Times are rough and we’re all trying to cut back a little. You buy a few less drinks at your favorite Happy Hour and you’ve been skipping your favorite dessert with dinner. But you can’t control the costs of most of your necessities- like where you live. But you sure can try.

Your home is a goldmine. I’m not referring to property value; I’m speaking of the loads of useless crap about the home (unused books, movies, videogames, clothing, and other miscellaneous items) that potential buyers are more than willing to drop a few bucks on–if you’re willing to part with it.

Being young, single and broke in New York almost always requires splitting costs. Sharing a space with roommates can have many beneficial results: living in a neighborhood or apartment that would otherwise be out of your reach, cutting costs and allowing you to maximize your savings, and potentially building life long friendships.

Congratulations. You’ve got a fancy college degree, a real job and a brand new apartment to signify your recent entry into adulthood. The next step is trading in that Target blow up couch and bean bag chair for some new, adult digs.