Tips for a better renting life.
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One of the biggest issues apartment owners face is the invasion of clutter that seems to just appear over time, making organization seem like a monumental…
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We love our kitchen; it always seems to be the gathering place of the home. Because the kitchen is where everyone ends up, often times it’s…
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For the past four years, I have lived in studio apartments in rural New England right near the heart of Boston. To me, there is nothing…
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On-campus housing should be a “home away from home” experience. Decorating your dorm should require some thought so that you feel comfortable within your new living…
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We don’t always get to choose who we live with. Whether it is a dorm situation or the economical need to rent a room to…
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Living on campus in a dorm can be very convenient. However, many dorms have strict rules for when you have to be completely out of the…
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Don’t recycle? It’s time to start. Many people say, “I’m really going to start tomorrow.” Why put something off until tomorrow that you can do today? …
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Buying a house is not a simple task, but building your credit report can lead to the best mortgage rates available. A great way to do…
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Have you ever noticed that when you have people over, everyone tends to gather in the kitchen? In fact, the heart of most people’s home is…
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"It won’t happen to me." That's most peoples thought when it comes to dangerous situations, including apartment fires. One thing that you may not realize is…
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Last week I talked about the power of colors and I'm sure many of us would like to add color to a room, without having to…
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Living with others is not an easy task. Whether it's with random people or your best friends, there are bound to be disputes. It can be…
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Now that your holiday leftovers should be long gone leaving behind a messy fridge, are you lost on how to keep your fridge organized? Well I…
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If you are lucky, you have an apartment with free laundry facilities or a doting mother who comes over and does your loads for you. If…
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The arrival of summer evokes a lot of things - from hot summer days to holiday sales. But it's also great time to browse and bargain…
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No matter how well you plan, things happen and unexpected expenses occur. Saving money for emergencies is an important part of your budget. It can be…
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Spring is in the air - and now it's time for spring cleaning. No one really wants to spend a day cleaning - but with a…
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During this holiday season it is important to factor in the safety of all of your family members; even the little furry ones! You'd be surprised…
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I remember as a child when I asked my mother for my friend to come over, she would always state "Sure, as long as the house…
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With the current economic state many renters are looking for apartments that are ‘cheap'. While the perceived monetary gain may be tempting, it's important to also…
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In the world of apartment living, we all know how important it is to create a multifunctional space. I can't tell you how many pieces of…
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As most of us renters know, while closet space is a nice amenity to have, it isn't usually one of our top choices for narrowing down…
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I like to do my bit for the planet by doing things like recycling and not using plastic bags for my grocery shopping, but my girlfriend…
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While the holiday season is one of the most treasured times of year (it certainly is for me), it can also be one of the most…
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I just read this fantastic article called ‘Tips for an Energy-Efficient Apartment' located at Healthgoods.com and let me just say ‘wow!' There are some really great…
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With limited space in an apartment, a home office may seem impossible; but, with proper planning and organization it can still be a functional work space.…
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We posted a blog in August of last year, about how to find the right dog for apartment living. In it we provided some tips on…
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If you're renting an apartment with a pet, you realize some of the financial obligations you are faced with such as pet deposits, monthly pet fees,…
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