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Alexandra Ciuntu
Alexandra is a creative writer and researcher for RentCafe. With a background in e-learning content writing and a passion for knowledge-sharing platforms, she's covered topics from prop-tech to renters insurance to interior design tips. Very familiar with the renter lifestyle herself, Alexandra enjoys researching and writing about renter demographic shifts and residential real estate market trends as much as she loves writing about how to get along with roommates. You can connect with Alexandra via email.
Alexandra’s work includes collaborations with financial and business publications. Her articles have been featured in several national and international online publications, including the New York Times, Barrons, Inman, Forbes, Architectural Digest, Marketwatch, Bisnow, and Curbed. Her educational background includes a B.A. in Japanese and English and an M.A. in Journalism and Cultural Studies.
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Quick Tips for Easy Spring Cleaning
You may have heard your parents say that spring cleaning is not the yearly rite it used to be – what with young people always…
How to Create a First-Aid Kit for Your Apartment
Most of us think of emergencies as something that happens to someone else — never to us or our families. But, the saying “better safe…
5 Quick Tips to Organize Your Closet
Spring is on our heels, and you know what that means: spring cleaning. And, one of the hardest areas in the house to clean and…
7 Ways to Add Color to Your Home Without Repainting
Renting can sometimes feel restrictive, especially if you want to show your true colors through interior design. Every home benefits from a nice color scheme,…
7 Easy DIY Projects for Your Bathroom
One part of the house that is often overlooked when it comes to interior design is the bathroom. This is a huge mistake because the…
7 Easy DIY Projects for Your Home Office
While there are many pros and cons to working from home, there’s nothing like being able to work in a space that is 100% your…
7 Easy DIY Ideas for Your Bedroom
You just moved into your new apartment and everything is set up, but the bedroom still feels strange. What better way to make it your…
7 Easy DIY Ideas for Your Kitchen
DIY projects come in all shapes and sizes, just like kitchens. And, even the smallest change makes a difference here, no matter whether you’re going…
7 Easy DIY Ideas for Your Living Room
Whether it’s for fun or out of necessity, there’s no denying that DIY has a certain charm to it. Plus, putting those crafts skills to…
Holiday Cheer & Charity in Miami
You don’t need snow to feel the special holiday vibes in Miami at this time of year. But for all of its cheer, December is…
Holiday Cheer & Charity in Charlotte
Finding a cause you love and dedicating your time and effort to it is said to be priceless—and there’s no better time than now to…
Holiday Cheer & Charity in Atlanta
For all its timeless magic, December has a tendency of speeding things up. It adds a bit more pressure to our daily routine as we…
Renting vs Buying: Which Is Better & When
One of the most common personal finance questions out there — and an age-old dilemma — is renting vs buying. Its frequency comes from the…
How to Bring Southern Charm into Your Apartment
Perhaps you’ve finished hunting for that perfect place in Atlanta or just got done looking for apartments for rent in Houston, but your new home…
Apartment Rents Stabilize as the National Average Reaches $1,476 in OctoberÂ
Key takeaways: The national average rent went up by 3.2% in the past year and 0.1% month-over-month, reaching $1,476 in October, according to data from…
Celebrate a Safe Halloween with These Kid-friendly Decorating Tips
Summer is over and we all know what that means: Halloween is the right around the corner. And, if your newsfeed hasn’t reminded you that…
Does Your Renters Insurance Cover Items in Self-Storage?
Renting a place to live can be expensive, and many people can’t afford the space they need for all their belongings. For this reason, more…
RentCafe – StorageCafe Power Duo Makes Renting Truly Easy
Moving to a new place requires plenty of effort and coordination. Yardi’s newly launched service, StorageCafe, makes things easier for renters by providing detailed, accurate…
Minnesota Rent Report – July 2019
The national average rent reached $1,469 in July, up by 3.4% ($48) year-over-year, and 0.2% ($3) month-over-month, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Coon Rapids,…
Iowa Rent Report – July 2019
The national average rent reached $1,469 in July, up by 3.4% ($48) year-over-year, and 0.2% ($3) month-over-month, according to data from Yardi Matrix. The average…
2019 Mid-Year Rent Report — The National Average Rent Ends the First Half of the Year at $1,465
Key takeaways: The U.S. average rent increased by 3.2% ($45) year over year reaching $1,465 in June 2019, up by 0.8% ($12) month over month,…
The Slowest Annual Rise in 18 Months Kick-Starts the Peak Rental Season as the May National Rent Reaches $1,442
Key takeaways: The U.S. average rent increased by 2.5% ($35) year over year and reached $1,442Â in May 2019, up by 0.3% ($5) month over month,…
North and Central Florida Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Fort Walton Beach, FL renters saw…
Louisiana Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Denham Springs, LA renters saw the…
Upstate New York Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Syracuse, NY renters saw the highest…
Central Valley Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Rancho Cordova, CA renters saw the…
Seattle Metro Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Mill Creek, WA renters saw the…
Southern California Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Pasadena, CA renters saw the highest monthly…
Bay Area Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Larkspur, CA, renters saw the highest…
Massachusetts Rent Report – May 2019
The national average rent reached $1,442 in May 2019, a year-over-year increase of 2.5%, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Worcester, MA renters saw the highest…