5 Ways You Can Declutter Your Apartment Today

October 7, 2017 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

Every Fall I get the urge to declutter my space. It’s like my own version of Spring cleaning, except it’s “all of my stuff needs to go” Autumn. If you’ve got the declutter bug like I do, here are 5 simple ways that you can declutter your apartment today. 1. Get Rid of the Knick…

Add These 5 Quick Cleaning Hacks for Your Nightly Routine

September 25, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s easy to get into a good nightly routine once you’ve moved into your first apartment, and it will happen no matter what! If you’re intentional with you time, you can get into a routine that is beneficial to your own mental well-being, and your apartment too! Check out these quick cleaning hacks and add…

30 Minutes or Less to a Tidy Apartment

June 23, 2017 | By Kalee AuthorMy First Apartment

A messy and unorganized apartment can happen before you know it – you leave a dirty towel on the bathroom floor, an empty water bottle on the coffee table, a bag full of trash in the kitchen, and that’s how it starts. But don’t fear. That pile of clothes, stack of dishes, and basket full of…

Green Living: Reduce/Reuse/Recycle in Your Apartment

February 25, 2017 | By Kalee AuthorMy First Apartment

We’ve all heard the slogan: “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.” Sometimes, however, it’s easier to throw an old newspaper or empty cans in the trash instead of a recycling bin. But remember, just because you live in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t recycle and be less wasteful. Take a look at these six tips and see…

Easy Housekeeping Tricks to Keep Your Apartment Neat

January 4, 2017 | By Kalee AuthorMy First Apartment

While you don’t have to keep your apartment magazine-ready at all times, it is respectful to clean after yourself and keep your apartment neat, especially when you have roommates. Being a considerate roommate means you won’t have to worry about a messy apartment if a guest stops by unexpectedly or if you have to call…

5 Things To Do Before You Start This Weekend’s TV Binge

February 26, 2016 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Everyone loves a good TV binge and this weekend is perfect for catching up on all the Oscar-nominated movies* you have missed. Whether your choice is Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, HBO, or traditional cable TV marathons, there’s just something satisfying about spending an afternoon on the sofa catching up on your favorite shows. Until…it’s over. And…

How to Win the Battle Against Bedbugs

October 28, 2015 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

By Erika Taylor About two years ago, my little brother brought home bedbugs most likely from his football gear – it was the worst. If you are currently going through this, don’t be alarmed! Bedbug cases are common as people travel and are in public space more often. These bugs are not known to transmit…

Inspiring Joy: Words Of Wisdom From The Life Changing Magic Of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo

October 1, 2015 | By J Simpson AuthorMy First Apartment

“Clean your room! Do your dishes!” Do these words fill your veins with ice cubes? Does contemplating your closets and silverware drawers make you want to file your taxes, schedule a dentist appointment, or volunteer for community service – anything to avoid cleaning or organizing your apartment? Many of us carry trauma around the idea…

5 Apartment Items I Wish I Didn’t Skimp On…And Why You Shouldn’t Either

June 29, 2015 | By Jennie AuthorMy First Apartment

Let it be known that I love saving money! I live on hand-me-downs, enjoy making do with what’s on hand and thrive on a good deal. So, of course, those were my strategies when outfitting my first apartment. However, I quickly learned that there are 5 apartment items that I should not have skimped on. 1.…