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...
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...
How To: Soundproof Your Apartment
Nothing can make you despise your rental quicker than excessive noise. Like when you discover you have the kind of neighbors who do intense cardio at...
How To Make a Rental Feel Like a Forever Home
For many people, renting is an accessible way to have their own space within a budget that’s not a huge commitment. This is particularly...
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...
How to make your studio apartment feel bigger
A studio apartment is many things. It can be the first taste of freedom for a post-grad or an affordable lived-in home for a...
Tips for Raising Kids in a Rental
More families than ever are choosing to live in an apartment, even with children. Renting a place can give you flexibility, the opportunity to...
Best (removable) home tech for your apartment
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...
Moving? 7 Tips for Downsizing Into an Apartment
Most of us are pretty darn good at accumulating stuff — and cleverly stashing it around our homes to give us the false security that...
The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Apartment Cool
As the temperature rises, it's time to optimize your apartment for the warmer months. Cooling down your living space is not only a matter...
What Is The Cost Of Living In Orem Utah?
TL;DR: Orem, UT has a generally lower living cost (3%) than the national average while also boasting great job opportunities in several well-paid sectors...
Average Rent in Chicago
TL;DR: As of early 2026, the average rent in Chicago is about $2,450 per month, with studios around $1,700, one-bedroom apartments near $2,300, and...













