Renter’s Advice and Resources
Is Your Apartment Building Under Construction? Have No Fear!
· Aug 5, 2021
Construction crews can create a lot of hassles in apartment buildings, from noise and interruptions to damages and worse. And while nobody wants scaffolding blocking out the sunlight or window cleaners staring right into their bedroom, it’s important to know what to do when situations like these inevitably arise. Here’s the good news: as a […]
A basement apartment is just that: a unit in the basement of an apartment complex or multifamily property.
· Sep 1, 2020
One of the biggest downsides to apartment living is the big lack of available outdoor space. Even if you have a small patio area, it can often feel overwhelming trying to decide how to decorate it to truly make the most of it.
· Aug 6, 2020
With apartment rental costs rising all across the country, those looking for a place to live are forced to consider smaller housing accommodations to survive. People are no longer looking for a two-bedroom apartment to have a spare room for guests or a space devoted to business, writing, or exercise. Rather, they’re wondering if they […]
· Jan 23, 2020
Learn how to navigate living with your roommate’s significant other. Tips for managing boundaries, communication, and maintaining a peaceful living space.
· May 28, 2019
A master bedroom shouldn’t be just the largest bedroom in the apartment — it should be a veritable Shangri-la focused on you and your partner’s most intimate wants and needs. A special place you daydream about when you’re stuck in traffic, arguing with your mother-in-law, or having a root canal. Practicality may come first when […]
· Mar 14, 2019
They say that nothing is certain in this world but death and taxes. When you get your first apartment, however, there’s actually one more certainty: living with a roommate.
· Jan 8, 2019
Architects seem to love big windows more and more with each passing year. Compare today’s structures with a few from the 60s, and you’ll notice that the windows have significantly increased in size, even in buildings with relatively small floor plans.
· May 22, 2018
A balcony can provide a little private oasis of outdoor space in an otherwise enclosed apartment home: fresh air, natural light, and maybe even enough room for a little bit of a party. There are many ways we can enjoy our balconies — from barbecues to reading nooks and small gardens.
· Oct 10, 2017
Window Blinds are a great option in any room for not only privacy but also for controlling the amount of sunlight you want to let in the room. Depending on the type of blinds you purchase you can allow a lot of light into the room, with the purpose of the blinds mainly being for […]
· Sep 15, 2010