Closet Organization Essentials: Primped & Proper

July 7, 2017 | By Kristen AuthorMy First Apartment

I don’t know about you but like any young person, I love to shop. Whether its a Home Goods in a lovely suburb or a small boutique in the city, something always catches my eye. And with that super skill of shopping, I have accumulated a fair amount of clothing for one person. It actually…

Thrifty Decorating Solutions: Throw Pillows & Wall Art

June 23, 2015 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

Whether you’re decorating your first apartment ever or re-inventing the style of your fifth apartment, one thing remains true – throw pillows and wall art are a great way to liven up and give your space a whole new look. But you know what else is true? Both of those things are usually not very…

10 Awesomely Good Places to Shop for your Apartment

January 14, 2015 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

There are few things I love more than decorating a new apartment. I guess, in the same way that an artist gets a thrill out of filling a blank canvas or a writer a blank page, I get so much satisfaction out of taking four walls, a floor, and a ceiling, and turning it into…

How to Avoid 5 Biggest First Time Renter Mistakes

October 6, 2014 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

When looking to rent your first apartment, it’s soooo easy to get caught up in awesome amenities and the cool look of an apartment and forget about all other important details that should factor into your decision. Trust me, I’m a sucker for historic/vintage style apartments, so when on the search for a new place,…

Living with Mom and Dad? Maximize the Benefits!

July 22, 2014 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

When you move back in with mom and dad, it’s easy to treat your time at home as just a vacation from the grown up world. You start acting like you’re sixteen all over again, and waste a perfectly good opportunity to maximize the benefits of this period without the pressures of rent, excessive utility bills, and…

Getting Your First Apartment: How Much Money Do You Need to Save to Move Out?

September 11, 2013 | By Alex AuthorMy First Apartment

2017 Update: You can download our new Printable Apartment Budgeting Worksheet and use it to estimate your rent and budget for all your expenses. 2016 Update: Also check out our recent posts that help you calculate the maximum affordable rent on your salary: How Much Rent Can I Afford on My Hourly Pay and Affordable…

Apartment Hunting Tips for New Grad Students

April 4, 2013 | By Alex AuthorMy First Apartment

You just got the happy email and the fat envelope. You’re very excited about your new school and the move to a new city. Then it hits you: “Where am I going to live?” You’re going to need to look for housing. However, unlike undergrad, it’s not nearly so easy as your new school plopping you…