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Apartment Hunting: 5 Top Amenities for Students

Friday, June 4th, 2010

Students who are apartment hunting should search for apartments that will make their lives easier. As a student, you may not need the same apartment amenities as young professionals or small families, for example, so think about your lifestyle when searching. Besides convenience to your school and jobs, look for at least some of the following amenities in the apartments that you’re considering:

1. Apartment Complex Laundry

While an in-apartment washer and dryer may be the most convenient way to wash your…

Why Renters Insurance for College Students Is a Smart Move

Monday, April 12th, 2010

Paying for college is overwhelming if you don’t have scholarships to pay for full tuition. Renters insurance is a smart way to hold on to as much money as you can in order to pay for two, four or more years of higher education. Without it, you may have to pay to replace your belongings or defend yourself in court. That money could be put to better use on books, tuition and rent.

Landlord’s Insurance vs. Renters Insurance

You landlord has rental…

How to Live in Student Housing without Pulling Your Hair Out

Monday, March 29th, 2010

For a lot of college students, student housing is a whole lot of fun, but for others, it can present some specific challenges that can be really frustrating at times. Most college officials and others would admit that student housing systems are generally imperfect, and that it might take some creativity to make it through a bad dorm life situation. Here are some of the ways that students deal with problematic student housing situations without losing their cool, or worse,…

Moving Advice for the College Student

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

Some students may find themselves wishing they had received more moving advice, once they arrive in a new city for college. Saving money should be a priority, so here are some tips to help if you’re heading off to school soon.

1. Keep it Compact

You shouldn’t have to hire a moving company to carry everything you’ll need for college. A good rule of thumb is to fit everything you need into the vehicle you’ll be taking with you. If you’re moving…

How Important is it to Make a Packing List for a College Apartment?

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009

Making a packing list for a college apartment may seem like a waste of time, but it can actually help you to save money and time on your move.

Furniture

Dorms almost always come with a bed and a desk. Some people who reserve loft beds like to bring a small couch or chair to go under it. If you are renting an unfurnished apartment, stick with the essentials and add more later.

Items to bring (unless already provided):

  • Bed
  • Dining table (if in an apartment)
  • Desk
  • Couch

Bedroom/Home

Most…