Budgeting for Donations for COVID-19: 7 Saving Tips

May 8, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Many people have expressed a desire to donate money to people and organizations in need due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For many people, though, donating is easier said than done. If you find yourself wanting to donate but not always having the money to do so, follow these seven savings tips for budgeting for donations…

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…

Saving for Vacation When You Are “Rent Poor”

January 6, 2017 | By Anna R. AuthorMy First Apartment

Many of us have dreams of traveling the world while we are young and have our whole lives ahead of us. But if you are living on a budget in an expensive city, most of your income may be devoted to rent, utilities, paying off student loans, and everyday living expenses. How can you afford…

Spring Clean Your Financial House and Find Money for Savings

March 7, 2012 | By MFA Editors AuthorMy First Apartment

With the help from our friends at William Paid, we have pulled together a few ideas to kick-start your saving habit. Yes, you heard us. Saving! Because if there’s one thing we’ve learned over the last couple of years, it’s the importance of managing our money better. Sadly, many of us have no idea how…