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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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With the passing of Labor Day holiday, many people put their heads down in a back-to-school mode - even if they aren’t in school. On your list of ‘to dos’ this Fall, consider building your credit. Yes, it sounds daunting, and, yes, it will take longer than just this Fall. But, you [...]
Most of us live with roommates at some point during our lives, and that also means that most of us will experience those horribly, awkward roommate situations. I know what you’re thinking, that won’t happen to you. Well, sorry to burst your rose-colored bubble, but sometimes even the normal roommates give the “crazies” [...]
All renters get those days when we just can’t stand another second with our roommates (or being stuck in the apartment for us solo renters) and need some time outside of our apartments on our own. But what should you do when you’re flying solo? Here are my top five favorite activities to [...]
