Posts Tagged ‘Saving Money’

Cozy maximalist apartment space feels fun and alive without feeling too chaotic.

6 Budget-Friendly Tips to Create a Maximalist Apartment

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Maximalism is the design equivalent of “going big or going home,” characterized by loud colors, unique patterns, and a mixture of textures worked into a space through clever layering and repetition. Minimalism will always have its place in contemporary decor, but the bold styles of maximalist design continue to win the hearts of renters everywhere. […] read more

Every good pantry is stocked with at least a little rice.

Pantry Staples for Easy Weeknight Meals

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We’ve all been there after a long, hard day at work: the sudden realization that there’s nothing planned for dinner. read more

Young woman reads through helpful moving tips on her phone to take the stress out of her move.

7 Tips to Save Money on Moving

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Nowadays, renters can expect to spend anywhere between $1,000 and $3,000 on a move. Yikes! read more

Young man researches home essentials as he prepares to settle in to his first apartment.

7 Home Essentials Every First-Time Renter Needs

Moving into your first apartment is always exciting, but it also comes with a little work. read more

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2020 Holiday Trends to Help You Get a Jump on Gift Giving

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Shopping for holiday gifts will be a little different this year than it has in the past, with the impact of the novel coronavirus still yet to be fully determined. read more

Fast Food Your Mainstay? Healthy Homemade Meals for Tiny Kitchens

If you’re like many apartment dwellers, your kitchen is just about big enough to accommodate yourself and one other person. When the two of you get together to whip up a gourmet storm, you constantly have to interrupt your chopping or dicing to move aside for the other person to pass by or open the […] read more

Save Money on Utilities

9 Ways Renters Can Cut Utility Costs

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Some renters are lucky enough to find a place that includes utilities in the price of their rent. I was one of those fortunate ones for both my first and second apartments, but when I moved into a townhouse just this year, I suddenly had to pay for gas, energy, and water on top of […] read more

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Breaking Down the Average Utility Costs Per Month: What’s Normal?

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When it comes to renting an apartment, one of the most easily overlooked aspects of budgeting is the extent to which your utility bills can range in cost. There are many factors that affect the price you pay for utilities, including the number of people in your apartment, whether or not the building offers gas […] read more

Asking Questions

Ask These Questions Before Signing Your Lease to Save Money and the Environment

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When shopping for your dream apartment, creating a budget is a critical step. Usually, all of us know exactly how much we are able to pay in rent each month, so we look for a place that fits nicely within that price range. After moving in, however, we realize that rent is far from the […] read more