5 U.S. Cities’ Median Rents in 2022

August 31, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

2022 has seen one of the biggest increases in home prices and rent in the history of the country, with average rent per month going over $2,000 for the first time ever. While the cost of rent isn’t the only factor to consider when looking for a new apartment, it’s definitely something worth thinking about.…

What to Bring When You Move: A Complete Guide

November 1, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

So you’re getting ready to move to your new apartment, but you’re not sure if you have everything ready? Well, you’re definitely not the only one. With all the chaos on moving day, it can be easy to forget something important, but don’t worry – this guide is here to help! In this article, you’ll…

How to Prepare To Move To Another State

July 7, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

With rent prices fluctuating and gas prices also on the rise, you might be wondering whether you should move to another state – and how much it might cost to get there in the first place. Sounds daunting, right? If you’re feeling a little lost or just need some advice, here are some tips on…

How Big of a Moving Truck Do You Need?

February 5, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When it’s time to move somewhere new, you’ll probably need to rent a truck, assuming that all your furniture and belongings can’t fit inside a car. For a hassle-free move, it’s important to find an adequately-sized truck so you can safely, easily transport all your belongings to your new home – nobody wants to make…

Pros and Cons: Doing It Yourself vs. Hiring Movers

June 9, 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. Just because you’ve found a new apartment doesn’t mean your moving journey is over. Now, you have to pack all your belongings, move them to your new apartment, and unpack and arrange them.…

Six Tips for Moving Apartments in the Winter

December 18, 2019 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When you think about moving, you probably picture breaking a sweat as you load your belongings into your moving truck, unload them into your new apartment, and unpack and organize all your possessions. Chances are that you’re picturing sweat because you’ve often moved in the summer – after all, summer moves are far more common…

Is August Really The Most Expensive Month To Rent?

August 9, 2019 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’ve ever searched for a lease that starts in August, you’ve likely noticed that finding a home both within your budget and your quality standards is harder than at other times of the year. You might find yourself flustered at the sheer lack of options that meet your needs. Don’t worry, you’re not setting…

Should You Hire Movers? Pros and Cons

July 9, 2019 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Finding a new apartment can be super exciting, but the act of moving is usually pretty dreadful. Boxing up all your belongings can be a chaotic and stressful process, and so is moving these boxes and your big furniture pieces from your old place into your new digs. Moving can be exhausting and a huge…

10 Tips for Handling a Rainy Day Move

May 11, 2019 | By Sponsors AuthorMy First Apartment

Sponsored Post By Alejandro Herrera When it comes time to move into your new home, it can be very easy to get lost in all the excitement and overlook the little things, like checking the weather forecast. Living in a state like Florida, where a quick rainstorm can surprise anyone during an afternoon, and some…

Should You Hire Movers? This Investment Could Be Worth It

February 8, 2019 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving is stressful. From packing up all of your personal belonging to weeding out what you need to get rid of, there’s a ton of work that goes into moving to your first apartment. To relieve some of that stress, you may be wondering should you hire movers? This is a complicated question. Is it…