Home Improvements Tips for students

It doesn’t matter how small your rental abode is, you can always make it feel like your home. Most Indian students prefer to share rental accommodation with someone and fail to personalize the living space leading to emotions like not belonging in the place and homesickness. Here are a few simple things that can be done to make your rented house, a home away from home!

Curtains up!

Curtains add character to any room and if the room depends a lot on natural light, it could very well provide a complete makeover to the space! You can’t change the color of the walls but you sure can put up a shade or two to give the room a glow in the shade you love.

Let there be light…

Light fixtures talk a lot about your taste. Any house owner would not object you adding decor to the space as long as it does not need additional hammering of nails or running external wiring over the walls! LED lights do not shoot up the power bill numbers while giving a soothing feel when the sun goes down.

Stow smart

Smart, multi-purpose storage solutions not only help reduce the clutter but will also make it that much easier when you move to the next place.

Corner tables, shelves that extend, smart boards are some of the many things that you can use to be canny in space management.

Throw in some greens!

Plants not only add to the sense of freshness to your room but also gives you a sense of responsibility and can be a good alternative to pets. Make sure you water them and do not let the dirt spill over the expensive carpet!

There are lot of apartment for rent in Jersey City with all facilities for students.

Do’s Of Having Roommate Guests – Roommate’s Peace

Roommate etiquette don’t cost much, but having roommates’ guest do. Every time, a roommate guest arrive, there are some inevitable costs. Here are the do’s of having roommate guests. What’s good about sharing our space with a roommate is we get tamed! Let me tell you what the magic behind roommate bonding is – “compromise”.

Note: Taking in roommate guests is fun too. What if they’re good, while your roommate is a renowned prick?

#Roommates’ Boyfriend

Personally, I don’t mind my roommate bringing in her boyfriend. As long as, nobody is going to steal mine, boyfriend isn’t a trouble.

Unlike me, there are many who mind their roommate’s boyfriend. So, speaking up their expectations regarding the stay-over of boyfriend would prevent clashes.

#How long would be the stay of your roommates’ guest?

What if your roommate’s guest is going to be rude, having an elaborate shower in the morning? Besides, you’ll be getting on your nerves, as you’re getting late to work.

So, it’s not quirky to ask your roommate about the stay of her guest. Also, be assertive about your shower time!

Many a times, there are chances of us reconciling with our roommates, once we get along with their guests!

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How much do you need to live in NYC?

“UNO!”

I said, as I was dropping my last card from the deck. I was looking out the window from my friend’s 2 bedroom unit. At 12 am in the morning, I felt quirky, when I was recalling the ways he was fighting to cope. I was looking at his treadmill, which was the result of frugal living in NYC. By the time he was done battling with jobs and standing his grounds, he realized how much he needs to live in NYC.

Spare the Upper West Side and Yuppies.

Rental costs has dropped

 Decent living with a bit of privacy given up, renters could live fairly in the neighborhoods of Bedford Park, Queens, Bronx and Williams Bridge spending approximately around $1,400 for accommodation. Rental expense could be brought down a bit, when shared with roommates/housemates.

Coming to high-end living in Upper West side figures have turned out to be nightmares. It’s such a fright in the eyes of an average renter. Localities like Greenwich Village demands up to $4,017 as monthly rent.

Eat-to-live, no cuisine dinner

Drop the idea of luxury dinner every Saturday. People have had the shock of their lives, when well-known lousy cooks in their circle surprised them with an immaculate home-cooked lunch and dinner. My friend learnt to shop for groceries on coupon (I’m contagious in a way ;)!!)  

Craving for fresh food in NYC? Then you might consider overnight threats to big names! He buys his favorite drink for $4.37 per gallon – MILK. He hardly thinks about having pot-roasted beef. He rather prefers poultry. He could afford an ample amount of chicken breast at $5.52 per lb.

Like I said, I’m contagious he grows his sweet kitchen garden and balcony garden. Inexpensive home vegetable garden at $100.

Also, he visits ‘The Lobster Place’ often these days. Buying fishes are a bit cheaper in the fish markets of New York City.

Cellphone bills

Only figure that doesn’t scare him to death. With concession and planning he pays about $75 per month. Why to spend on phone conversation, when he could do it longer on internet?

Utility bills

He gets shaky during summer – It’s extremely hot from mid-May – Mid September.

He jitters during winter – Snow is piled up everywhere; thermostat and heaters demands his attention.

Spring and fall – he’s totally at peace.

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How to evict a problematic tenant?

Jerks disappear even without thinking about the plight they’re going to land on. Evicting a troublesome tenant isn’t a child’s play. Treatment differs for some. State laws favor the just always.  Especially sociopathic tenants don’t need the landlady’s say.

No problematic tenant would find it easier to find a rented flat.

When to think about evicting the problematic tenant?

Alice says in most of the cases it’s the unexpected pour of guests. Of course, one could be sociable without breaking the core laws.

Reality holding elderly landlords, also holds their inability to bear with sleep overs, loud music and noisy pets.

Note: A pet owner or not, it’s a perk to dwell in pet-friendly apartments.

On top of the misery comes wrecking the property. Four shots of tequila would’ve fetched you that “yee-haw” status on Facebook and Twitter, but not on the walls and fences.

Damaging property leads to forfeit in some ways. You never knew it’s coming. Property insurance doesn’t get into the picture because somebody has violated the agreement.

It happens with most of the megalomaniacs, who never knew that they’re driving by the firing line.

Notice, landlord and the Tenant Act

Some thought on the legal steps pertaining to Landlord Tenant Act. No landlord seals the copy of eviction notice without State Attorney General declaring it.

Most of the state orders 30 days of eviction notice.

Note: In some states,60 days of eviction notice is a must.

When things go haywire….

Being too much of a jerk is absolutely pathetic. They’ll be ordered by the court to move immediately. It comes so sound as UNLAWFUL DETAINER LAWSUIT.

It happens with the due. While signing the lease, it would be a brilliant step to brief your financial ups and downs. There are times of recession brought along by loss of job. An organized tenant would let the landlord know what he’s going through.

Every tenant has his own trait. Keeping tabs with the rules happens fairly with 95% 0f them.

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Hostel Tips - Lazy shortcuts to keep your room clean

Students living in hostel detest cleaning! Think of a bachelor living pod, you immediately picture untidy rooms with unorganized stuff. Most students are pre-occupied with their studies to bother about their room while the rest are just too lazy!

We have a few tips that would make cleaning a lot simpler, dedicated to the smart yet lazy students.

Cleaning the Carpet

Do you have a pet? Is your roommate losing a lot of hair? Dust and hair are a pain to remove from the carpet. The straightforward solution of using a vacuum cleaner poses the threat of the cleaner being clogged! Worst-case scenario you could even damage your vacuum cleaner.

Housing Corner Tip – Use a squeegee! It works! The hair and dust balls are easier to remove with a squeegee which costs much less than a new vacuum cleaner.

Removing stains

Carpets and drapes are prone to stains in a bachelor pad. A party or a movie night is bound to leave marks of awesomeness all over the place! Long hours of washing is not going to be of any use and dry cleaners or carpet cleaners are too costly to be a frequent solution.

Housing Corner Tip – Try baking soda. Spread it on the stain and let it cure overnight. Vacuum later to see the magic!

Smart Duster

Dust is easy to remove – almost any cloth or material can be used to clean dust. However, most dusters unsettle the dust and cause allergies. Tailor-made dusters for this purpose are costly and also cannot be reused all the time. Some people use tissues or toilet paper which leave fibers behind.

Housing Corner Tip – Use old regular whites or a coffee filter as a duster. These capture dust without dispersing and are cheaper!

Stay tuned for the second part of this article. Tell us if these tips were useful in the comments section below.

Home Improvements Tips for students

It doesn’t matter how small your rental abode is, you can always make it feel like your home. Most Indian students prefer to share rental accommodation with someone and fail to personalize the living space leading to emotions like not belonging in the place and homesickness. Here are a few simple things that can be done to make your rented house, a home away from home!

Curtains up!

Curtains add character to any room and if the room depends a lot on natural light, it could very well provide a complete makeover to the space! You can’t change the color of the walls but you sure can put up a shade or two to give the room a glow in the shade you love.

Let there be light…

Light fixtures talk a lot about your taste. Any house owner would not object you adding decor to the space as long as it does not need additional hammering of nails or running external wiring over the walls! LED lights do not shoot up the power bill numbers while giving a soothing feel when the sun goes down.

Stow smart

Smart, multi-purpose storage solutions not only help reduce the clutter but will also make it that much easier when you move to the next place.

Corner tables, shelves that extend, smart boards are some of the many things that you can use to be canny in space management.

Throw in some greens!

Plants not only add to the sense of freshness to your room but also gives you a sense of responsibility and can be a good alternative to pets. Make sure you water them and do not let the dirt spill over the expensive carpet!

There are lot of apartment for rent in jersey city with all facilities for students.

Student Furniture - What is best for your room?

As a student in the US, finding accommodation is the easy part. There is a lot of help online to help you find a roommate or a cheap rental accommodation. However, the tougher part is to set up the place you move into, a comfy and welcoming space that would help you study and grow in your career.

Most college students spend a majority of their time in the room studying and without the right furniture, it can get tiring real soon! Students who sit on the bed and study are prone to dozing off and those who walk and read get tired too soon. Here is what you should have in your room as a student to help you study to the max potential.

Sturdy Study Desk

A good study desk is indispensable for studying long hours. Writing assignments or taking notes is a lot easier when you sit down at a desk and write. Do not go for a portable fold out desk. These move around a lot and will be a hindrance for your concentration. A sturdy desk that is of ideal dimension should be the key.

*Expert Tip: If your room is tight on space, go for a corner table that will help you liberate more space.

Comfy Chair

An ergonomic chair is very important to help you go for long hours without feeling tired. The chair should complement your desk – if you chair is good but is of the height that makes your desk unusable then it is not of any use! Your chair should also have the leeway to allow you to flex, stretch and relax. Go for a chair with arms – it will help reduce fatigue. Make sure the back of the chair is ventilated or has breathable fabric else you will be getting up more often than required.

*Expert Tip: Avoid chairs that have rollers! Though they might give you a lot of freedom to move around while sitting they are once again a source of distraction while studying.

Productive Desk Items

Productivity is the key word here! Yes, you can have a photo of loved ones in your desk or maybe even a parking slot for your phone but try and stack up as much as productive stuff on your desk as possible. A good lamp is indispensable. If you have a roommate and do not want to disturb during your late night marathons, a night lamp should come in handy.

A pen stand that has provisions to store pins, stapler, tags etc. will help you be organized. An alarm clock helps too! If you are running out of steam and need a quick nap, make sure that you set the alarm. There are nifty alarms that buzz during regular intervals. If you have the habit of nodding off midway through a chapter – this could be your life saver!

What else do you have on your desk? Share it with us and get featured here…

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