Posts Tagged ‘Student Living’

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…

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,…

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…

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…