Moving out: How to make sure you get your deposit back
Maybe you’ve hired a moving company so you can relax while they carry your stuff down five flights of stairs or maybe you’ve shoved everything you...
Rental application fees: What you need to know
When you’re moving into a new place, it can feel like unexpected fees and costs pop up all the time. One relatively low fee...
Why Landlords Should Require Renters Insurance
What is Apartment Insurance and Why Do You Need It? Apartment insurance, commonly known as renters insurance, is designed to protect renters and their belongings...
2017 Resolutions for Your Rental
Whether or not you believe in making resolutions at the start of a new year, sometimes it just feels good to sit down and set...
How to Keep Your Apartment Cool
Summer is the best. Except when you don't have air conditioning in your four story walk-up and you spend those hazy summer nights Googling,...
Apartments vs. Flats: Exploring Linguistic Differences in Residential Living
While British and American English share many similarities, there are also notable differences, particularly when it comes to describing living spaces. Let's explore the...
Common Rental Scams and How to Avoid Them
Renting an apartment is an exciting time, as it is often a milestone for most people. Maybe you've started your first real job or...
How To: Soundproof Your Apartment
Nothing can make you despise your rental quicker than excessive noise. Like when you discover you have the kind of neighbors who do intense cardio at...
When Your Apartment is Your Office
Lately more and more offices are becoming "global" and allowing employees to work from home wherever they are. As a result, lots of people are...
Modernizing Your Home: Upgrades Renters Can Make on a Small Budget
Renting can be a great option for many — you have a stable but flexible living situation, and the cost of any major projects...
Furry Faux Pas: What Happens When You Hide Your Pets?
We get it – adopting a pet is an incredible experience! Bringing home a cuddly companion means gaining a loyal sidekick and adding a...
3 ways to build your credit without a credit card
It’s easy to ignore your credit score if you’re not currently in the midst of a big life event like buying a house or...