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APARTMENT GUIDE
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26. 2006
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2111 Kasold Dr.
M milestones. A baby's first steps, the first time behind the wheel of a car, high school
"A lot of times people don't really consider everything that living in an apartment entails,"
graduation, finding a job after earning a degree, and later, retirement from that job all are some of life's biggest events.
Somewhere between all that, however, is a situation almost everyone must face at one point during his or her time as a college student.
There are many differences between apartment living and life at home or in the dorms. Alissa Shull, Great Bend senior said, these differences are sometimes overlooked.
Leaving home or the dorms and moving into an apartment for the first time is one of the major changes college students must confront. The event signifies a time of independence and a step toward adulthood.
Shull said. "People need to recognize the major differences between the dorms and apartments well before they move in."
Shull works as a leasing agent for Property Management Services, Inc., in Lawrence. She helps people with any questions they have about living in an
they have about 1 in. apartment. She offered several tips to make a smooth transition into apartment living.
"Know that you will have to be responsible and motivate yourself to look for a place." Shull said. "The first and most important thing you have to do is plan ahead."
Some students find it hard to begin looking for an apartment, especially if they are already facing other stresses.
"Sometimes it's hard to find time to look for a place since I have class and work all week." Adam Varner, Belle Plaine freshman said. "It's all kind of overwhelming and hard to figure out where to even begin."
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Some students find it hard to begin looking for an apartment, especially if they are already facing other stresses.
Shull recommended beginning the search by deciding what part of town and which amenities (garage, washer and drier, central air conditioning, etc.) were most desirable.
Calling to set up appointments to see apartments that fit an attainable price range, along with planning out a budget to include bills and other expenses can also make sure there will be adequate money on hand each month.
"One of the major adjustments for me when moving from a dorm to an apartment was paying bills," Shull said. "Organize all your
bills, remember to pay them on time, and budget your money very carefully."
Roommate choice is another
issue that comes into play when moving into an apartment. Shull suggested analyzing roommate prospects to be sure they would be reliable with paying rent and bills each month. Also, discuss situations that may cause problems in advance, such as cleaning or paying for groceries. Do not choose people who could be possible risks for damaging property or even more serious offenses.
"Choose your roommates wisely because the things they do could come back to haunt you," Shull said.
Although the idea of facing such a big decision may seem intimidating to some, at least one student thought moving into an apartment for the first time was something to be embraced, not feared.
"I guess I'm a little nervous to move out of the dorms, but I'm mostly just excited," Varner said. "I'm ready to be out on my own and take care of my responsibilities in my own place."
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