Where to Live: Median Rent and Largest Industry in 50 States

April 30, 2018 | By Nat AuthorMy First Apartment

No matter where you live, finding an apartment that’s affordable, safe and not awful-looking can be a challenge. With the rising price of rent in growing cities and the trends of more people choosing to live in apartments versus traditional homes, deciding where to move can be a tricky business. Even more, if you’re thinking…

6 Grocery Apps To Help You Save Money + Plan Your Meals

April 28, 2018 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

Sometimes, bills pile up. You’ve got a lot of responsibilities now that you’re living in an apartment. From your rent payment to your utilities, theres a lot to keep track of, and the money coming out of your pocket can seem overwhelming. If you’re looking to get more organized and save cash, though, these 6…

4 Ways to Save Money On Now

April 10, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Many of us start the year with resolutions around saving money, but by now the good intentions are gone and we have slid back into our old wasteful habits. It’s not too late to course-correct and, fortunately, it won’t be as hard as it may sound! There are plenty of easy swaps you can make…

Here’s Which Streaming Services To Consider When Cutting The Cord

March 25, 2018 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

Everyone loves saving cash. Whether it’s going out to eat less often or something more drastic like finding a roommate, having a bit more money in your pocket never hurt. One popular way to save on your monthly expenses is cutting the cord. What does that mean? Eliminating your cable services and opting for “Netflix…

Saving for a Vacation? Money-Back Apps Can Help

March 11, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

By now, you’ve surely heard that there are programs that help you make money back on things you purchase every day. If you haven’t… BIG NEWS! Today, there are a handful of apps that pay you for sharing purchases or for purchasing certain brands during a given time. If you’re looking to boost your vacation…

3 Top First Apartment Money Traps and How to Avoid Them

March 4, 2018 | By MFA Editors AuthorMy First Apartment

This post is aimed at all you new grads starting to plan for your first apartment. Watch out for these three money traps that can foil your plans for getting your dream apartment or bust your budget once you get one. Trap #1. Your Car Your car? What does your car have to do with…

Don’t Overspend on These 5 Things

February 13, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

After moving into your first apartment and getting settled, you’ll find one thing for sure: The bills don’t stop coming! Rent, utilities, internet, phones, transportation… it can feel overwhelming and it’s easy to overspend! Luckily, there are some good ways to cut corners to ensure you stay in your budget and still get everything you…

Spend or Save: Kitchen Items

February 8, 2018 | By Taylor AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s not always easy to know when you should try to cut corners and when it’s really worth spending the money on something. Here are my thoughts regarding some kitchen basics. Silverware, dishes and glassware: Save Thrift stores are the perfect place to get plates, bowls, silverware, cups, mugs and glassware. I got all of…

9 Ways to Save Money Right Now

January 18, 2018 | By Dana AuthorMy First Apartment

So you want to start saving for your next trip, a new house, or a new car. It doesn’t matter what you want to save for, it’s always a good idea to to control your expenses so you won’t end up in poverty. And the time to start is right now! 1. Stop buying pre-made…

How To Cut Cords to Save Real Money

January 2, 2018 | By Taylor AuthorMy First Apartment

When you budget for you expenses at your new place, you never forget to account for the obvious things: rent, electricity, water, etc. But what you might not have thought about is how much your electronic habits are costing you. Here are a few ways you can cut back to save on your electronic expenses. Netflix…