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Summer Semester Motivation

May 4, 2017

With the spring season, comes the notion of spring cleaning, but another common theme among college students is to become lethargic during the warm weather. Summer motivation can be even more difficult to acquire, but it’s possible if you put your mind to it. It’s all too common, when Spring comes, to suddenly feel like the last…

7 Tips for Saving Money and Eating Well as a College Student

April 27, 2017

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Saving money and eating well are not opposite concepts. It’s truly possible to eat nutritionally balanced meals while saving money during college. As a college student, it’s easy to get in the habit of eating whatever is convenient and inexpensive. For some college students, this means Raman noodles and other food that can be prepared…

A Guide for Compromise: 3 Methods for Dealing with Loud Neighbors

March 21, 2017

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The need to study versus the desire to party amongst loud neighbors is age-old battle of apartment living. A little noise is to be expected among those living away from home for the first time, but if your neighbors are being continually inconsiderate, there are legal steps you can take to remedy the situation. 1)…

3 Keys for Determining Apartment-Appropriate Pets

March 14, 2017

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Pets are wonderful companions, but first you need to decide which apartment-appropriate pets are indeed a good fit in your new home. You’ve just moved into your new apartment! You’re very excited to begin living there. You’re also very excited to have a pet – kitten, dog, even a canary. Whoa. Before bringing your pet to…

Shared Living Spaces – Organizing the Refrigerator

January 20, 2017

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Finding ways to organize shared living spaces is essential for creating a comfortable environment for all roommates. One of the most common shared living spaces is the refrigerator. A lot of your time at home is spent in the kitchen, not to mention all the energy and money that goes into stocking the refrigerator and…

4 Cost-Saving Tips for Saving Space in a Small Room

January 11, 2017

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Living in a small room is almost inevitable when you begin college. Sometimes apartment living can be cramped—especially when living with a roommate—and dorm rooms are even smaller. Nevertheless, you will have your own space, so working with a small space isn’t really so bad. After all, there are plenty of ways you can save…

Inexpensive Gifts With a Lot of Meaning

December 8, 2016

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The inexpensive gift of giving back to your community is the perfect Christmas gift, which is guaranteed to make your heart grow two sizes. The end of the fall semester draws near, which means Christmas is right around the corner. Christmas brings along the stress of trying to locate and buy the perfect gifts for…

Dollar Store Decorating for College Students

October 25, 2016

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The dollar store can be a haven for cheap, yet creative decorating ideas. Moving into your first apartment is an exciting prospect. Usually your first apartment comes at a time when your budget is already stretched to the limit. With a limited budget you still want to decorate and equip your apartment so that it’s…

Terrible Neighbors? Suck It Up! Apartment Living Advice For The Serious Resident

October 20, 2016

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Dealing with terrible neighbors is a common occurrence that will get easier by following basic guidelines. Good apartment living advice is hard to come by since no two living situations are identical, and what works for one person may not necessarily be what works for the next. Apartment living has its drawbacks, but it holds potential for some…

Security Deposit Retrieval 101

October 11, 2016

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At some point or another, your time at an apartment will end and the steps you take over the course of your stay will determine whether you get your security deposit back or not. If you abide by a few simple rules, then you should have little trouble in getting your security deposit back. Here…

Steps for Getting your Security Deposit Back

September 19, 2016

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Whether it’s your first apartment or your tenth, it’s important to review the terms of your lease, especially when it comes to keeping your security deposit. Landlords typically request that tenants present first, last, and an additional month’s rent at the time of signing the lease. This is usually a pretty huge chunk of change–even…

Party Hosting Guidelines for Accomodating Guests and Neighbors

September 6, 2016

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When it comes to setting party hosting guidelines, not only do you need to consider the enjoyment of the guests, but also the comfort of your neighbors. One of the great things about having your own space is the opportunity to entertain your friends whenever you want. However, when living in an apartment, there are definitely…