Now that you have found your new apartment on StudentApt.com, here are a few Money Saving Tips to make your off campus living experience easy and affordable:

• Don't spend a lot on décor or accessories- there are plenty of creative decorating resources that won't drain your wallet
• Pay utility bills early or before they are due to avoid late fees
• Save money by keeping the A/C or heat off or at reasonable temperatures
• Turn off lights, and take shorter showers- find an apt that works off natural gas, it's usually more cost efficient
• If winters get cold insulate your windows with plastic
• Don't take the car to campus- try to get an apt close to campus so you can walk, ride your bike or take a shuttle- this saves money on gas and maintenance
• Beg your parents- they will feel a connection to you by letting you use their stuff or by buying you new stuff. The more they buy the less you have to