When should I hire a moving company?
It's time to move out of your rental, which probably means testing the extent of your planning skills in a way you've never known...
The Buy vs Rent Dilemma
Let me guess. Commitment problems? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. Or is it the significant price difference? The location? I know, I know......
How Color Affects Your Home. Medium Carmine
We could all use a splash of color in our homes from time to time, and red has long been a go-to in both...
Rent Affordability: Is the “One-Third Rule” Realistic?
When looking for places to live, one of the biggest elements of home shopping that people take into consideration is affordability. Personal finance experts...
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...
What $1,500 Gets You In 5 Cities
No matter where you're living, rent probably takes up a sizable chunk of your budget. But how does what you're paying compare to rent prices...
Is Negotiating Rent a Good Idea?
Let's say you're the living personification of what a perfect tenant should be: you pay your rent on time, you keep the noise levels...
A Renter’s Emergency Preparation Guide
There is no doubt that we live in an uncertain world. Danger could strike at any time. However, the good news is that you...
3 Easy Ways to Spring Clean Your Apartment
Sorry, not trying to be rude, but your apartment is looking a little sad. It’s totally understandable. We’ve all spent the last few months...
How Color Affects Your Home. Dark Vanilla
You'll never go wrong with this shade of medium-light brown. Even though Dark Vanilla is a light brown tone, it has become increasingly essential...
Eco-Friendly Halloween: Sustainable Practices for Apartment Living
Halloween is just around the corner, and while we're all excited about costumes and candy, it's also an excellent time to consider our impact...
Ask A Landlord: Can I DIY?
For our new "Ask a Landlord" series we'll be asking real property owners for their advice about your burning questions. This time we asked Cynthia...













