Nina +Follow🧠 “Broke? Same. But I still need beauty to survive.”First apartment in Boston. No headboard. No budget. No aesthetic privilege. Just $3.99 thrift finds, Muji knockoffs, and pure coping energy. Here’s how I made my tiny studio feel like a Tokyo convenience store meets Korean cafe meets “girl who journals about everything.” ↓ 🛒 Budget Girl Starter Pack: • $7 rice lamp from Facebook Marketplace • Clear bins because ✨emotions are chaotic✨ • One good mug. Just one. • The illusion of routine • That one Japanese pen I guard like it’s my thesis #BudgetAesthetic #GradLife #BostonApartment #AsianGirlOnABudget #MinimalismButMakeItSad #CheapAndCute #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt00Share
Maggiewosy+FollowMust-know tips for renting your first apartmentGraduates, are you ready to rent your first place? My parents shared these 💡 insider tips that made my post-grad move stress-free: 1️⃣ Lock Down a Job First – Don’t rush into signing a lease without a stable income. 2️⃣ Proximity is Key – Rent close to work to save time and avoid costly commutes. 3️⃣ Skip the Middleman – Realtors charge fees; try asking local community workers for unlisted rentals. 4️⃣ Clarify Utility Costs – Always confirm water/electricity bills upfront to dodge hidden fees! With my parents as life coaches, moving out felt like a breeze. 🎉 What’s your top tip for first-time renters? #RentingTips #GradLife #MoneySavings #FirstApartment #ParentWisdom70Share
