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Apartment hunting can be a stressful encounter for some renters, as there's a lot to consider. That's why tackling this task is usually made easier with help from your roommate. However, there are a few things you'll want to keep in mind if you are pairing up with your future roomie to go apartment hunting. People have their idea of a dream apartment when they begin the apartment hunting process-- sometimes finding this space is doable, and other times it's not necessarily realistic. When you have two or more people…

Sometimes it’s hard to relate to the idea that your home is your castle, especially if you’re living in cramped quarters. No matter how much you love your current home or apartment, it might be time to take an honest look around and seriously consider whether it’s time to move on to bigger and better accommodations. Moving into a bigger house can be about more than extra space. It can also be a sign of financial success and stability and can give you a sense of pride in being able…

Many students have a hard time trying to decide between living off-campus or living in a school dorm. Some students cannot wait to experience dorm life while others are 100 percent sure that they want to…

Photo credit: Decorist Use these seven moving tips to ensure your styles blend seamlessly before the big move. Moving in with someone and not sure you share the same design taste? Whether it’s a short-term stay or a planned lifetime of living together, use these 7 moving tips to ensure that you both feel your new home reflects your design sensibilities and lifestyle. 1. Schedule up a “move night” with your new roomie Make it a fun event, maybe cook a special meal or have a glass of wine and your favorite…

The kitchen is the heart of your home, and this vital room’s many pieces must work together to function properly. After clearing out your old kitchen, you swore you’d never block good workflow with cluttered drawers, mismatched container lids, or jumbled utensils ever again. If you’d like to streamline your kitchen, our expert partners at The Maids have shared some tips to help keep things running smoothly. Time and Place Ask yourself how often you use an item before deciding where it should live. Save your sanity (and your back)…

Summer is already underway, which means most people have vacations and weekend getaways on their minds. Every trip begins with a packing session, which isn't the most exciting aspect of your vacation, but it is crucial. For starters, you'll want to bring everything you'll need for a big getaway without taking up a bunch of space in your luggage. After all, there's a chance you'll want to do a little shopping and bring back souvenirs to remind you of your trip. Secondly, many airlines will charge (quite a bit) for…

Moving for a job to a new city is exciting, but it can also be expensive if you hire professional movers to tackle every aspect of the job. Fortunately, several DIY moving options can keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket. Here are eight moving musts for relocating on the cheap. 1. Set a budget. From putting down a deposit to setting up utilities, there are several expenses associated with moving that you need to plan for. Before you pack your first box, set up a budget so you…

Finding a Home, Job & Happiness in a Small Town Despite the widely held belief that millennials are fleeing rural America, the situation isn’t as dire as some might think. Thirty-somethings are returning to small towns in large numbers. When college professors from the Universities of Minnesota and Nebraska conducted population studies on several small towns in their regions, they discovered that “brain drain” – when the educated, working population leaves an area – occurred most frequently in rural areas with 18- to 25-year-olds. Thirty-somethings and 40-somethings tend to come…

The sun is finally out and the flowers are in full bloom, and you can’t wait to enjoy the spring. But before you begin frolicking and making big plans, you should check ‘spring cleaning’ off your…