DIY Projects for a Rental Apartment Makeover
You shouldn’t have to own a home to take pride in where you live. Renting an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t give it a well-deserved makeover, it simply means you have to do it without damaging or altering the structural integrity of the property. Most people think painting the rooms different shades, pulling up the…
Read MoreQ&A with STOR-N-LOCK Manager: Self-Storage Still Strong in Western USA
The most famous reasons why people use self-storage are probably the 4 D’s: downsizing, divorce, death and dislocation. The first of these is prominent during financial downturns and when housing cost rises exceed salary increases. The second reason shows no sign of going away and the third will always be with us. The last reason…
Read MoreThe Decade in Housing Trends: High-Earning Renters, High-End Apartments and Thriving Construction
This past decade has transformed the relationship between America and its housing, especially when it comes to renting. While the recession pushed many to rent out of necessity, the economic expansion which followed, coupled with changing attitudes towards family and homeownership, lead to the rise of the renter by choice. Rentership rates expanded across the…
Read MoreDiscover East Atlanta—The Hip, Bohemian Neighborhood of Atlanta
Updated September 2020. East Atlanta is the bohemian-chic neighborhood just east of downtown Atlanta, which many young locals call home. The area has been consistently on the rise since the 2000s. It’s a balanced blend of beautiful murals, buzzing bars and restaurants, yoga studios, hip and trendy independent boutique shops, and a vibrant nightlife. Living…
Read MoreArkansas Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Sherwood, AR renters saw the highest annual rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $696 per month. North Little Rock apartments are the most expensive, while…
Read MoreIndiana Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Avon, IN renters saw the highest annual rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $1,139 per month. Granger apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in Anderson…
Read MoreIowa Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Council Bluffs, IA renters saw the highest annual rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $908 per month. Johnston apartments are the most expensive, while apartments…
Read MoreKansas Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Prairie Village, KS renters saw the highest annual rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $1,268 per month. Prairie Village apartments are the most expensive, while…
Read MoreKentucky Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Burlington, KY renters saw the highest annual rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $1,011 per month. Newport apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreMississippi Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Southaven, MS renters saw the highest annual rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $971 per month. Flowood apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreMissouri Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Lee’s Summit, MO renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $1,103 per month. Lee’s Summit apartments are the most expensive, while…
Read MoreNebraska Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Bellveue, NE renters saw the highest annual rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $1,073 per month. Bellevue apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreUtah Rent Report – November 2019
The national average rent went up by 3.1% in the past year and decreased by 0.2% month-over-month, reaching $1,473 in November, according to data from Yardi Matrix. Provo, UT renters saw the highest monthly rent increase in November, with the average rate reaching $1,438 per month. Provo apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
Read MoreThe Wonders of VaHi: Atlanta’s Cool Neighborhood
Updated September 2020. Virginia-Highland—or VaHi, for the connaisseurs—is an affluent urban community in Atlanta, Georgia, with a variety of bars, unique dining, boutique shops, dog parks, and coffee shops, inviting all the people in search of good times. It is home to many young professionals who often move to the area while still attending university.…
Read MoreMoving to Florida? 5 Underrated Destinations Where You’ll Get the Best Bang for Your Buck
Dreaming about perpetual sunshine, blue skies and balmy temperatures? Well, there’s an obvious way to make such dreams come true – move to the Sunshine State and enjoy! The country’s third most populous state is a big place, though, and it’s important to pick a city that suits your preferences and your lifestyle. Florida’s big…
Read MoreRenting 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 lack of a straightforward answer. Unlike clearer debates such as credit cards vs. debit cards — where most people agree credit cards hold most advantages — renting vs. buying does…
Read MoreHow to Improve Air Quality in Your Apartment and Prevent Lung Conditions
Winter is a beloved and nostalgic season, with holiday traditions and time spent with family and friends. However, winter snow and holiday parties can keep you indoors for extended periods of time. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and there are several initiatives you can take to prevent lung conditions. There are plenty of health…
Read MoreExpert Interview: How to Keep the Cost of Utilities Low During Winter
As cooler days draw nearer, the cost of comfort is rising. During winter, the cost of utilities increases due to the extra consumption of electricity and gas. With holidays, gifts, and parties right around the corner, winter already marks a larger spending on your budget. As such, keeping your expenses in check is necessary, and…
Read MorePlanning to Relocate to San Antonio? Find Out What Makes It So Attractive
San Antonio, Texas, is one of the country’s fastest-growing cities, according to the latest data from the US Census Bureau. Second only to Phoenix, Arizona when it comes to cities with the largest numerical population gains between 2017 and 2018, San Antonio saw an increase of almost 21,000 new residents and reached a population of…
Read MoreCastleberry Hill: Atlanta’s Arts and Culture Heart
Updated September 2020. Hill is an eclectic neighborhood just southwest of Downtown Atlanta, known for its indie art galleries, residential loft living, and old warehouses. It has an industrial appeal which is popular with many film companies, and it has become one of the city’s most popular locations for filming. While the area has seen…
Read More4 Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner in an Apartment
The end of the year is definitely a busy, family-oriented time. Once Halloween passes and the decorations are taken down, Thanksgiving becomes the main subject of discussion. With plans of either going to visit relatives, or having a family dinner in your own home, being fully prepared for this holiday is a must. And living…
Read More7 Cheap and Easy Living Room Updates for Rental Apartments
It’s natural to want to change your surroundings from time to time, no matter if you’re renting the home of your dreams or an apartment that could use a few upgrades. But, between work, family, friends, maintenance, and all of the errands we run to keep up in our busy lives, we often avoid revamping…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Apartment for a New Pet
Getting a new pet is an exciting event that brings joy to adults and children alike. When considering which kind of pet to get—dogs, cats, hamsters, etc.—you must take into consideration how big your living space is, how much care the animal needs, and how much free time everyone in the family has to devote…
Read MoreKirkwood, Atlanta: A Community With Small City Appeal
Updated September 2020. Kirkwood is a national historic neighborhood located on the east side of Atlanta, in DeKalb County. Once a bustling streetcar suburb, this area is now a melting pot of cultures and diversity. It’s been welcoming a younger generation of newcomers to the area since the early 2000s when they began to show…
Read MoreCandler Park: The Tranquil Neighborhood Inside Vibrant Atlanta
Updated September 2020. Surrounded by a wall of tall, green trees, Candler Park is a lovely residential community, east of the city core. Nestled between Little Five Points, Edgewood, Lake Claire, and Druid Hills, the neighborhood is home to the homonymous park, which spreads over 55 acres of green space and is home to a…
Read MoreHigh-Rise Apartment Buildings and Mid-Rise Buildings Are Overshadowing Low-Rises for the First Time in 3 Decades
Tall skylines anchored by impressive skyscrapers have been the staple image of large American cities, dominated by office towers and a few residential condominium skyscrapers. However, high-rise buildings, and even skyscrapers, are starting to claim more and more spots on urban skylines, as we discovered by analyzing data on multifamily buildings from Yardi Matrix. With…
Read MoreAtlantic Station: An Upbeat & Entertaining Urban Neighborhood
Updated September 2020. Atlantic Station is an urban neighborhood in the heart of Atlanta, GA, bordered by Loring Heights and Home Park. It was developed in 2005, and it is known as a live-work-play community with office buildings, townhomes, apartments, entertainment venues, and retail spaces. The zone spread out to the point where it was…
Read MoreHow 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 is lacking the Southern charm you’d hoped for. Fortunately, Southern design is all about comfort and simplicity, and decorating your home to this design aesthetic doesn’t have to cost a…
Read MoreAlabama Rent Report – October 2019
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 Yardi Matrix. Madison, AL renters saw the highest annual rent increase in October, with the average rate reaching $973 per month. Auburn apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in Decatur have…
Read MoreArkansas Rent Report – October 2019
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 Yardi Matrix. Sherwood, AR renters saw the highest annual rent increase in October, with the average rate reaching $694 per month. North Little Rock apartments are the most expensive, while apartments in…
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