Budget Archives - College Rentals

3 Keys to Enjoying Apartment Living on a Budget

July 7, 2016

The lack of a budget makes apartment living expensive and the expense of college living can lead to stress. If only someone had told you how expensive it’s to have your own apartment or maybe you should have listened when they did, perhaps you would have been more prepared for this moment. Once you’re all…

Making the Switch to Off-Campus Housing

September 28, 2015

College Rentals

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Sure, living in a dorm is a major part of the college experience. After a semester, however, the lack of privacy, the small spaces, the constant interaction with hall-mates, the parking situation … well, the list goes on and on. Off-campus housing is yet another major step into accepting the many responsibilities involved in your…

Decorating Tips: Furnishing and Decorating on a Budget

August 3, 2015

College Rentals

You finally found the perfect apartment and are all set to move in. You have the list of must-haves that you compiled with your new roommate. Unfortunately, sometime the list of things you really want exceeds the things you can actually afford. Utilizing the following decorating tips, you will be able to decorate your apartment to…

Teaching your Child About Student Finances

July 17, 2015

College Rentals

As your teenage children get ready for their time in college, money matters will be a constant subject. Teaching your children about student finances and how it will influence their college experience will allow you to foster transparency, as well as act as a gateway to teaching your children about the power of the dollar. Here…

College Apartment Decorating: Make it Yours

May 13, 2015

College Rentals

When the time comes to decorate your college apartment, you may find yourself wandering the aisles of your local home decor stores, wondering how on earth you’re ever going to create anything that looks like what they have. You don’t have an unlimited budget, especially if your parents aren’t helping you pay for it; and…

Decorating your Student Apartment on a Budget

April 10, 2015

College Rentals

Spending the time on decorating your student apartment will enable you to truly make your college living environment your own space. Textbooks. Food. Rent. Transportation. With all of the expenses that new college students face, decorating an apartment might not be at the top of the to-do list. Most people would agree, that transforming your…

5 Tips to Help you Find the Best Student Apartment

April 4, 2015

College Rentals

Many students choose to live in university housing their first year. However, once you’re used to your daily routine, you can move off-campus and get a student apartment. One of the benefits of moving off-campus, is that you’ll get more space for the same price or less. Usually, on-campus housing is much more cramped. Unless you’re willing to…