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In general, community amenities are extra features that are included in your apartment community. They are features that may or may not be available at other nearby apartments, but a lot of times, there’s something special that sets these features apart. The more amenities an apartment community can offer, the more desirable it will be…
Like most things in life, studio apartments have good aspects and bad. You may be on the fence about whether or not claustrophobia will kick in during month 3, or be convinced that you’ll have the time of your life living comfy and cozy. Wherever you see yourself living, it’s important to take in all…
Deciding on a roommate should involve more than just pairing with another individual who needs to save money on rent and utilities. You need to choose someone you are truly compatible with on many different levels. Here are some questions and issues you may not have thought to address before deciding to share a lease…
Not everyone is able to enter adulthood with a perfect financial track record. Life happens. Has your credit history taken a hit? You are certainly not alone. It’s a stressful situation to be in–that’s no doubt. But there are tips and tricks you can put into practice if you think that getting an apartment now–or…
By the time your lease renewal comes in the mail, you’ve probably already started thinking about whether or not you want to stick around your current place. Before you make any big decisions, though, be sure to think about some of these questions. What is the rental market like out there? The grass…
Are you a student living on your own? If so, then you surely have a ton of responsibilities to juggle. Classes. Research papers. Midterms and final exams. Extracurricular activities. Something that remotely resembles a social life. And work. Yikes! The good news is that it is totally possible to have it all. Achieving a little…
Living with a roommate can be an exciting new adventure, particularly for someone who has never done it before. While two people may have similar interests when it comes to hobbies, work or entertainment, it can be a completely different story when money is the topic at hand. It’s amazing how even the smallest of…
Moving in the summer just seems like the right thing to do. In fact, the time spanning May through August are peak moving months across the U.S. That’s primarily because school is out and it might be easier for parents to take time off work. But moving plans do not always work out so smoothly.…
Narrowing down a moving company to help with your transition is just a fraction of your ever-growing to-do list. Using professional movers is a great decision, but how can you make sure that decision doesn’t end up costing you in the long run? According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, a branch of the…
Throughout the length of your search for a new apartment, you probably are on the hunt for one main thing–a specific rent price or range. And while that is a great starting point, you need to be thinking beyond rent. Why? Because that is not the only expense you will be responsible for once you…