Off-Campus Housing Blog

Setting Boundaries with Your New Roommates

August 29, 2017

Moving in with new roommates is a tough transition. Getting to know each other and learning each other’s boundaries can be a complicated. The best advice is, to be honest, and communicate. Start by just asking how they feel about certain things. Do they smoke? How do they usually study? Do they work? If you…

10 Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Supplies Under $5

August 28, 2017

Apartment Gear, Apartment Living, Kitchen, Maintenance Tips, Off Campus Housing

Helping the environment doesn’t always have to cost a ton of money. There are small things you can do every day that can make a big difference. Using organic cleaning supplies is a great way to help the environment without doing any extra work. Worried that the products are too expensive? Try any of these…

10 Things That Change When You Go From Dorm to Apartment

August 26, 2017

Apartment Gear, Maintenance Tips, Neighbor, Off Campus Housing, Roommates, Safety Tips

Congrats! You’re moving out of your dorm into your first apartment, this is a big deal. No, it will not be like an apartment from Friends or Gossip Girl but it’ll still be amazing. That being said there are some big changes coming your way. Welcome to the world of utility bills This may shock…

What happens when parking isn’t included?

August 25, 2017

Apartment Living, Neighbor, Off Campus Housing, Transportation

A good parking spot is hard to find Some apartment complexes will include parking, which is a HUGE benefit because it saves time and money. Other apartments won’t simply due to location and city codes. Do not panic if you are living in a complex without parking, it doesn’t have to end badly. Here are…

Amazon College Shopping List

August 25, 2017

Apartment Living

Amazon College Shopping List Moving into a dorm or apartment means a lot of shopping but before you run to the store, check out some of these great essentials offered on Amazon. Wall Decorations Decorating your walls can be tough, try to find something that can take up a lot of room and requires…

Questions to ask while touring an Apartment

August 24, 2017

Apartment Living

Imagine you’re on a tour in what could be your new apartment and the leasing agent turns to you and asks “Do you have any questions?”. Before shaking your head no and hoping for the best, STOP. It’s important to ask questions and make sure you understand everything about the complex you’re considering…

Apartment Cleaning Hacks for College Students

August 23, 2017

Apartment Living

Everyone wants a clean apartment but no one wants to spend hours making sure theirs is perfect. It’s easy to forget or get too tired to clean with everything else going on in your collegiate experience. But, cleaning doesn’t have to be time-consuming or tiring at all. Check out these hacks for keeping…

Is Renters Insurance necessary?

August 22, 2017

Apartment Living

Ah renters insurance, we’ve all seen the papers in the move in pamphlet and ignored it. It normally is covered in threatening innuendos that make you automatically feel as if you’ll be robbed. The question is though, do you need it? There are always those say “ Of course you need it, the apartment…

3 Apps that Make Walking at Night Safer

August 21, 2017

Neighbor, Off Campus Housing, Parent's Corner

3 Apps. that Make Walking at Night Safer No matter where you live, walking alone at night can be a stressful experience. Even with your cell phone, it can takes minutes to call 911 or an emergency contact and explain a situation. Check out these great apps that can make any walk at night…

3 Apps for Sharing Expenses with Roommates

June 30, 2017

Roommates

Sharing expenses with roommates can be quite a hassle. However, it doesn’t have to be that way! These apps will help you easily manage your shared expenses with your roommates and pay your bills quickly and easily. Sharing Expenses Splitwise Splitwise is a cool little app that lets you add roommates and helps you track…

Guide for Bathroom Organization for Apartment Living

June 13, 2017

Apartment Living

Bathroom organization doesn’t have to take a backseat, because of the small size. There are plenty of options for classing up your bathroom. At least a couple times a day, you will need to visit the bathroom, so finding a way to make it welcoming for you and guests should help give you some peace of…

Kitchen Tools for College Apartments

June 12, 2017

Apartment Living, Kitchen

Knowing which kitchen tools are necessary for a comfortable college living experience before moving into to your first college apartment can save you a stressful situation later. Having your own kitchen is one of the benefits of moving in to your first apartment. However, if you’re just learning how to cook, the wide array of items at…