Budgeting

Trying to stretch your cash? We can help. This page features our best real-deal budgeting advice, with tips, tricks, and life hacks to help you live large on a small budget.

Here at Common, we’re no stranger to savvy budgeting. With our beautiful coliving homes, you get an affordable private room in the most vibrant, fast-growing neighborhoods across the country (think New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, and Seattle). In other words, we’re already make city living more cost-effective for thousands of Common members - these budgeting tips are just icing on the cake. Check back often to see our latest stories on smart money management, and browse the Common blog for must-reads on all things city living.

Budgeting

Rental Trends and Average Rent in Washington, DC

Read on to learn what the average rent in Washington, DC will be and other rental trends that will occur in 2023.

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How Often Can a Landlord Raise the Rent?

Have you recently experienced several rent increases within a short period of time? Read on and find out how often can a landlord raise the rent.

Budgeting

Budgeting Tips: How to Deal with Inflation?

Has inflation made it challenging for you to manage your expenses? Keep on reading for top 8 budgeting tips on how to deal with inflation.

Apartment Searching

Lease vs Rent: What’s The Difference?

Helping you understand what it means to lease vs rent and weighing the pros and cons of each option!

Budgeting

Rental Trends and Average Rent in Los Angeles, CA

Read on to learn what the average rent in Los Angeles will be and other rental trends that will occur in 2023.

Apartment Searching

The ultimate moving checklist: 50 crucial to-dos for a new apartment

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