7 Things to Know When Living Alone

February 2, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving out and living alone for the first time can be intimidating, but if you prepare right, it can be a fun adventure and a great season of your life. Between cleaning, interior decorating, and everything else, living alone for the first time is a great opportunity to learn new things! Read on below for…

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…

Pros and Cons: Living Alone vs. With Roommates

September 3, 2020 | 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. If you’re ready to move into an apartment, choosing whether to live alone or with roommates is an important decision to consider based on your personality and finances. Find some clarity on this…

Ditching Your Roommates? How to Go Solo (And LOVE It!)

April 28, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Roommates not your thing? We totally understand. There are many benefits to living by yourself, including a TON of personal freedom when it comes to your apartment. Since you’ve made the decision to ditch your roommates, or are leaning that way, here are some tips to make the whole transition go easier. Find a place…

Goodbye, Roommate! How to Know You Are Ready to Get Your Own Place

March 18, 2013 | By Alex AuthorMy First Apartment

In the past few weeks, we’ve spent a lot of time talking about selecting roommates. So now let’s shift to another scenario: you’ve had a roommate for a while, and now you’re ready to live on your own. How do you know if you’re ready to take this particular plunge? There are three areas you…