Oh My Apartment

Just a few years ago, VoIP service (Voice over Internet Protocol) was groundbreaking technology. Now it’s something that many take for granted. Some don’t even know they can take advantage of this technology to pay less in phone bills and get better long-distance service. Here are some of the major advantages of a Voice over IP service as opposed to a landline phone or cell phone plan.

Cost Cutting

This is one of the biggest pros of VoIP service. Conventional means of…

Did you know that sms texting is one way to help manage your phone bill? We all know that going over minutes on a cell phone plan can be expensive and frustrating. A higher phone bill leads to increased taxes and ultimately an even bigger bill after all charges are added up. Alternating between both text messaging and phone calls can help you manage your bill and save money. Here are a couple of suggestions to consider when deciding to…

Utilities are a key component of your household budget. To keep your finances under control, it’s important to set aside money for recurrent expenses, like utilities.

Understanding Utilities Costs

Depending on location, and the terms of your lease, you may be responsible for different utilities. These may include:

• water
• electricity
• gas
• cable
• Internet

For all utilities, your lease will outline what you must pay for. Before signing a lease, carefully read the utilities clauses because they will help you to figure out whether you’re getting a good deal.…

The way to reduce your electricity bill is to reduce energy consumption in your apartment. You can cut down your next bill by at least 25% if you implement these 5 strategies to reduce your use of electricity. Here’s what you do:

1. Shut Off Your Lights

Many people know that you should shut off the lights when you’re not using them. However, they don’t actually do it all the time because it takes hard work to monitor and shut off all…