Living in an Apartment With a Roommate
Posted on January 18, 2008
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Living close to where you work can be a real bargain, especially now with the cost of gas rising. Driving a long distance to work is not feasible when you are trying to save money anymore. By getting an apartment that is closer to your workplace and a roommate, you will be saving yourself a lot of money. Aside from having a roommate to share the rent, he or she can also help to pay the utility bills and groceries.
When you have an apartment and you work all day, once you come home you may not feel like cooking, and opt to grab something from a fast food place. This can become a costly habit when it is done several times a week. But, when you have a roommate you can alternate who does the cooking, so that you take turns. Eating at home rather than out all the time, can save a lot of money and it is more fun to eat with someone than it is eating alone. Aside from saving you money by eating at home, it can be a healthier venture as well.
With gas prices reaching an all-time high this summer, saving money on an apartment but driving further is not as feasible as it once was. When you live closer to your work you can save a lot of money on gas and wear and tear on your vehicle. And if you happen to have a roommate who is also a co-worker then you have the added benefit of carpooling to work when your schedules match up. By alternating who does the driving each week, you can avoid any arguments over who does the driving.
Another added perk of having a roommate when you both work, is that the chores are shared in much the same way as the bills. It is much easier to maintain the upkeep of the apartment when you work together or split the chores. And you may be fortunate enough to have a roommate who enjoys the chores that you detest doing. Chores can be worked out much like the cooking schedule so that you do not feel overwhelmed after a long day at work.
Having a roommate when you work makes living in an apartment much easier. Whether it is a co-worker or a friend you can share in all the aspects of apartment living. Sharing the bills and rent are just a part of what roommates can do for one another. Having someone to cook with and eat your meals with is a huge perk and a lot healthier for you when the alternative is eating out all the time. Chores are also easier to keep up with when you do not have to do them all by yourself.
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On the right side of the web page, directly underneath the picture of me where it says “TokyoCooney” is a text box. In small blue text it says “more info” click that and read the text description of the video. I believe in you! Yes you can! You can do it!
looooool. i mean yea totally and he’s also kinda like aww shit there goes my laptop ok ok play it cool u can’t stop the recording now we’v gone so far. *tries to wipe it out as much as he cans in the next 2 secs while looking on the camera and talking*
You forgot to mention transportation cost!!!
Damn subway for Tokyo is sure expensive!!!
Have a look at
http://tokyo.asiaxpat.com/property/serviced.asp
you can see rent starts at 315,000 per month (3,266 dollars) and rise to 1,500,000 yen per month (15,555 dollars).
The popular areas are Aoyama and around Omotesando station/near the Prada shop. Hiro and Roppongi are also popular.
This site looks like it has all the answers for you.
http://www.oceans.co.jp/property_aoyamaomotesando.html
I can have a good night out on 5,000 yen (50 dollars) so you can multiply this a few times over because expats aren't thrifty.
TTC
C. The rent you could receive if you rented it to someone else
At 2:25, did you knock over a glass? Your face for a second is like…’Crap…there goes that vodka…’
I just moved here about a month ago and found a 1 br + loft condo in phoenix for 695 a month less than 10 minutes from Scottsdale, I work of N. 7th Ave and the 101. It was 150.00 deposit for electricity. Let me know if you need any office help! Good luck.
i think this is the first video on youtube that had the camera on someone’s face, and that someone was talking about something not exactly humorous that I actually watched from beginning to end… I want to go to Tokyo
does anybody know the name of this song? HELP PLEASE.
sorry, still cannot find the name. CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME. THANKS.
1300 +
but i have a good deal in a really good area…its a huge 2 bedroom for 1170
what about working at a department store
go to
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/
for aprtments…and go on housing…then click on apartment/housing for rent then type in ur area
Get rid of your internet, cable & cell phone "plan." Get a pre-paid phone instead. Shop at Farmer's Markets. Buy versatile clothing~ ones you can mix & match. Hope even this little bit helps.
Its written in the video description on the side. It always is.
wow, internet will cost me P3000 (converted in peso) in Tokyo compared to P1200 that i pay in my country. Nevertheless, from what i heard the salary will compensate for the high standard of living there.
I am looking for such info as well….the local newspaper. They list all available apts and the going rates. When you visit the aprtment they might be able to give you idea on cost of utilities, and you might call comcast yourself…Some large apt complexes have special rates.
Check the paper. Forget Craig's List…too many day-dreamers looking for mansions, with pools, on the beach for squat.
This reminds me of when I was in Moscow and someone asked me "how much do houses cost in America?" Hmm… its a bit too vague of a question to give an absolute answer to.
Depends on the size of the apartment, bedrooms, neighborhood, amenties. You werent real specific. Not sure if your single or have kids what you bring in per month or where in the country you are.
But if you are in the midwest you can expect to pay between $495-$515+ for a 1 bed room in a good neighborhood or $525-$650 for a 2 bedroom in good neighborhoods. But I would say with everything included around $1100 – $1200 if your single and your responsible with money. Family of 3 $1500 – $1800+. If you have car payments, daycare then you can add another $400-800 to the total above!
thats a ridiculous question because you didnt tell us what part of california. if you live in newport about 2000 for a one bedroom, in comptom maybe 500, in san fran maybe 2500