Pros and Cons: Living with Friends vs. Living With Strangers

February 23, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Pros and Cons series, we weigh the advantages and disadvantages of important decisions that apartment dwellers are making every day. In 2015, approximately one-quarter of Americans between the ages of 18 and 34 lived with roommates. If you currently live with other people and are lucky, your roommate might be your friend, whether…

Is Living Alone Better for You?

February 11, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Living with other people has its perks, but it’s not for everyone. Some people might enjoy living alone more if they can afford it, but given how expensive living alone can be, you shouldn’t rush into it if it’s something you’re considering. Instead, you should take ample time to think about whether you’re better off…

Preparing for Your First Roommate: How to Manage 4 Common Conflict Zones

June 18, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

For some, the word “roommate” is synonymous with “best friend.” For others, it’s “worst nightmare!” Surely you’ve heard tons of stories from both sides of this fence: great roommates and roommate horror stories! But don’t fear…it’s not hard to be a good roommate and to find a roommate that’ll be good to you. However, it…

3 Simple Steps to Avoid Roommate Drama

March 5, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

When you are living with more than one friend, it can be really difficult to make sure everyone feels included and happy with the situation. If one roommate feels left out or ganged-up on, or if the apartment splits in half, the whole living situation can get an ugly vibe. There are some simple steps…