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The ABCs of Rent-Controlled Apartments

Bonface Landi

 · Sep 2, 2021

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“Rent control” refers to a state government’s decision to limit the rent a landlord can charge. In simpler terms, if a tenant in Texas pays $1,000 a month living in a rent-controlled apartment, it’s illegal for the landlord to charge them more than that in the future. Of course, since each state has different costs […]

Apart from the beautiful weather, one of the most exciting things about summer is dusting off the grill and preparing some delicious meals outdoors.

Bonface Landi

 · Jul 15, 2021

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Prime Day is almost here, and it’s time to get excited about all the amazing bargains on the horizon. But with so many deals and only two days to nab them, how can you possibly know what Amazon will be bringing to the table? The answer is…us! Here’s the scoop on all the hottest deals […]

Lisa Wright

 · Jun 17, 2021

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If you’re looking for an apartment online, you might see an attached floor plan to help you understand the dimensions and layout of the space. However, reading, and better yet, actually understanding the floor plan is essential to getting to know an apartment and all it has to offer. So, how do you go about […]

Lisa Wright

 · May 25, 2021

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Time is a precious commodity everyone wishes they had more of. And while there’s no way to increase the number of days in a week, there are lots of ways to transform and improve your space fast.

Bonface Landi

 · May 20, 2021

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A well-organized and pleasant outdoor area is something everyone craves.

Bonface Landi

 · Apr 27, 2021

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A couple of weeks ago, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) held its 54th annual convention – this time completely online. In brief, CES is the biggest, most famous, and most important consumer technology show in the world. It’s held every year to showcase all the new gadgets and gizmos coming out in the year (and […]

dporder

 · Feb 2, 2021

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Shopping for holiday gifts will be a little different this year than it has in the past, with the impact of the novel coronavirus still yet to be fully determined.

Hana Ames

 · Oct 15, 2020

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In these unprecedented times, people are struggling to afford basic necessities like monthly rent and utilities. Property company Zillow reported that around 2.7 million adults in the United States found themselves moving back home and living with a parent or grandparent in March and April as the coronavirus pandemic spread around the country.

Hana Ames

 · Aug 25, 2020

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With websites like AirBNB boasting that you can find adventures and access unique homes, experiences, and places around the world, it’s no wonder that more people are choosing vacation rentals over hotels.

Hana Ames

 · Aug 20, 2020

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