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Maintenance Guy Not Due for a Week? DIY It!
· Apr 14, 2016
So you’re a fortunate tenant: you’ve got a landlord who’s accessible and comes through, when you need repairs. However, this time around, for whatever reason, those few things you need to have fixed around the apartment will have to wait a week or so. No problem. Chances are that it’s not that much of an […]
Renters are in an “Empire State of Mind” as ApartmentRatings.com today named New York City as the city with the most satisfied apartment renters in the United States. We’ve compiled a list of U.S. cities ranked by renter satisfaction after analyzing hundreds of thousands of ApartmentRatings.com reviews submitted in 2015. New York City topped the […]
· Jan 26, 2016
There are few things more frustrating than moving into a cute new apartment that has all the comforts of home, sports newly renovated facilities, and suits you to a “t”… only to discover that the acoustics are bad: you hear echoes, and the ceilings and floors reverberate so sharply that a simple walk through […]
· Aug 7, 2015
If you’re one of the lucky ones who has access to a swimming pool in their apartment complex, than it’s something you should be using on a regular basis, weather permitting. You’re definitely being charged for the upkeep of the pool in your rent, so you might as well get as much use out of […]
· Jun 2, 2015
By Anthony Lolli Homeowners have been able to pay their mortgages electronically for years. Now, thanks to a number of great new services, renters are finally starting to get the same option. Not only is online rent payment convenient, it comes with a slew of other benefits, as well. Flexible Payment Methods Remembering to write […]
· May 13, 2013
The National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) has selected Kelly Tabolt of Winn Residential as the winner of its 2013 “Get Reel” Career Video Challenge, which invites people working in the industry to share with others what they enjoy most about their jobs and the many career opportunities to be found in multifamily housing. NAAEI […]
· Mar 26, 2013
We have just released our 2nd annual rankings of renter satisfaction for the 100 largest college towns and college cities in the country. Topping this year’s list is Berkeley, Calif., home to the University of California-Berkeley, the oldest university in the UC system. Berkeley beat out its neighbor, and last year’s winner, Davis, California. See […]
· May 25, 2011
Grimacing as you throw away recyclables may leave you wondering how to get recycling bins in your apartment complex. If your apartment doesn’t currently offer recycling, take initiative and get bins added to your apartment complex. Step 1: Speak with Your Landlord Your landlord probably knows how to get recycling bins in your apartment complex […]
· Apr 12, 2011
When holding apartment pool birthday parties, there’s more to the planning than simply asking everyone to show up. If you want the birthday party to be a memorable, safe and fun event, follow these tips: 1. Speak with Your Landlord There may be complex community rules about inviting more than a few non-resident guests to […]
· Jan 31, 2011
A meal delivery service is one alternative to eating out all the time, which can drain your expenses and lead to weight gain. While the ideal situation is to cook your own meals, that may not be possible if you’re a busy apartment dweller. Rather than sacrifice your health, consider finding a service that can […]
· Jan 12, 2011