Renting
Avoid renters regrets: Ask the right questions
When apartment hunting, many of us forget about the day-to-day realities of living in a new apartment complex. Finding the…
Mature decorating style on a dorm room budget
Making the transition from being a broke college kid to an adult who is supposed to have their life together…
Fabulous home décor shops for unique finds in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the creative capital of the world and its ingenious character is also reflected in home design trends….
First look – how a micro-apartment is organized
The micros are coming! The micros are coming! San Francisco will have some of the city’s first miniature apartment homes…
Your Phoenix rental market update
It’s time to face brass tacks. What does that saying mean, anyway? I don’t know but I do know this:…
Chicago market tough for renters but good for the economy?
Vacancies are declining and rents are increasing in the Chicago metro area. Is this good news or bad news for…
How to Cope With a Moody Roommate
Learn how to read your roommate. I’m not talking about mind reading, just saying that if you’re living with someone,…
Chicago suburbs appeal to Gen Y apartment renters
Though big fans of urban dynamics, plurality of entertainment options and variety of cultural experiences, many millennials have recently shifted…
The future for Philadelphia apartment renters
What does the future hold for you, Philadelphia apartment renter? Whether you have been renting for decades or just signed…
Get your apartment ready for monsoon season
The absolute best part of the entire year is on our horizon. Frankly, it’s the redeeming factor in dealing with…
It’s time to open up that cave of an apartment
Phoenix apartments are notorious for running on a completely smaller scale than the average home. The ceilings are generally lower,…
Downtown LA: Best place to live with a pet?
It would be hard to find any part of LA that doesn’t have pet friendly apartments, but downtown is rumored…
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 –…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
Get moving, Philadelphia!
Philadelphia is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It was built when people didn’t need huge armoires…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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