Rachael Weiner

Looking for a roommate can be a difficult task. After you’ve asked around to see if anyone you know needs a roommate-or has an acquaintance who does-your next best bet is to post an ad on Craigslist. Posting an ineffective ad is a waste of your time. Here’s how you can create an attractive ad […]

Don’t let your apartment’s lack of a gym complex keep you from breaking a sweat–home workouts are your solution. Not only do home workouts allow you to stay fit from the comfort of your own apartment, they don’t require using fancy equipment. Here are three simple home workouts for you to try. 1. Cardio Circuit […]

Keeping your apartment clean is important to feeling comfortable in your space. The chore is often easier to control when you live alone as opposed to living with roommates. When you’re living with roommates, however, the best way to ensure a clean apartment is to create a cleaning schedule. Unfortunately, simply creating a schedule doesn’t guarantee your […]

If you’re living with a roommate in a relationship, be prepared to start sharing space with his or her significant other. Your attitude about having that person around will have a big impact on how things turn out. For the purpose of this article, we’ll call the significant other “Dave.” What to Do When Significant […]

When you move into an apartment, chances are doing laundry doesn’t top your list of expenses. Compared to rent and utilities, laundry is a small expense-but one that can add up if you don’t keep track of how much you’re spending. With a little planning, you can save money and time doing laundry. Here are […]

On hot summer days, there’s nothing nicer than coming home to a cool apartment (and nothing more miserable than coming home to a place that’s way too hot). Keep the heat and stuffiness out and the cool temperatures in by following these easy tips. 1. Keep the Shades Drawn During the Daytime Allowing sunlight to […]

Decorating small bedrooms can be a challenge, especially when you desire a larger look and feel in the space. Fortunately, there are design tips you can incorporate to make your bedroom appear more spacious. Start with the Bed Chances are the size of your bed will be the biggest thing to take into consideration as […]

Depending on your life situation, you may not be in the market for a traditional twelve month apartment lease. Fortunately, you have options. Know when to choose a short, long or month-to-month apartment lease by reading below. When to Choose a Short Lease Short leases are typically offered in three-month increments (three months, six months or […]

Cooking will fill your kitchen with delicious smells, but those pleasant aromas can quickly turn to odors if you don’t take proper steps to clean after you’re finished. Eliminate odors after cooking by following these tips: 1. Store Leftovers Properly As soon as you’re finished cooking and eating, gather all leftovers, place them in tightly sealed […]

When finding apartment furniture for your place, you have the option of looking for both new and used items. Knowing the pros and cons of both new and used furniture will help make furnishing your apartment a seamless process. The Ins and Outs of New Furniture New furniture is great because it’s easy to find […]