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• A Renter’s Emergency Fund

  [ August 23, 2010 ]

  Most of us know we should have an emergency fund for those rainy days. For many, though, thunderstorms have been looming. If you’ve tapped your emergency fund or really never had one (other than that ‘Emergency Fund’ called your parents), here are some suggestions to get you back on track.
  How much? They (whoever [...]
• When Should You Invest in Your Apartment?

  [ August 19, 2010 ]

  You moved into your new apartment a few months ago - and you love it! You could see being there for years. As much as you love the place, there are a couple things you’d love to improve.
  For example, wouldn’t some soft drapes around the windows make the standard-issue horizontal blinds just a [...]
• Apartment Emergencies: Expect the Unexpected

  [ August 18, 2010 ]

  Emergencies (both big and small) can happen at any time I found out on Monday. My “emergency” occurred when my apartment building (and entire neighborhood as it turned out) lost power.
  Planning to head back to bed, after being awoken by the power down, I grabbed my cell to set an alarm, but it [...]
• 5 Ways to Save Money with Your College Roommate

  [ August 17, 2010 ]

  WilliamPaid thanks University Language Services for sharing today’s blog.
  When you leave your parents house to move into your new college digs, many things will be new and surprising to you. At the top of that list will be the realization that you now have a bucket load of responsibility. Cleaning your bathroom, restocking [...]
• Five Back to School Savings for Renters

  [ August 16, 2010 ]

  That ‘back to school’ time brings with it many emotions - excitement of moving into your apartment, dread of tough classes, anticipation of new faces, regret for the lost days of Summer. For many it also brings another feeling - financial fear. Heading back to school is often a time when wallets get [...]