6 Apartment Budgeting Tips for the New Year

December 27, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

As the new year approaches, it’s a good time to reassess your budget and make sure you’re on track to meet your financial goals. If you live in an apartment, budgeting can be especially important, as monthly rent and utility payments can be a significant portion of your expenses. Here are six great tips to…

How to Make Your First Apartment Look Expensive

February 4, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’re in your first apartment, odds are you’re living on a budget and trying to make your money stretch as far as possible. But your slim budget doesn’t have to mean you can’t have the stylish apartment of your dreams! With careful planning and tasteful decorating, you can make your first apartment look much…

How Much Does It Cost to Move?

January 18, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving into a new apartment can be expensive, so it’s important to be prepared. Read on below to learn all the costs you’ll need to consider when planning your move and find some helpful tips and tricks to save money where you can. Basic supplies Your first expense when moving will be basic moving supplies…

How to Find the Right Apartment for Your Budget

September 23, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Amid COVID-19 rental market fluctuations, it’s almost as if the housing market benefits the buyer one day and the seller the next. As such, finding an apartment that you can afford can be quite an arduous task. Are you looking for a new place and having no luck? Here’s how to find the perfect apartment…

Pros and Cons: Assembling Furniture Yourself vs. Paying For Assembly

January 13, 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. Whether you’re moving into a new apartment or simply redecorating, finding the perfect bed frame or couch for your space can be exciting. However, assembling furniture can be a tedious or challenging process,…

4 Reasons You Should Be Thrift Store Shopping When Decorating Your First Apartment

March 22, 2019 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’re looking to move into your first apartment or already have your move planned, you know that the experience, while exciting, can be costly. From the actual expense of moving to decorating your place, there’s a lot to budget for. That’s why you should give thrift store shopping some thought, especially when decorating and…

Are Meal Subscription Services Worth It?

December 9, 2018 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

Sometimes, you just don’t want to plan a menu, figure out what you need, and go to the grocery. That’s when meal subscription services come in. From Blue Apron to Hello Fresh, there are more than enough of these meal kit plans on the market for you to choose from, but given their price tags,…

Start Prepping Your Budget for Holidays

November 8, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

The holidays are just around the corner, and now that you’re an established adult in your own first apartment, it’s time to start responsibly planning your budget! The holiday season can be stressful in terms of budgeting, but it doesn’t have to be! Take time to plan for the holidays by following these tips and…

Let’s Talk Utility Bills

May 22, 2018 | By Nat AuthorMy First Apartment

Alright- we can all agree that saving the earth is good thing, right? Exactly. None of us are out there trying to sabotage the planet. So what if you could save the planet AND save your monthly bills at the same time? I’m here with some utility hacks to help aid in the never ending…

Moving Expenses I Didn’t Budget For

May 4, 2018 | By Taylor AuthorMy First Apartment

So, you’re about to move to your first apartment. I’m sure you’ve already planned out your moving budget, but there may be some expenses you didn’t plan for yet. I know I certainly hadn’t figured these things into my move. Startup/Connection Fees Did you know that for things like utilities, internet, etc., they don’t just…