Conquer these 5 obstacles of living alone as a student
Stepping out into the world as a student and moving into your own place for the first time can be exhilarating, but it's not without its...
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Maurine Njunge
- May 17
- 3 min
Lessons Learned: what I would change about my first time living off-campus
Renting off-campus for the first time is a significant milestone in a student's life. It marks the beginning of newfound independence,...
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Maurine Njunge
- May 9
- 2 min
Should you live close or far from Campus?
This is a common dilemma for students living off-campus. So what should you consider before making your choice? Close to campus One of...
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Maurine Njunge
- May 4
- 2 min
Questions to ask when viewing an apartment (or any rental property)
Renting an apartment or house can be an exciting experience, especially if it's your first time living away from home. But before you...
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Maurine Njunge
- Mar 25
- 2 min
Preparing to move out at the end of semester?
Before you know it, the semester will be over and it'll be time to move out. Moving out of your apartment or house can be stressful,...
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Maurine Njunge
- Mar 21
- 3 min
Top 10 Amenities to Look for in Student Rentals
We all know that finding a rental property can be an absolute pain, especially when you're on a tight budget. The search for the perfect...
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Maurine Njunge
- Mar 15
- 3 min
Finding a place to live for the summer semester
As the academic year draws closer to an end in April, you may find yourself in need of a place to live during the summer semester....
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Maurine Njunge
- Mar 2
- 2 min
Should I have strangers as roommates?
Living with strangers can be a challenging but rewarding experience. The pros of having strangers as roommates include: New social...
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Maurine Njunge
- Mar 2
- 2 min
What are the pros and cons of having friends as roommates?
Living with roommates can be an exciting and challenging experience, and this decision to live with friends or strangers can have a...
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Maurine Njunge
- Feb 9
- 3 min
How to Prepare for these 6 Concerns about Living off-campus
Students who are living alone for the first time may worry about a variety of things, including safety, your finances, maintenance, time...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 27
- 2 min
7 tips to help you maintain good communication with your roommates
Coming home to roommates you get along with will lead to a healthy and happy living situation. Here are some tips to help you maintain...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 27
- 2 min
Tips for Renting off-campus as an International Student
As an international student in Canada, renting off campus is a great option for your housing needs. However, it's important to be aware...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 27
- 2 min
Know your renting rights as a student tenant
Moving to a new country to study can be a daunting experience, especially when it comes to finding a place to live. As an international...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 27
- 2 min
8 Tips to make moving day easier!
Moving day can be both exciting and overwhelming for college students moving into their new off-campus place. Here are some tips to help...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 27
- 2 min
How to take care of your mental health while living off-campus
College is an exciting and challenging time for students, and taking care of one's mental health is essential to reduce the stresses and...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 23
- 2 min
What information should be in your lease agreement?
Knowing how to read your lease will ensure the start of a great relationship with your landlord and that you're aware of your rights and...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 23
- 2 min
A checklist for your first apartment search!
Now that you've started your search for apartments, here are some main checkpoints you'll cross before you finally select and move into...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 13
- 2 min
What you need to know before renting a Basement Suite
A basement suite is a secondary suite that is quite literally underground or below ground level. These suites can have shared,...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 13
- 2 min
Choosing to live with roommates
Approximately more than 15% of young adults live with a roommate. There are two ways to select your roommates when searching for a home...
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Maurine Njunge
- Jan 13
- 2 min
Top 5 things you should know before living off-campus
1. Research your Neighborhood Each city offers its own neighbourhood crime map showing the crime statistics and trends within the...
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