One of the best ways to save money when times are tough is by cooking your own meals. If you’ve got a full kitchen in your apartment and aren’t making the most of it, it may be time to invest in some cooking classes. When you’re ready to take it to the next level and [...]

When it comes to furniture, most of us want it both ways:  truly beautiful, functional pieces that contribute to an enviable home but that are miraculously cheap or free.  We want elegance at no cost, and we all know there’s no such thing as a free lounge chair.  If you’re willing to spend time in [...]

Moving and on a tight budget? Here are 10 ways to save money, whether you’re moving across town or across the nation. 1. Pack up your things and move them yourself. Hiring a moving company to move your things for you can cost a lot of money. Sure, you’ll save time and your back may [...]

Historians who look back at the beginning of the 21st century may very well label this era the Age of the Gadgets. It seems we have a gadget for everything. There’s a gadget to remind us to feed the dog and one to track our calorie usage in real time. All these gadgets come at [...]

Making the choice to eat healthy is a great beginning to a new lifestyle. It’s not always easy though, especially when you’re just starting out. Here are some ideas about how to stock your healthy pantry and fridge, with foods that last a long time. 1. Grains Grains are a big part of a healthy [...]

Delineate your desires Are aesthetics your most important consideration? And if so, what are you looking for, aesthetically? Is it also important that the material be easy to clean? Or what about to stand on for long periods of time—for example, do you cook for hours? Do you need something cushy to lie on in [...]

Just because your apartment complex hasn’t gone green yet doesn’t mean you can’t. Setting up a home recycling station is an easy project that can help you make a difference in the environment and even earn a little extra cash. Follow these simple steps and you’ll have your own eco-friendly apartment in no time.  1. [...]

We’ve written recently on how you can rent an apartment even if your credit score leaves something to be desired. First, brush up on these tips; they’ll help you get an apartment in the first place. Once you’ve found somewhere to live, you can get to work on repairing your bad credit.  The first step [...]

Is your stove on the fritz? Do you only own a hot plate? Do you live in the tropics and can’t bear the thought of more heat? Try these easy meals that require no cooking. Pita Sandwiches This incredibly healthy meal requires pita pockets (preferably whole wheat), hummus, yogurt, feta cheese, cucumber, tomato, and maybe [...]

These days, lots of people are downsizing. Financial insecurity often plays a part—people aren’t sure where their next paycheck is coming from, or they have debt more easily paid off with a lower rents and expenses. But the American Dream is so commonly interpreted as finally moving into that big house with a pool and [...]