What are the expenses of living in an apartment? What obligations come with signing on the dotted line? Is it good to have roommates? This video explains to first-time renters how to locate, lease, and set up an apartment while avoiding common problems. They'll learn about dealing with rental agents, evaluating a unit's condition, reading leases, getting renters' insurance, having the utilities turned on, and handling the roommate option. Information on moving and finding furniture on a budget is also included. Correlates to all applicable National and State Educational Standards including the NCLB Act.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on Apr. 14, 2010. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Choosing Roommates (2:15) -- Tips for Living with Roommates (1:23) -- Apartment Wants and Needs (2:27) -- Apartment Features and Amenities (1:06) -- What Can You Afford? (1:10) -- Finding the Right Apartment (1:25) -- Potential Apartment Checklist (1:09) -- Signing the Lease (2:53) -- Moving In and Rental Insurance (2:42) -- Apartment Utility Bills (1:20).