anything. 