Whether you’re moving out of your parent’s house or leaving behind a college dorm, getting your first apartment is a pretty big deal. It can also be an expensive endeavor, which is why it is so important to create a budget to determine how much rent you can afford. How Much Apartment Can You Afford? […]
Category: Money
How Not to Lose Your Security Deposit
Considering a security deposit on an apartment is no small chunk of change – usually equivalent to one or two months of rent – getting it back when you move out is pretty important. Here are a few things that you can do as a tenant to help ensure you do not lose your security […]
To Renew or Not to Renew
Your lease is about to end and you must decide to renew or start looking for a new place to call home. The best place to start when making this decision is by asking yourself a few key questions. Has my rent increased and if so is it a reasonable amount? What are comparable apartments […]
Shopper’s Rewards Program In Full Swing
OakParkApartments.com knows a good deal when it hears one and we want all Oak Park shoppers to start saving receipts from local Oak Park businesses because Downtown Oak Park’s (DTOP) Shopper’s Reward Program is underway. “What,” you ask, “is involved in the Shopper’s Reward Program?” Quite simply it is a way Oak Park rewards folks […]
The Pros of Having a Roomie
Roommates can offer more benefits then just the obvious plus of cheaper rent/splitting utility costs. Though saving $$ is a big reason to consider wanting to share a space OakParkApartments.com can point to a few other reasons of why having a roommate can be a positive experience. Security. Two people coming and going, especially if you […]
