GuidesAugust 24, 2026
The First-Time Renter's Safety Checklist
13 things to check before signing a rental agreement: from owner legitimacy to bathroom water pressure.
Anindita Prameswari · 6 min read
NgeKos Blog
Guides to boarding-house life: finding a place, moving in, and staying on good terms with housemates.
MoneyAugust 10, 2026
Kos vs Apartment: Do the Yearly Math, Not Just Monthly Rent
Apartment rent looks reasonable until you add prepaid electricity, security, and parking. Here's the breakdown.
Bagus Wicaksono · 5 min read
LifestyleJuly 28, 2026
Boarding-House Etiquette Everyone Forgets
Laundry left on the shared line, speakers at 11 pm, borrowed items without asking. The unwritten rules, written down.
Larissa Hutami · 5 min read
GuidesJuly 15, 2026
How to Negotiate Rent Without Offending the Owner
Negotiation is about timing and data: lease length, room condition, and realistic comparables from the neighborhood.
Rafael Sanjaya · 5 min read
LifestyleJuly 2, 2026
Rentable Room Decor You Can Take When You Move
Paper lanterns, posters hung with washi tape, and drill-free shelves. Make it home without losing your deposit.
Larissa Hutami · 5 min read
SafetyJune 18, 2026
6 Small Habits That Keep You Safer in a Boarding House
Photocopy important documents, save your neighbor's number, learn the street's busy hours. Simple but effective.
Anindita Prameswari · 5 min read