5 Money-Saving Tips to Ease the Burden on Your Wallet Instantly
Life can be costly, with everything from grocery prices to inflated airline fares causing financial strain. It seems as though our wallets are under...
4 New Year’s Resolutions for 2015
Do you still make resolutions on New Year's Day? Even though I know the chance of them sticking is very slim, the organized list-making side...
Renting an Apartment or a House: Which do you prefer?
If you’re facing a choice between renting an apartment in a multi-family building or an entire single-family house, you’ve probably compiled a list of...
What Kind of Rental Do You Belong In?
It was a challenge, but somehow we found a way to make renting even easier. Use this magic quiz to narrow down your apartment...
5 things your renters insurance policy doesn’t cover
Renters insurance is a big help when your property is lost, broken or stolen. It’s also a big help when you accidentally damage your...
6 Tricks for Finding an Awesome Apartment
Picking out a place to temporarily call home can bring out the inner commitment-phobe in anyone. Once you sign a lease on an apartment,...
Adopting a Cat? Read This First!
Last year I adopted a cat from a local shelter and brought him home to my apartment. Since then I’ve spend a lot time...
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...
7 Packing Tips to Make Your Move a Breeze
Moving from one home to the next comes with many different challenges. Packing is one of the most daunting parts of any move; a...
Best Neighborhoods In Chicago
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...
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...
Living with Roommates: Tips on How to Make It Better
The lockdown has taught us that it does matter who you’re sharing a space with. For those who work remotely, being locked in an...













