Think you’ve found the best apartment to rent? It’s spacious, reasonably priced, and designed to impress. What more could you want?! Well, a lot more, actually. It might be a good idea to go over a few specifics before signing…
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Healthy at home this flu season
The beginning of autumn, besides the colorful landscapes and carved pumpkins, mean winds and frost and Flu. Flu season generally runs from October to May and it is impossible to predict how bad this year will be. One thing is…
Have yourself a safe, stylish autumn
Colorful autumn is in the backyard, rolling in the grass and playing with the trees; leaves are turning rich and the days will soon become crisp. You can already smell cinnamon and baked apples, and the fireplaces are heating the…
Only you can prevent apartment fires
Fall is now upon us and heating systems are turned on, fireplaces crackle and candles are lit to chase away the dark and cold hours. But the comfort of warmth and light can come with a price. According to the…
Welcome fall into your apartment
Fall has officially arrived with its many unique joys: pumpkin patches, football, Halloween candy, scarves, Thanksgiving and burning fireplaces. Here are a few tips on how to welcome fall in your apartment. Whether you bought that giant flat screen to…
Tips for new renters
As a renter, it can be hard to know what to expect from the experience before move-in. You may pick a home based on location, unit condition, size and other tangibles, but the day-to-day routine of life in your new…
Chalk it up with back to school decor
With back-to-school in full force, what better way to relive the nostalgia of school, without actually having to go back? By doing some swift and easy décor upgrades in your apartment with chalkboards. There’s three ways to go about this:…
Nine back-to-school shopping tips
It’s that time of year again – for parents across the US, back-to-school stress might be on the brain. Here are a few shopping tips on how to tackle one of the most stressful activities of the start of the…
10 “Safe and Sound” questions to ask at your apartment
So you’re renting a new apartment or home. Congratulations! You’ve probably already covered the basics with your leasing agent or property manager, but these 10 questions you may not have thought of. Ask them, and take appropriate action based on…
Roommates can be a financial lifeline
Renting has become the lifestyle of choice for many young adults. Some people turn to renting to escape the financial hurdles associated to homeownership, others simply prefer sharing space because it’s more cost-efficient and sustainable. No matter the reason, the…