My boyfriend and I recently moved into an apartment together. Here are some things we do to make living just a little easier.
1. Stay organized!
With a small space its easy for things to get messy and hectic. Make sure there is a place for everything and everything in its place.
2. Watch for apartment deals!
Our complex takes $200 off of one month of rent if someone moves in and refers us! If I see a friend is looking for a place, I refer them immediately!
3. Unless you have incredible storage(or a storage unit) then you should downsize. Those clothes you've been saving for two years because you are going to fit into them? Donate them! You would be surprised at the extra room you have if you just get rid of the things that you don't really need.
4. Introduce yourself to your neighbors. Luckily we ended up moving into the apt above my co-worker so we were already friendly. But can you imagine living by someone you dont get along with?
5. Pay your bills when you get the money! Almost all places will let you pay a bill before the due date. If you pay it right away you have the extra money to save or spend as you please. If you wait until the actual due date its likely that you will be worried if you have enough because you spent it on other things.
6. If you don't already have an animal, don't get one yet. Most places have a required pet deposit for each pet. Ours was $200 for our cat.
7. Don't be afraid to decorate! This is your home! You will be here until the lease ends or longer if you choose. Why not make it homie and enjoy?
8. Be crafty and imaginative! Chances are, you don't have the spending money that you hope to have(we don't :p Or the extra space for that matter. So make your holiday decorations. Figure out new storage shelves you can incorporate. Make your own cleaning products! Anything to save a $$
9. Relax! This is likely the best time of your life :)
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