Apartment living has its pros and cons, and one of the downsides to sharing a building with others is that it can be pretty noisy. Have you ever sat at night, trying to relax, yet still able to hear your neighbor’s loud music playing from down the hall? Chances are you have. Or maybe, the…
When you're planning a move, there seems to be an endless checklist of "to-do" items and searching for an apartment can get overwhelming. It's easy to forget or overlook some of the simplest but most important things! Making sure you have the finer details of your finances in order when it comes to your new…
Using a bike for transportation is becoming an increasingly popular way to get around. Bike riding provides exercise and is an environmentally friendly means of traveling from place to place. With so many bikes on the road these days, riders are looking for ways to store them. Those who live in apartment complexes tend…
Living the life of luxury comes at a cost, one that many people look to roommates to help them pay each month. Finding a roommate is always challenging, but finding a roommate to share a luxury apartment with is even more daunting. Not every person is compatible with your personality or your way of living,…
After living in the same apartment for years, it’s only natural that you want a change of scenery. You don’t have to go through the hassle of researching other apartment buildings to find a new place. If you’re satisfied with the building and neighborhood you reside in, switching to another apartment is just what you…
If you are living with a disability and seeking to rent an apartment, it may be necessary to request that the property owner make needed modifications that will allow you to successfully navigate your living environment. This is known as a request for reasonable accommodation and consideration of such requests is a legal requirement established…
No matter if you are renting or buying, nobody likes to deal with a bad neighbor. Whether they are blasting loud music late at night or waking up your children, there are things that a neighbor shouldn’t do. However, at some point in life, you may find yourself stuck with a problematic neighbor, and if…
Pets make life better, and there's no doubt that most pet owners agree. But as accurate as this is for pet owners, landlords don't always feel the same way. If you're looking to rent a new home for you and your pet, you might be looking at a higher apartment security deposit than you would…
Our pets. While we love them dearly, the truth is that maintaining areas that pets are kept in can sometimes be a little challenging when it comes to keeping them fresh-smelling and clean. This is particularly difficult in the case of apartment maintenance, since they are often small in size, and if there is no…
The Ultimate Renter's Guide to Getting Along With Neighbors Getting along with neighbors is one of the biggest concerns of living in an apartment complex. Whether you're outgoing or introverted, these basic guidelines will help you address most situations. Be a Friendly Neighbor A neighbor is slightly more than an acquaintance and slightly less than…