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We at WilliamPaid had so much fun doling out gift advice for renters last year that we decided to do it again. So, without further delay, here are ten items that should be one every renter’s gift list this holiday season.

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If you are new to apartment living, whether you just moved out of the dorms or your parents’ house, there are some things that you usually just have to learn on your own. It’s tough, though, when you find yourself in any one of a few different predicaments to think of them as a rite [...]

Your roommate is always bringing home the latest fashion trends, vacationing in the coolest tropical locales and generally has $20 bills falling out of her wallet. You, on the other hand, paid for your lunch out of your spare change jar, spend breaks at home and generally scrimp to get by. (Or, maybe [...]

Do you have one friend that always has the coolest apartment? Or, maybe it’s a roommate that consistently does that ’something special’ to her room that makes it so much cooler than yours? It often has nothing to do with how much the rent is (though that can be a factor when playing [...]

It is a college rite of passage, but Spring Break can come with a hefty price tag if you don’t plan ahead. Here are some ways to get a break on your Spring Break - wherever you go.
Take It With You. Spring Break destinations see increased prices for nearly everything in March and [...]

Every now and again, we take the opportunity to provide additional information on one of WilliamPaid’s functions or tools - to give you a little more color on why it might be helpful to you. Today, the WilliamPaid spotlight is on our Credit Score Estimator.
Every year, you are entitled to receive a free copy [...]

Unfortunately, moving apartments actually involves two moves - the one out of your old apartment and the one to your new apartment. Remembering all the things that need to get done can be a pain. You know all the basics - get boxes, plan ahead, yada, yada.
It’s those annoying little things [...]

Big city living definitely has its advantages - 24/7 entertainment, great public transportation, people of all shapes and sizes. But, without a doubt, one of the greatest benefits of living in a city like Chicago is the endless supply of restaurants.
In small town Ohio, my restaurant options consisted of a burger place, [...]

What goes through your mind when you’re dropping off your rent check? Here’s what you’re thinking - in 140 words or less.
@Oluwababy Just got out of paying a late fee on my rent…it’s a good day to be a girl!!
@anilparmar Worst month of the year: February, has only 28 days in it [...]

You got up extra early to make sure you would get a washing machine, since the building owners think that two washers and two dryers are sufficient for fifteen apartments. You arrive at the laundry room after lugging two overflowing laundry baskets down three flights of stairs to the somewhat-scary bowels of the apartment [...]