Take This Quiz Before You Look for Roommates

November 12, 2013 | By Sabrina AuthorMy First Apartment

Are you clueless about what type of roommate situation is best for you? Well, I am pleased to tell you that this little quiz will help you decide…or at least it’s a fun activity to get you thinking. As you go through the quiz, write down the letter that best describes your behavior. 1.) When…

The Roommate Market: There’s A Wide Variety of Shared Living Options

June 12, 2013 | By Sabrina AuthorMy First Apartment

Are you new in town? Do you need to move, but want to split the rent bill? Did you just get married? Guess what? The roommate market is in high demand and there’s a wide range of shared living options as a result. Here’s a snapshot of what you may find. The Traditional Shared Apartment…

Movie Night Extravaganzas for All Roommate Situations

March 14, 2013 | By Sabrina AuthorMy First Apartment

Everyone loves movies! The best way to become a family with your fellow roommates is to host a movie night with a great visual experience and complimentary food. But to guarantee success you’ve got to pick a movie that takes into account your shared living situation. Let’s explore possible film party ideas for different types of roommate houses.…

Decorating with Roommates

January 7, 2013 | By Sabrina AuthorMy First Apartment

Your home is a reflection of you. The color tells us about your character, the many accessories tell us about your interests, and the positioning tells us about your thoughts. Decorating with roommates can make the shared living situation more interesting with an explosion of different ideas. However, danger lurks when each roommate’s unique flare…

6 Common Roommate Personality Types – Which One is Yours?

October 24, 2012 | By MFA Editors AuthorMy First Apartment

ROOMMATE PERSONALITY TYPES by Sabrina Personality type plays a heavy role when searching for the perfect roommate. This means understanding your own personality and understanding what type of personality you are compatible with. Here are some of the stand-out personality types I have met during my roommate adventures. (As for my own personality, I’m probably closest to…