How to pay rent when you’ve blown your monthly budget
The scenario is simple. It’s usually not your fault. You were too nice. You wanted to help someone. Okay, fine. Maybe you weren’t bailing...
Pet Fees 101: Understanding the Costs of Renting with Pets
Living with a furry companion can be immensely rewarding, offering a host of health benefits and unwavering companionship. But let's not kid ourselves—being a...
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...
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...
Moving to the Suburbs: Stay or Relocate?
Many often wonder, “Which is the better choice? The city or the suburbs?” Let's look at the perks and cons of moving to the...
Creating a temporary home office in a small apartment
Chances are high that you've had to change your working habits lately and transform your already small apartment into a workspace due to the...
What to do when you can’t pay rent: Rent strike alternatives
April was supposed to be one of the most challenging months for the American renters. According to the Pew Research Center study, 28% of...
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
When people think of pet ownership, insurance might not be their immediate association. However, there's a significant link between the two, especially for dog...
How to Exercise in a Small Apartment
If working out more in 2016 was one of your New Year's resolutions, you've probably already discovered that getting to the gym in the gray,...
The $100 difference between loving and hating your apartment
$100. It doesn’t seem like much, but for many, it’s the difference between love and hate when it comes to your apartment. There are many...
5 things you need for your student apartment
Despite everyone’s best efforts, summer is winding down. If you’re heading to college this fall, you’ve probably either settled into your new place or...
Roommate Survival Guide: Managing Conflict and Creating a Healthy Living Space
Are you sharing your rental space with a roommate who consistently bothers you, shows disrespect, or invades your personal space? Every home should ideally...
