Renter’s Advice and Resources

Health & Safety

Keeping Fruit Flies Away

Lisa Bernstein

 · Aug 25, 2009

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Fruit flies are one of the greatest nuisances that can infest your home. If you have them, you’ll see tiny flies flying around your home. Adult fruit flies are about 1/8 inch long, including the wings, and are dull, tan to brownish yellow or brownish black with feathery antennae. Their eyes are usually bright red. […]

Messy roommates undermine even the best efforts to keep a clean home. Cleaning your apartment is essential to living in a healthy environment. Learn the best tips to improving your situation when you’re living with uncleanly roommates. Communicate But Don’t Aggravate If you don’t let your messy roommates know there’s a problem, nothing will change. […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 24, 2009

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Since so many people will hire outside help when their carpet gets dirty, many people don’t know the process of cleaning carpets. If the blemish or smell is new, it’s not much of a problem. It’s old stains and smells that need special cures. Whatever the case, this article offers 5 tips on how to […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 20, 2009

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Whether you realize it or not, identity theft is something that you, as an apartment dweller, should worry about. With the amount of personal information being collected and stored these days, every effort should be made to minimize the odds of your information falling into the wrong hands. What is Identity Theft? Identity theft results […]

Lisa Bernstein

 · Aug 17, 2009

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When you select an apartment, make sure that you are comfortable with the level of security and safety. If you don’t feel confident about the safety of the apartment and the surrounding area, don’t take the place. 1. The Building Itself Pick a new or an up-to-date building. New or modern buildings come equipped with […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 15, 2009

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Some people have a knack for keeping their apartment clean. While each person manages their home a little differently, you can improve your room’s regular tidiness by organizing a cleaning routine. The best way to do this is to create a cleaning schedule. Cleaning Goals Generally speaking, your goal is to keep your apartment clean, […]

Lisa Bernstein

 · Aug 14, 2009

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One of the most important rooms in your apartment that needs child proofing is the bathroom. Because it’s such a high-traffic room, there are a lot of potential hazards that you might not think about. Here are some tips to keep the bathroom safe for your small children. 1. Sharp Corners There’s usually at least one […]

Staff Writer

 · Aug 13, 2009

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Apartment safety can be a matter of life and death for women living alone. Consequently, it is important to evaluate the safety of your apartment building or complex and make a plan to increase your personal safety. Women’s safety necessitates an awareness of dangerous situations and strategies to keep yourself safe. Dangerous Areas in Apartment […]

Lisa Bernstein

 · Aug 12, 2009

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Mold can be one of the biggest problems facing renters: it can cause a variety of health problems and property damage. If a mold problem isn’t addressed, it’s easy for health problems to become severe. When you’re considering a new apartment, it’s crucial to check for any signs of mold first, rather than counting on […]

Oh My Apartment

 · Aug 10, 2009

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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 […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Aug 8, 2009

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