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For many high school seniors it’s decision time. Those who received multiple offers of admission for college must now weigh the pluses and minuses of their chosen schools. Here at ApartmentRatings, we decided to help by releasing rankings of renter satisfaction for the 100 largest colleges in the United States. Topping the list was Davis […]

Taking the right steps to increase productivity is one way to achieve the goals you set for school, work or your business. When you’re not productive, you’ll waste time and energy which you can’t get back. You’ll miss opportunities to spend more time with family and friends, trying to play catchup. You won’t make the […]

Air circulation can have a large impact on the monthly electricity charge for an apartment. How well or how poor air circulates will effect how hard or how frequently the air conditioning and heating units need to function. Especially when there is only one air-conditioning unit in one window of an apartment, it can be difficult […]

There are some differences for city living as opposed to a small town lifestyle. Having an apartment in a large city often means the perk of having a doorman. A doorman’s job is a service, and as with many services, tips are expected. Knowing some universal tip guidelines will ensure a smooth transaction from the first […]

Apartment sitting is a fun way to earn some extra cash or help out a friend. Staying in a home other than your own can seem like a mini-vacation, one that costs very little to you. However, there are a few rules for apartment sitters that will ensure everyone’s happiness, safety and peace-of-mind. Follow the […]

Many people today want to make an attempt to go green in their home. Expensive energy efficient and water saving appliances may be out of your league and in an apartment there are only so many changes you can make anyways, but don’t give up. There are plenty of inexpensive things you can do around […]

When you’re in need of some quick cash or are simply looking to clear you apartment of old furniture and belongings, selling items on Craigslist is one of the best ways to do so quickly and effectively. Since Craigslist is a free tool to use, unlike eBay or a classified ad in your local newspaper, […]

Never underestimate the positive consequences that result from building a good relationship with your landlord. Whether you like them or not, they own your shelter, the apartment where you lay your head at night. There might be numerous other options for renting, but your current landlord can make the difference in you being offered a […]

Unexpected guests can come in both the welcome and the unwelcome variety, but in either case, a few tips to quickly cleaning up your apartment and possibly getting the guests out of the door asap can come in handy. Here’s how you can handle guests who drop in on you, depending on whether or not […]