Renter’s Advice and Resources

Raising kids in an apartment can be a challenge. No matter how big it is, kids always seem to exist in packs — which means it always seems crowded.

When it comes to children and home safety, it takes only one overlooked danger to cause an accident and perhaps even dire injury. You may think you have all of your child safety locks and electrical outlet plugs in place so that you’ve made your apartment safe for children, but there are a few potential […]

Every renter needs a small stash of basic cleaning supplies to keep their apartment clean and sanitary. However, the chemicals found in many generic and brand name products are harmful to those living in your home, especially children. They can also poison pets and plants. Prevent disastrous accidents from occurring by organizing cleaning your supplies […]

Living in an apartment may mean easy access to a pool, but that’s all the more reason you must discuss pool safety tips with your kids and any children who visit you. Making sure that you and all kids heading to the pool practice the following: 1 – Never Let Kids Swim Unattended What seems […]

Shopping for childrens furniture can be a lot of fun and there are often adorable pieces to choose from. Keep in mind that regardless of how cute or appealing a piece of furniture may be, safety should be the first concern. Here are some safety tips to consider when choosing furniture with your infants and […]

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 […]

A kitchen can be a dangerous place for a child, especially when your baby becomes mobile. Child proofing the kitchen must be a top priority for parents to help ensure child safety in their apartment. Follow these 5 great tips to child proof your kitchen. Buy Child Safety Locks for Your Cabinets Cabinet doors that are […]

Apartment decorating for a new baby is exciting, but can be overwhelming for new parents. With the great tips and ideas provided in this article, decorating the nursery and child proofing will be a cinch. Arrange Furniture for Ease of Movement Before you start decorating the baby’s room, make sure that you have purchased all […]

Lead-based paint, which contains measurable quantities of lead, has the potential to be a health hazard. Use of the paint in residential buildings was outlawed in the late 1970’s, but many older residences may still contain lead-based paint. Read on for general information about lead-based paint and specifics regarding your landlord’s responsibilities in relation to this issue.