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

Will Rent Prices Go Down in 2023?

Read our predictions on how rental prices will change in 2023.

Budgeting

The 9 top budget apps for tracking + saving money in a new city

If you’re living in a new city, sticking to a budget can be tough. Here are the 5 best budgeting apps to keep you living within your means.

Apartment Searching

Why Is Rent Increasing?

Rent prices are at an all time high. Here’s why.

Budgeting

5 Effects of Inflation on House Prices

Wondering how the rate of inflation affects your current housing and apartment rent prices? Read to learn more about inflation and housing prices.

Budgeting

How to Deal With Rent Increase?

From reading the fine print to finding a new home.

Apartment Searching

How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent?

How often and by how much can your landlord increase rent? Read on to learn more.