Renter’s Advice and Resources

Doing laundry for the first time in your new apartment can be stressful. But with a little planning, the chore is not particularly time consuming or difficult. There are a few things that you should know and do prior to starting your laundry. Divide and Conquer Separating your laundry is the key to making the […]

Creating an efficient laundry routine can reduce the time spent on doing laundry and thereby decrease resentment of the task. As washing and drying clothing and linens takes time and energy away from doing other, more enjoyable things, it is rare to find someone who enjoys doing the task. In cases of a large family […]

A stackable washer and dryer is the best space-saving idea when it comes to laundry needs. Traditional washing machines and dryers can be bulky and require twice as much space on the ground. Some apartments are not large enough to hold both, leaving those tenants no option but to go to a public laundromat or […]

Save money on laundry by using a drying rack or a clothesline in your apartment instead of a dryer. Whether your apartment includes its own dryer, or you usually head to the laundromat, you can cut back on laundry costs with the simple task of letting your clothes dry themselves. No More Static Dryers cause […]

Living in an apartment is more convenient when you have an in-unit washer and dryer. Not only does it save you the time and effort of carrying your laundry to a laundry facility, but it can also save money. Cost Savings When doing laundry in a laundry facility (laundry room or laundromat), you must pay […]

One of the best ways to save money is to clean with vinegar by making homemade cleaning supplies. You can use vinegar to deodorize, disinfect, cut grease, remove rust and eliminate mineral buildup. Due to its acidity, vinegar can kill most molds, bacteria and germs. Vinegar Versus Commercial Cleaning Products Buying separate cleaning products for […]

When you move into an apartment, chances are doing laundry doesn’t top your list of expenses. Compared to rent and utilities, laundry is a small expense-but one that can add up if you don’t keep track of how much you’re spending. With a little planning, you can save money and time doing laundry. Here are […]

Apartment dwellers are accustomed to sharing facilities with roommates and neighbors. A shared laundry room, however, presents unique challenges in communal living. Unlike a patio or other common area, in a laundry room you engage in a task involving hygiene. You, and your neighbors, expect each other to be conscious of this fact. Laundry Room […]