“Everything’s negotiable,” we’re always told. But is it true? For example, can you negotiate rent with a property management company or landlord? Read the rest of this entry »

Has your landlord ever told you that you need to make repairs yourself? Do they refuse to address chronic noise issues around your apartment? Or, perhaps they’ve asked you to move out… immediately. While laws vary from state to state, there are certain things your landlord doesn’t have the right to do. Read on to find out more about your tenant rights and what to do to combat illegal landlord actions. Read the rest of this entry »

Only a few degrees separate sunny and happy from hot and miserable. Apartment air conditioning problems can close that gap quickly!

If you’re dealing with an apartment air conditioner that’s not cooling, don’t sweat it! Follow these simple steps to cooler air. Read the rest of this entry »

With temperatures steadily on the rise, it can be tempting to spend all your time in the comfort of the air-conditioned indoors. But if you stay in, there’s a chance you’ll feel like you’re missing out on the things you could be doing outdoors. Fortunately, you can have the best of both worlds, as there are plenty of great indoor activities to help you stay busy all summer long. Read the rest of this entry »

Are you staying in town for spring break? Stop mindlessly swiping through your friend’s tropical social media stories, and instead take this time to turn your FOMO into mo’ money! While your friends drain their accounts, why not cushion yours? Save up for next year’s trip to Cancun with these spring break jobs. Read the rest of this entry »

Whether you’re moving across town or relocating across the country, one thing holds true: moving can be a stressful experience! Even after you’ve moved all of your stuff out, there is still that daunting task of deep cleaning the apartment. And one surface that might be a bit tricky to tackle is a glass stovetop! Read the rest of this entry »

Afraid that apartment living may cool down your flaming-hot BBQ passion? Worry no more. We have the tools and tips you need to get chillin’ and grillin’ wherever you are! Read the rest of this entry »

Flushing your toilet might not be something you think about twice. In fact, it’s a good habit to be in. But then you get last month’s sewer and water bill and suddenly every flush sounds like money going right down the drain! Read the rest of this entry »

Don’t let a lack of a squat rack get between you and your #gains. Like hotel gyms, many apartment fitness centers only offer a few necessities like treadmills and dumbbells, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get a great workout! Warm-up to these apartment gym workout ideas to get the endorphins running without having to pay for a fitness membership! Read the rest of this entry »

If you’re a renter and your community doesn’t offer the option to recycle, what can you do to make your world a greener, cleaner place? Read the rest of this entry »