Budgeting

Over the years we have seen technology transform lives. Long gone are the days where cell phones are the latest trends; now it’s which Smartphone and/or tablet are you packing? We are also noticing that technology is transforming stereotypes of what it can do for us.  Social media gives us the ability to connect with […]

Half of first marriages in the U.S. end in divorce[9], and money is the number one reason.[10] Coupon and discounts only go so far, so to face more money (and possibly your marriage) consider getting a little creative. Have Your Wedding Sponsored[3] A wedding costs $20,000 on average. Why not get creative to save cash? […]

Originally posted on Allstate.org. See original post here.  The West has earthquakes, the East has hurricanes and right smack in the middle is the infamous Tornado Alley. So what can you do about disaster preparedness when you’re living in a 700-square-foot apartment? Obviously, preparation for each natural disaster is a little different, but one thing […]

When moving into a new apartment there is always that question, “What do I need to buy?” You can’t spend too much because you just paid your down payment and your list of needs is long.  Although you want to stay within budget, there are some things that are splurge-worthy.  Instead of that expensive TV, […]

Furnishing an apartment on a budget is hard enough-shouldn’t decorating it be simple? How about decorating your apartment with items you find around your home? Do you have shoe boxes lying around? Cover the lids with fabric and hang them on your walls. This is a simple way to add pizzazz to any room for […]

  Packing up boxes and removing all those pictures from the wall that represent your memories can make a huge impact upon your life. In fact, moving is known to be one of life’s most stressful experiences. [1] Even if you can afford movers, it can be difficult on you — both emotionally and physically. […]

College is full of studying, going to class, preparing for class, running to campus, and a whole mess of other important responsibilities.  So where do we fit in thinking about food?  Usually it’s fast food, a quick bite, or some frozen Hot Pocket that you don’t even like, all because it’s affordable and fast.  However, […]

I myself will be facing the impending graduation date this December.  I think the most intimidating thing about being done with your college career is what’s to come after that traditional hat toss…  The job search.  These days, getting a job seems to be next to impossible.  I know I have a lot of questions […]

Having a hard time deciding what kind of pet is best for your living situation?  Here are some pros and cons of pets to help you decide what fits you!   The Dog: Good:  Energetic, loving, playful, attention-loving and will give you more attention than any other pet. Bad:  A lot of time and effort […]

Moving into your first apartment as a college student can be intimidating.  What do you need? What can you afford? What can you not live without? What’s reasonable for such temporary housing? These are just a few of the questions you may be asking yourself. The truth is, living in a college apartment is the […]

Alright, you did it. You got that diploma and are finally done with that college degree…. Now what?  Now, the real world is knocking on your door, quite literally. It’s time to head into that 9-5 job force.  While some students may be heading back to their parents for a little more support, most new […]

Finals are right around the corner for college students, which means resident advisers’ will soon be going from dorm room to dorm room issuing move-out dates. Some students will return home for the summer, while a vast majority will be on the hunt for an apartment.  For those students, now is the time to begin weighing all […]

One of the first steps in financing an apartment is saving money for the security deposit, application fee (if there is one) and the first month’s rent. Although the total cost of this can vary, if you are looking to get a place, these things will be necessary steps prior to beginning the hunt for […]

Natural gas energy savings aren’t only available to those who own a home. Knowing a few things about how to reduce this energy expense can be a benefit to anyone renting an apartment as well. Here are some terrific tips that are pretty easy to employ:Lower the thermostat setting when you are home and put […]

What are simple ways to save some money when I’m living on my own? Once you are in an apartment, you’ll want to make sure you are able to make your rent and pay your utilities each month. To do this, you may have to scale back on a few things, or come up with […]