Renter’s Advice and Resources

Saving Money

How to Save Money Doing Laundry

Rachael Weiner

 · Aug 16, 2009

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When you move into an apartment, chances are doing laundry doesn’t top your list of expenses. Compared to rent and utilities, laundry is a small expense-but one that can add up if you don’t keep track of how much you’re spending. With a little planning, you can save money and time doing laundry. Here are […]

Whether you need a car rental for a vacation, business travel, or just the day, you always want to get the best bang for your buck! Here are some great tips to help you save money on your next car rental. 1 – Shop Around Renting a car is like anything else, you need to […]

Emily Gojko

 · Aug 14, 2009

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Need help finding low-income apartments for rent in your area? Follow these tips and suggestions to find the right kind of affordable housing for your situation. Types of Low-Income Housing There are several types of low-income housing options for you to look into and availability will vary depending on the community you live in. True […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 10, 2009

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The number one factor that moves people to rent short-term furnished apartments is saving money. A furnished apartment, besides having some of the facilities of a hotel suite, costs less than the latter. It will also usually come with its own functional kitchen, so you can cook your meals yourself, which is usually not possible […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 9, 2009

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When finding apartment furniture for your place, you have the option of looking for both new and used items. Knowing the pros and cons of both new and used furniture will help make furnishing your apartment a seamless process. The Ins and Outs of New Furniture New furniture is great because it’s easy to find […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Jul 31, 2009

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When your lifestyle requirements necessitate moving to a house, you will face a tough decision: should you buy or rent a house? There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. It depends upon your personal circumstances. Pros and Cons of Buying Versus Renting Initially, you should evaluate your living situation, including an assessment of your […]

Lisa Bernstein

 · Jul 28, 2009

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Decorating living rooms on a budget does not mean that you have to forgo style and personality. Thrift stores are a great resource for used furniture, and other items to decorate your living room. Just because you are purchasing thrift store items, it doesn’t mean that your decorating ideas have to come from a thrift […]

Emily Gojko

 · Jul 24, 2009

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Living in an apartment, you want to be saving money so that you can meet your rent payment and other monthly bills. When it comes to deciding between something like groceries and Internet access, you’ll probably admit that the Internet access is something that can go. At the same time, you probably use the Internet […]

Staff Writer

 · Jul 20, 2009

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While saving money is the goal of any apartment tenant, you need at least some entertainment. Having cable TV for an apartment is one way you can entertain yourself on the cheap–but it still adds up. However, you can cut back on your cable bill (or eliminate the cable bill entirely) by following some of […]

Staff Writer

 · Jul 18, 2009

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Saving money is a must for the young adult living in an apartment–and frankly, it’s a welcome idea to just about anyone. Groceries are a necessary expense, but nonetheless, they eat up a lot of your income. Here are a few tips to help you save money on groceries–and maybe put that money toward your […]

Staff Writer

 · Jul 17, 2009

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