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I'm Pamela of PB&Jstories and so happy to be here today discussing how to clear the clutter, and get things put in place! One of my…
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I'm Pamela of PB&Jstories and so happy to be here today discussing how to clear the clutter, and get things put in place! One of my…
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I'm Pamela of PB&Jstories and so happy to be here today discussing how to clear the clutter, and get things put in place! One of my…
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Finals are right around the corner for college students, which means resident advisers' will soon be going from dorm room to dorm room issuing move-out dates. Some…
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While range hoods have been in and out of style, the latest styles of range hoods have a sleek and modern feel to them. If…
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Looking for a neat way to make your apartment unique? A lot of people have key racks in their kitchens or by their doors for house,…
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Want to have cool looking stainless steel rings but don’t want to spend the money? Here is a nifty idea from a blog I found…
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Container gardening is a fantastic option for those living in an apartment; especially those who do not have a yard. It can be fun to grow…
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You generally don't find many apartments with a garden, but if you are lucky enough to be one of the few who finds themselves in this…
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If you have some room to garden, you'll need to think about what types of plants you want to have and how much time you are…
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When you are renting an apartment, you might want to consider the other rentals that are available to you. Whether you need temporary help, can't afford…
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Living in an apartment doesn't mean you can't go green. There are many little things you can do that will result in energy savings and support the…
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Apartment energy savings can be huge when it comes to lighting. According to ENERGY STAR, if every home in the United States replaced an incandescent light…
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The kitchen in your apartment is a place that can really benefit from a green mindset. Here you'll find several appliances that can be big energy…
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One of the first steps in financing an apartment is saving money for the security deposit, application fee (if there is one) and the first month's…
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Let's face it -- we love our electronics! According to ENERGY STAR, the average home has approximately two televisions, three telephones, a VCR and a DVD…
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Since a good deal of our lives are spent sleeping, it makes sense to try and create a healthy environment in the bedroom. You can do…
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Natural gas energy savings aren't only available to those who own a home. Knowing a few things about how to reduce this energy expense can be…
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Many cleaning products contain toxic substances. Making an effort to use more environmentally friendly products can help reduce the negative impact on the earth and make…
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No discussion about environmentally friendly apartment living is complete without addressing food and water. Here are a few ideas for greening your consumption of both: Food:…
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What are simple ways to save some money when I'm living on my own? Once you are in an apartment, you'll want to make sure you…
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[caption id="attachment_31005" align="aligncenter" width="568"] Cash aid emergency[/caption] No matter how well you plan, things happen and expenses pop up out of the blue. Saving money for…
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If you are lucky, you have an apartment with free laundry facilities or a doting mother who comes over and does your loads for you. If…
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[caption id="attachment_31009" align="aligncenter" width="568"] Cash aid emergency[/caption] No matter how well you plan, things happen and expenses pop up out of the blue. Saving money for…
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Knowing the landlord tenant laws in the state you will be living is an important thing to look into prior to actually securing an apartment, especially if this will…
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Decorating your apartment for a party can be a lot of fun. There are so many ideas and themes to explore, but keeping things simple can…
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How to go about decorating your apartment depends a good deal on the space itself, and smaller apartments or studios often require a special approach. Here…
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Once you have finished the long apartment search, moved all your belongings out of the truck and unpacked everything, it's time to make the place your own. Apartment decorating…
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In addition to tenant rights, landlord rights exist as well. Most of these rights are spelled out in the lease agreement, and they can also vary…
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When you are apartment hunting, know that there are some traps out there. Don't be fooled; use these tips for apartment hunting and avoid problems that…
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Even if the apartment you are living in is the one of your dreams, you may at some point need to break the lease. Job promotions,…
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When you are actively on a roommate search, you can forget to put yourself out there for the other person to get to know a bit.…
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Let's face it -- we love our electronics! According to ENERGY STAR, the average home has approximately two televisions, three telephones, a VCR and a DVD…
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Since a good deal of our lives are spent sleeping, it makes sense to try and create a healthy environment in the bedroom. You can do…
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No discussion about environmentally friendly apartment living is complete without addressing food and water. Here are a few ideas for greening your consumption of both: Food:…
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Looking for roommates can be a real challenge. While it might be tempting to just split the bill and go your own separate ways, that isn't…
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Coming up with a roommate search checklist can be a great idea for knowing what you can and can't handle. Set some criteria for yourself and…
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Fighting is no fun, but it does happen and roommates will need to know how to resolve any conflicts that arise. Having a plan for this…
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Car rental can be an expensive proposition, depending on how far you are going and how long you will need it. Fortunately there are ways to…
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Drafting a roommate agreement can save roommates from having serious issues or problems with one another. Not only does it require communication, but it can help…
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Living in an apartment can sometimes mean that entertaining is a concern. Finding places to put people for a fancy dinner or making sure that the…
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