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What I Like and Don’t Like About Living Alone
Evelyn’s place may not be this big, but still—so much more room for activities! I’m wrapping up my third week at the new job, and I love it! I work for people I used to intern for, and I’ve moved back...
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How To Be Financially Prepared To Move Out
These all sound good. It is almost spring, which means the end of the school year is just around the corner. This means it is time to think about living arrangements outside the dorm or, in my case, my...
View ArticleTweet Of The Day: May 14, 2013
It’s hard to get people to talk about money in person, so it’s a good thing that Twitter exists. People will talk about anything there! Here’s our favorite money-related tweet of the day. i would be...
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4 Ways To Decorate Your Apartment On A Budget
Pinterest, tell me how to turn these into art … NOW. Have you ever reached for a broom only to remember you never bought one? Is there a blanket on your window because, oh yeah, windows need curtains?...
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What’s A Lease? A Broker? Moving Is Going To Be Quite The Adventure
If only it were this easy. Man, I don’t know if it’s all the fun I’m having or the uncertainty that is my life at the moment, but this post-grad summer is flying right on by. We’re already in the...
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How To Avoid Common Moving Costs
$19.95? You can do better than that … It’s that time of year again: Moving Day 2013. In Boston, it seems half the city moves on September 1, because the rental market revolves around students starting...
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Almost Forgot A Mattress: My Crazy Week Of Last-Minute Apartment Shopping
Only a “blockhead” would think oven mitts are more important than Gumby figures … I would love to tell you that since I’ve been home, I’ve been doing very well with my finances. In fact, I’d probably...
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Adjusting From The Dorm To Your Own Apartment
Ah, the dorm room. Just add posters, and you’re pretty much good to go. Well, September 1 is just around the corner, and you know what that means … time to move out! This year, I’m moving into my first...
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How To Deal With Worst-Case Scenarios When Moving
Sure, this guy looks cute, but maybe not so much if you found him sleeping in your bed. I have moved enough times that I’ve encountered my fair share of moving dramas—probably more than any human being...
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How I Survived My First Month Living On My Own
If the previous tenants leave you lightly used cleaning supplies, don’t be surprised when the place is a mess. Well, I survived it … the first month of living on my own! I have yet to burn down the...
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9 Things To Consider Before Moving Off Campus
Does the thought of another year of dorm food make you want to move off campus? Are you considering renting an apartment or a house next fall? If so, you will need to consider a number of...
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3 Unexpected Expenses That Go With Moving Off Campus
You may not have to buy new furniture, but there are other expenses to be aware of when renting your first apartment. This fall, my daughter is moving off campus with her friends. Of course, this...
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Not-So-Common Ways To Cut Your Utility Bills
To make laundry on a Friday night more fun, have your cat help. I found my dream apartment. Inexpensive, great location, and it allows cats. The only drawback? I have to pay my own utilities. Until...
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How To Find Your Ideal Apartment On A Budget
Wanted: room with a view, no broker fee. Moving is always a pain. Doesn’t matter where you are. The fees, the packing, the sacrifices—they can scar a person. In NYC, though, moving is pretty much even...
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How To Stock Your First Kitchen On A Budget
For your first place, a cheap dining set is better than a matching one. September is here, and across the country, students are moving into new apartments. For many of you, this marks the first time...
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How To Get The Apartment You Want With No Credit (Or Bad Credit)
Be upfront about your credit situation when talking to landlords about apartments. I have some confessions to make. I have almost no established credit. My boyfriend has bad credit. He’s looking to...
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What To Avoid When Looking For An Apartment In A Major City
It may not be big, but at least it’s expensive! If you read my last post, you may have realized I left a crucial component out: what exactly was I moving to New York City for. The answer: to work in...
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