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[ December 30, 2010 ]
Each year millions of renters across the US make resolutions to make improvements to themselves and their lives during the upcoming year. While dropping bad habits and losing weight often fall at the top of the list many forget about some of the most important changes they should be making. Here is a [...]
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[ December 29, 2010 ]
The countdown to 2011 has begun with only three days left in 2010. Plan ahead with this list of upcoming events sure to fit the style and budget for every type of Chicago renter.
Hotel Parties and Cruises:
NYE at Hyatt Regency Chicago: Join Jack FM for a night of plentiful food and drinks, music, [...]
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[ December 27, 2010 ]
The holidays are almost over and unfortunately, this means many renters will be crying foul as they open those credit card statements and survey the damage. Here are a few tips to get you back on track if your budget took a hit this holiday season.
Revisit your Budget: With unexpected and overextended expenses now [...]
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[ December 23, 2010 ]
The holidays are here
Spreading good cheer.
And, while many a renter
Invite friends to enter
Their tiny homes strewn with lights
Glowing throughout the festive nights,
The first of the month creeps quietly closer
Like a cruel, mischievous little joker.
He waits patiently to set his trap
On many an unsuspecting chap
Who forgot their rent with soon be due
When the month becomes anew.
Around [...]
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[ December 22, 2010 ]
As renters have been stringing their apartments with lights and buying the perfect trees to nestle their gifts under, the city of Chicago has been busy preparing a week of exciting holiday activities. Here are a few that I would recommend renters check out to get into the holiday spirit.
ZooLights: Every night, from 5-9 [...]
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In this week’s Roommates Who Rock, we pay tribute to the original working girls – Laverne De Fazio and Shirley Feeney. Not just a silly sitcom, Laverne & Shirley impacted a generation and moved the ball on women’s rights as much as any stalled ERA legislation would.
Airing from 1976 to 1983, Laverne & Shirley was [...]
William Paid has traveled the world, serving roommates of all shapes and sizes. When it comes down to it, though, William has found that there are only seven types of roommates. Which one is yours?
Tweet #myroommateis [blank] to let us know or email us at [email protected]
We all want to do what we can for the environment and save money in the process. But, as a renter, you and your roommates don’t want to invest a lot of money in your temporary residence.
First, estimate what each appliance in your apartment cost you per month to use - that will give you [...]
