Renter’s Advice and Resources

Recently, we reached a major milestone here at ApartmentRatings when we passed one million apartment reviews. We decided to take a look a some of the data to find out some trends in apartment living this year. Instead of just releasing the numbers, we thought we should ride the infographic trend and display the info […]

Adults and children can benefit from home safety products around the apartment. Whether you use them every day, or in emergencies, it’s important to have certain items on hand to help you survive a crisis or avoid injuries. Having what you need could be a matter of life and death. Check your supplies, and make […]

Swimming with your baby in a swimming pool can prove a positive bonding experience and help cool her down on hot summer days, so long as you take the proper precautions. 1. Baby Swim Equipment If you’re taking your baby to the pool, even if you don’t plan on taking her in the water, make […]

An essential step in practicing apartment safety is preparation for natural disasters. If you live in an area that is susceptible to earthquakes, have a disaster plan ready so you can spring into action in the event of a quake. Part of that disaster plan should be to stock up on an earthquake emergency kit, […]

It’s a duty as a fellow person and citizen to report any incidents of domestic violence to the police. There are also other places where you can report domestic violence and disturbances, and there are lots of ways that you can help someone in need. Here is what you can do if someone in your […]

During a fire emergency, you won’t have time to grab everything, so know ahead of time what’s worth grabbing in a hurry. Here’s a brief rundown of the materials items you should take with—if you have time. Prepare for It or Forget It No document or material item is worth an increased risk to your safety […]

Using a food processor makes preparing food much more convenient, but you should be aware of the potential hazards of the appliance so that taking the proper precautions to avoid an accident becomes second nature. Here are some common hazards and how to avoid them: 1 – Cut or Broken Fingers Handling the blades or […]

Knife sharpening is essential for pro and amateur cooks alike. Keeping your kitchen knives sharp will allow you to cut through food more easily, which also decreases your chance of cutting your fingers on a knife that catches or slips off of food (instead of slicing through evenly). However, sharpening can be dangerous, so be […]

Accident prevention is important for any residence, but particularly an apartment when space is limited and traffic is often higher. Making a few adjustments to your place can prevent serious and costly accidents. The following tips will assist you in making your apartment safe. 1. Watch the Cords In any residence an overloaded socket can […]