5 Ways To Make Moving Back Home Easier On Your Parents

August 26, 2018 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

So you’ve finished college but not quite sure what the next step is. Or maybe you have boomeranged back home after living on your own for a while. Your parents may have welcomed you back with open arms, but there are still some things you can do to make the transition a bit smoother. Be…

Making the Most of Moving Back Home

July 15, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’re still saving for your first apartment or have a change in situation that leaves you with few independent options, moving back home may be your best bet. While you may lose a bit of independence, moving home doesn’t have to be a bad thing. If you’re thoughtful about the experience, it can actually…

Moving Home After College: 5 Tips For A Smooth Transition

May 10, 2018 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s that time of the year again when many college students are packing up their lives and preparing to move back home with their parents. If you’re one of these students getting ready to move back, chances are you’re excited to be finished school, but may be a bit overwhelmed with the thought of moving…

Pros and Cons of Various After-Graduation Housing Options

March 28, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

So you’re about to graduate college with flying colors (or just graduate…)! First of all, congratulations. All of those sleepless nights, bleary-eyed mornings, and afternoon naps have paid off! The question most of my friends and I are facing is WHAT NOW? Hopefully, you’re thinking about the job search at this point. As a peer, my…

7 Easy Ways to Transform Your Childhood Bedroom Into An Adult Living Space

August 25, 2014 | By Ben AuthorMy First Apartment

One of the most challenging things about living with your parents is privacy. Your bedroom is really your only escape, and it should feel like your own place to relax. My bedroom was full of primary colored shelves, crazy lamps and furniture that I picked out in junior high. I decided to change up my…

Should you move back in with your parents?

May 4, 2014 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

Graduation season is upon us, and if you’re anything like I was back when I graduated from college two years ago, there is a big question looming over your every thought — “should I move back in with family?” If so, you definitely aren’t alone. Almost daily, news sites talk about how challenging it is…