The Ultimate Money Hack: Living Beneath Your Means

November 7, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving into your first apartment is big. It’s huge! A life milestone you’ll never forget. Living in your first place can make you feel like a real adult: independent, savvy, and ready to take on the world. The only problem? Wanting to live bigger and better than your Instagram peers can lead you to trouble…

5 Tips to Save Money for Moving Out

March 2, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

When you’re on the hunt for your first place, a HUGE thing to remember is that you need to have about 3 TIMES your expected rent ready to go. This money goes towards paying a security deposit equal to (at least) one month’s rent, your first month’s rent due on signing of the lease, plus…

Save or Splurge: Bedrooms

October 27, 2016 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Your first apartment is the perfect chance to show your personality and pick up some fun pieces that really speak to you. However, your first apartment also likely means you’re on a tight budget (or should be) as you pay the rental deposit and build up an “in-case-of-emergency” savings fund. Here are our top tips…

6 Great Apartment Habits To Start Now

September 11, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

These are easy to start and easy to maintain…just make a commitment to yourself and make your life in your new place AWESOME. HOW-TO TIPS TO START GREAT APARTMENT HABITS from the MFA Team: #1 – Use your apartment to spend time with family and friends Hosting Your Parents, Host A Dinner Party, Significant Others #2…