How To SAVE Your Security Deposit

September 26, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

We have all heard the horror stories about sleazy landlords who will not release the security deposit on some trumped-up damage claims. This little infographic shows the steps you should take on moving in and moving out to guarantee that the deposit ends back where it belongs — in your pocket! If you are looking…

Stop that Check!

September 21, 2009 | By Alissa AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s been a bit of a crazy apartment week. When I last wrote, I had realized that my future management company was full of scammers based on an almost too late Google search. As such, I didn’t want anything to do with them. But, I’d already given them a $700 which I know wanted back…

What Kind of Credit Score do you Need to Rent an Apartment?

August 19, 2009 | By Alissa AuthorMy First Apartment

One of the most common questions MyFirstApartment has received has been about credit scores — how high do scores need to be and how can you get a higher score? As you may or may not know, there are three online sites that required by law to give you a free credit report once…