Off Campus Living- Allston


Off Campus Apartments Allston

Welcome to the fourth piece for Off Campus Living- brought to you every Monday by Boston Pads. We’re talking to students (and a few recent grads!) all around the Greater Boston Area that moved off campus for a variety of reasons. We’re asking them what prompted them to make the move, and why this was the best choice for them. We’re hoping this will help other students make more informed decisions and give a fun inside look into the lives of other students!

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Off Campus Living – Cambridge


Off Campus Apartments - Cambridge

Welcome to the third piece for Off Campus Living- brought to you every Monday by Boston Pads. We’re talking to students (and a few recent grads!) all around the Greater Boston Area that moved off campus for a variety of reasons. We’re asking them what prompted them to make the move, and why this was the best choice for them. We’re hoping this will help other students make more informed decisions and give a fun inside look into the lives of other students!

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Off Campus Living- Mission Hill



Welcome to the second piece for Off Campus Living- brought to you every Monday by Boston Pads. We’re talking to students (and a few recent grads!) all around the Greater Boston Area that moved off campus for a variety of reasons. We’re asking them what prompted them to make the move, and why this was the best choice for them. We’re hoping this will help other students make more informed decisions and give a fun inside look into the lives of other students!

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Why Landlords Deny Apartment Applications


Why Landlords Deny Apartment Applications

Landlords and apartment management companies decline applications for a variety of reasons. In today’s market, it’s important to secure tenants who don’t present much risk. It can be extremely costly to owners if residents must be evicted or simply break their lease. Not only will they not be collecting rent during this period, it is time consuming to go through the entire process of using the courts to evict. Here are some of the main reasons to reject applications.

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Off Campus Living – Somerville


Off Campus Living - Somerville

Welcome to Off Campus Living– brought to you every Monday by Boston Pads. We’re talking to students (and a few recent grads!) all around the Greater Boston Area that moved off campus for a variety of reasons. We’re asking them what prompted them to make the move, and why this was the best choice for them. We’re hoping this will help other students make more informed decisions and give a fun inside look into the lives of other students!

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How to Ace the Application Process as a Student


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Students come to Boston in order to attend some of the most well known and prestigious universities in the world. Although there is an estimated 152,000 students that reside in the city of Boston, many students struggle to secure an off-campus apartment because they do not have enough financial proof to show that they are capable of paying the rent. In addition to this, landlords can feel skeptical as to how well students can take care of their property.

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Tips for Dividing Chores among Roommates



Moving into a new place is super exciting and can feel like a new beginning. Living with roommates can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a lot work. Cleaning is one of those tasks that can be difficult to get everyone to contribute to equally. Read below for our tips on how to make dividing chores among roommates a less stressful situation!

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7 Tips for Improving Wi-Fi Connection in Your Apartment



Picture this: you’re all moved into your new apartment that you’ve been excited about for months. You cozy up with a blanket and begin to type in the search bar shopping for décor for your new pad. Finally, your results begin loading and the page states… “poor wi-fi connection.” Having wi-fi trouble can cause stress when it comes to writing papers, connecting with friends and family on social media and watching your favorite shows. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to improve wi-fi connection in your apartment! Read below for our tips.

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Things to do in Boston that offer Student Discounts


Boston Student Discounts

Many college and university students in Boston are new to the city. Some have lived here their whole lives, but love it so much, they decided to stay. However well you know Boston, there is always more of it to explore. Once you are settled into your Boston off-campus housing, check out these things to do in Boston that are a bargain for students!

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What Is A Guarantor and Do I Need One?


should i get a guarantor

Many people who are looking for student housing in Boston are also getting ready to sign their first lease. At Off-Campus Pads, we understand that the whole process can be overwhelming. Boston is a huge city, with tons of off-campus housing options to consider, and there are a lot of factors that go into planning for your new apartment. That is why Off-Campus Pads includes a comprehensive guide to parents and co-signers in our Resources section. Here is a guide to guarantors – or co-signers – from the student perspective.

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