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What Millennial Renters Want

June 1, 2018

The National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) reports that there are currently 9.5 million tenants in the U.S. under the age of 30. The ratio is going to be much higher if your property is located in a city where there is at least one major university. The younger generation has greater demands, so how…

Off-Campus IS the College Experience

May 15, 2018

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Freshmen college students frequently spend their first year living on campus in search of the “college experience” without really understanding what that means. Here are just a few reasons why life is better in an off-campus apartment: Monies Think you’re getting all of your food and utilities paid for you? Think again. Most…

3 Keys to Escaping a Roommate Nightmare

June 2, 2017

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A roommate nightmare is a situation that any college student can encounter. Understanding how to properly approach a 3rd party when difficult situations occur is crucial to solving a major roommate problem. Every college grad has a “roommate horror story” tales of mountains of dirty dishes piled high in the tub or the ‘third roommate’ who moves…

The Za Effect

March 28, 2016

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The Many Benefits of the College Apartment Lifestyle

February 23, 2016

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Spring Freedom: When You’re Stuck at Your Apartment

February 22, 2016

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There’s going to come a time when spring break doesn’t live up to your previous years’ expectations. Whether it be money, work or – more often than you’d imagine – both, there will come a time when spring break arrives and you can’t participate. Nothing will match the wind-blown, sun-drenched beach fun you may have exhausted…

Stay Organized in Your College Apartment!

January 26, 2016

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Do you have trouble staying organized in your college apartment? Watch this video for some awesome tips on how to stay organized using an agenda! Here are some of our tips on how to stay organized in your apartment and for class: Color code your notebooks for your different classes. Example: Red notebook for Biology,…

Are you the Worst Type of Roommate in Your College Apartment?

January 14, 2016

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Have you ever wondered if you are the worst type of roommate? Check out this awesome and hilarious video to see for yourself! Most of us have had at least one bad roommate in our life. They steal their food, they bring unwanted guests over at terrible times, and they never shut the lights off…

Your Roommate’s Myers-Briggs Personality Type

December 30, 2015

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Every college apartment has its own eclectic mix of personalities, but understanding that mashup can help you navigate the precarious world of shared living space with aplomb. Look no further than Myers-Briggs Personality typing, which we’re pretty certain you’ve heard of if you clicked on this link. This personality assessment tool is so popular that it’s…

New Year’s Eve Party Decorations for Your College Apartment

December 29, 2015

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Do you plan on hosting a New Year’s Eve party at your college apartment? If so, check out this awesome video for some DIY decorations that are easy to do! These decorations will definitely spruce up your apartment and create the perfect New Year’s party atmosphere. Since New Year’s Eve is only in a few…

Parents: Can College Funds Go Towards Off-Campus Housing?

December 28, 2015

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Housing is an important part of planning for college costs. Therefore, the question of how parents can use college funds for off-campus housing is an important one. Parents who are saving for their child’s college education can definitely use tax-advantaged 529 accounts for the cost of housing, up to a point. According to U.S. News…

Procrastinators Unite: Top 5 Things to Put Off Cleaning in Your College Apartment

December 28, 2015

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There are plenty of guides when it comes to cleaning and maintaining your college apartment, and most of those guides tell you what you already know. I say, “Phooey”. Of course you need to vacuum, dust, and clean your bedroom, neutral rooms and the bathroom, everyone knows that. A lot of times though, when it…