Articles for Tenants

TL;DR Chicago's best neighborhoods are Lincoln Park, River North, Gold Coast, Logan Square, Old Town, West Loop, Wicker Park and South Loop. We review all...

If you have a small kitchen, keeping it organized can be a challenge. But fear not, with a few simple solutions, you can optimize...

Renting an apartment can be a daunting task, especially for those with little to no credit history. Landlords and property managers often screen prospective...

To say that the COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up people's lives would be an understatement. Seeing a complete global shut down of this scale...

If you are like the 31% of Gen Zers that love the idea of living in a two-bedroom apartment and you also want to...

We get it – adopting a pet is an incredible experience! Bringing home a cuddly companion means gaining a loyal sidekick and adding a...

Just because you're in a rented space doesn't mean you can't infuse it with holiday cheer and style. We've curated a collection of creative...

As a veteran renter and avid internet shopper, I've spent many hours looking at home tech like smart locks and alarm systems that could...

Who’s responsible for the repairs in rental properties? In most cases, that’s purely a landlord’s job. But to get everything fixed in a proper...

As the temperatures begin to climb, the promise of spring is in the air, bringing with it warmer weather and the perfect opportunity for...

Once the temperatures drop, it’s time to prepare our homes for the winter months. Renters and landlords alike both share some of this responsibility....

One of the great things about renting is that you don’t have to take care of seasonal maintenance and preparation on your own. Your...