9 More Things To Consider When Picking An Apartment

July 30, 2018 | By Nat AuthorMy First Apartment

We can all agree that your rent and the apartment building itself are the more important things to consider when moving, right? But what about all the other things you might not think about when making the choice to move? No need to worry! If you’re an apartment first-timer or thinking about making the move…

Apartment Hunting with Your Roomate(s)

April 20, 2018 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

As many people leave home, leave school, or just need a change of pace, it is apartment hunting season! It can be really expensive to live alone, not to mention, it’s fun to live with roommates! So, once you’ve decided who you’re going to live with, it’s time to start the hunt. Before the Hunt…

Should You Get an Apartment Before You Have a Job?

April 18, 2018 | By Alex AuthorMy First Apartment

As May is fast approaching, many new grads have a burning question in mind, “Do I get the job first or the apartment first?” Of course, often there is no choice – you usually need to have a job before a landlord will rent to you. On the other hand, job hunting long distance can…

How to Help a Friend Find Their Perfect Place

March 27, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Congratulations, you must be an awesome friend! You’ve been asked to help your friend find an apartment. This is a huge honor and means they must appreciate your input, so look at it that way! Maybe you’ve been living in your own place for a while, maybe you live in a location they’re interested in,…

How Much Space Do I Really Need?

November 9, 2017 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

Coming from dorm life in college, moving into an apartment feels amazing! So much freedom, so much space, but how much space do you actually need? Is there such a thing as too much space? Find out what size your perfect apartment is. (Please note: space is a hot commodity in many cities, so these…

Upgrades That Aren’t Worth The Cash in a Rental

March 14, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Many apartments will try to catch your attention with fancy upgrades or add-on’s that tack on serious cost to your monthly rent payment. Some of them may be worth it…but some upgrades simply aren’t worth the cash. If you’re on a serious budget during your apartment hunt, check out the common upgrades below, and keep an…

When Is The Best Time For Apartment Hunting?

February 26, 2017 | By J Simpson AuthorMy First Apartment

The accepted wisdom is that the summer is the best time for apartment hunting, but each season, time of month and even time of day have their plusses and minuses. With many college graduates decamping for new adventures, May through September months have the most vacancies, but also the most competition. Meanwhile, winter has fewer…

Apartment Hunt 101: Researching the Area

January 27, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Looking for your first apartment can be time consuming and stressful. From deciding how many bedrooms and square footage to comparing the look and feel of different units, it’s enough to make anyone’s head spin. However, one crucial detail to also consider is your apartment’s location for many reasons. Consider the following about your apartment’s…

4 Strategies to Making a Winning Rental Application

July 20, 2016 | By Anna R. AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’re ready to submit applications for your first apartment, congratulations! You have searched rentals, scheduled showings, and you have finally narrowed it down to a few “ideal” apartments you’d love to live in! The hard part comes now, where your potential landlord needs to make a decision to pick the best possible tenant for…

10 Lessons Learned When Looking for My First Apartment

January 20, 2016 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

By Caitlin Carpenter I began apartment hunting long before I officially received my job offer. Hours were spent online browsing the web and daydreaming about my very first place. I was anxious about the additional responsibility, and I wanted to start planning for it right away. I’m happy to announce that the hard work has…