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Make Luxury Apartment Living Possible

Staff Writer

 · Aug 26, 2010

A luxury apartment very rarely offers its inhabitant an inexpensive lifestyle. Because of the amenities, upgrades and other comforts, rents on such extravagant apartments are often much higher. Add to this community, parking and other fees, and your luxury apartment can easily become unaffordable. Fortunately, there are several ways you can cut costs to make […]

Energy saving devices cost money, but they save you money in the long run. They are worth the investment, even if it means making sacrifices to have the money to buy them.  Your utility payments is probably the third highest spending category, after rent and groceries. Unless your landlord includes it in your rent payment, […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 25, 2010

When looking for an apartment, considering whether or not an in-unit apartment laundry is worth the trouble is an important decision. Compare the advantages to disadvantages of having an in-unit laundry before you decide. Additional Cost: Raises Rent With little exception, an in-unit apartment laundry drives up the cost of monthly rent for an apartment. […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 23, 2010

Saving energy becomes a top priority during months of extreme weather, as cranking up your air conditioner in the summer or heating unit in the winter can lead to an expensive utility bill. Fortunately, during the summer months there are numerous measures you can take to stay cool while saving energy—and cash. Start Simple: Close […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Aug 18, 2010

College students looking for energy saving ideas will find that even cutting back in minor ways can add up quickly to savings on their utility bills or at least a reduced negative impact on the environment. Any of the following ideas can help you cut back on energy consumption in your apartment: Get a Retractable […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 11, 2010

Stocking up on blankets is key to your plans for energy efficient heating. It’s not the entire solution to reducing your energy costs, but it can make a difference in your utility bills. When you’re moving to a new apartment, and need to reduce your moving load, you may think that it’s best to get […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 6, 2010

Wintertime is the best season to try to save on electricity. Anything in your apartment with a heating element that uses electricity will make your electric bill high. You tend to use those more during the winter months, especially your heater. There are ways to reduce your energy use and lower your electric bills when […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 2, 2010

Lower energy costs not only mean more money in your wallet but also a healthier environment. It is quite simple to reduce the amount of energy you use when cooking. Below are some tips to include in your cooking routine to make your energy use while doing so more efficient. Plan Ahead Planning your meals […]

Staff Writer

 · Jul 19, 2010

Many people are trying to find ways to conserve electricity. With electricity costs continuing to rise, more and more renters are trying not to waste it. However, there are many appliances that we use in our everyday lives that waste electricity. Here are five easy ways you can start saving. 1. Unplug Appliances and Turn […]

Staff Writer

 · Jul 12, 2010

Glass window film can be effective for saving energy, and reducing your monthly utility bills. It’s a replacement for the old fashion method of taping aluminum foil to cardboard and then placing them on your windows to block out sunlight. Window film makes it easy to reduce the amount of sunlight entering your apartment during the […]

Staff Writer

 · Jul 7, 2010