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Amalia Otet
Amalia Otet is an online content developer and creative writer for RENTCafé. She loves all things real estate and strives to live beautifully, one green step at a time.
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Cool storage for that tiny studio kitchen
For most, the kitchen is where we spend a pretty good amount of our daily lives. Especially while entertaining – I can’t think of a…
4 things to consider before buying a home in Phoenix
Buying a home is a serious commitment and a decision not to be made lightly. Rampant foreclosures nationally, with a record-breaking rate here in the…
Get smart with a mobile bar for your apartment
Live in a small place but still love to entertain? Yeah me too, and I’ve come up with one of the coolest ideas to remedy…
Best LA neighborhoods for runners
Wondering where the best neighborhood in Los Angeles is to lace up your jogging shoes? LA’s healthy lifestyle culture and obsession with looks and physical…
How to make a gross apartment liveable
We can’t always love every place we live. What we can do is make the most of it, rather than wallow in the angst of…
Could you live in a 12×12 apartment?
A new idea for micro-sized living in San Francisco proposes little itty bitty tiny apartments that would be not much bigger than just a single…
Five essential kitchen gadgets for a new home
There are some things one just can’t live without, especially when referring to food processing and kitchen appliances. With our hectic lives, cooking is a…
Now’s the perfect time to rent in Chicago
Things are finally starting to look better for Chicago renters, with properties offering more affordable rents and high-quality apartment living. Rents are coming down in…
Chestnut Hill – neighborhood profile
Philadelphia seduces gradually. Maybe you won’t be struck by love at first sight, but once you allow it to reveal itself to you, it will…
Who to call for help with a Philadelphia rental
Hopefully, your Philadelphia apartment rental experience will be a thoroughly positive one. But if you do encounter any problems during your time as a renter,…
Tips for turning your Chicago apartment into an inviting summer retreat
Summer is a time for joy, for festivals and for invigorating treats. Here are a few tips on how to let summer into your Chicago…
The best LA neighborhoods for cyclists
If your favorite method of transportation has two wheels, rather than four, then you are one of the brave cyclists who take to the roads…
Get moving, Philadelphia!
Philadelphia is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It was built when people didn’t need huge armoires on the top floor, or…
Chicago snags fifth spot on Bike-Friendly Cities ranking
Looks like we’re finally on the right track. Chicago’s gaining ground and outpacing other major hubs that boast a strong, long-established cycling infrastructure like New…
Furnish your apartment the smart way
The process of moving is always inescapably expensive. After all deposits are paid, utilities are transferred, the U-Haul has been rented and hopefully returned safely,…
Ways to keep your apartment cool this summer
As much as I love summer, I really need my breath of fresh air every now and then. It is HOT! When heat takes over…
Top 10 reasons you need to upgrade your apartment
Thinking about finding a new place? Feeling lazy and unmotivated? If you need to get excited about getting a new apartment, look no further. We’re…
Colorful decorating ideas for your balcony
There are plenty of ways to add a touch of nature to your home; and the easiest one is to bring in lots of greenery….
Everything old is new again – updated Phoenix apartments
The Phoenix metro area is a relatively new grouping of cities in comparison to the rest of the Country; Arizona has only been a state…
What LA neighborhood suits you?
As Randy Newman famously sang: From the South Bay to the Valley From the West Side to the East Side Everybody’s very happy ‘Cause the…
Why we rent rather than buy
You may have noticed that there’s a trend among young apartment renters these days – rather than thinking of renting as a temporary solution to…
Cool home office concepts for your apartment
Congratulations! You now officially have the best possible commute to the office! Having the opportunity to work from home is pure fantasy for every 9-to-5,…
Investing in San Francisco’s neighborhoods
With its main focus on neighborhood revitalization and job creation, San Francisco’s Invest in Neighborhoods Initiative aims to improve business relationships, strengthen the city’s commercial…
4 things you don’t know about home design… but should
If you have a well-designed home or apartment, it’s probably the case that you have at least a little bit of innate design sense –…
Little known PHX utility savings revealed
Heading into summer your utility bill is probably on your mind. There are plenty of ways to save money here and there, check out our…
Make your home unique with chic wallpaper
Wallpaper has evolved a lot since its unspectacular thick vinyl wall coverings days; it is now one of the trendiest styles used in contemporary interior…
Transforming a sterile cookie-cutter apartment
Hunting for the perfect apartment in Phoenix equipped with just the right square footage, closet space, set in the perfect location and still falling within…
Best ASU apartment complexes for every budget
I know. School just got out for the summer, but it is already time to start thinking about where you are going to live next…
How to arrange your apartment according to Feng Shui principles
Not once during my lifetime did I find myself affected by the energy of surrounding elements and the forces of nature. If you come to…
Summer inspired décor for a blossoming apartment home
Summer becomes extremely inspiring when it comes to interior decorating. Bring in the delectable scent of a garden in bloom to your living room by…