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How I did it: Pretty much road off of the coattails of my three-year roommate, Jenn. She was uber-organized and liked to take charge on boring projects. She even had an awesome spreadsheet for the occasion. So, I guess I could recommend the spreadsheet. Read how I did it…

How I did it: I used the internet and friend suggestions.  I looked at a lot of places, and talked to a lot of people. There are so many places out there that are not suitable places to live.  I didn't settle for anything less than what I wanted, and it worked out in the end.  I love my place now, and it's really starting to feel like home. Read how I did it…

How I did it: I looked through every resource I had available - two or three newspapers, a weekly classifieds newspaper, and craigslist as often as possible. I made a list of possible apartments to go over with my boyfriend, and then I called the apartments. We actually got lucky. By the time we were in a position to actually get an apartment (We had started looking a month before, and then a little bit before then... but we realized quickly we had sta… Read how I did it…

How I did it: We actually got really lucky. A friend of ours was renting out his newly purchased loft after all the renovations were complete. He gave us a good deal on a place that would otherwise be way out of our budget. So, my advice? Get lucky? It seemed to help us out.  Read how I did it…

How I did it: Craigslist!  Right now we're living with another couple and I'm going insane.  Our lease doesn't end until August, so we've compromised and will be moving into our new place (around the corner!!) in July, so I only have two more months to stick it out.  Finally!  No more slammy doors, no more recycling in the garbage, no more "backyard brought to you by tabacco."  Read how I did it…