Decorating your Small Rented Space
Decorating a rented home is never an easy task. Part of your budget goes to regular monthly rent payments and there are always a...
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...
The peaceful tenant’s guide to coping with noisy neighbors
You were so relieved to find what you thought was the perfect apartment, in what seemed like a quiet area. But now your dream...
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...
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...
Pre-Winter Maintenance Tips for Renters (And What Your Landlord Should Do)
Once the temperatures drop, it’s time to prepare our homes for the winter months. Renters and landlords alike both share some of this responsibility....
Pet-friendly Rentals in the Post-Pandemic World
During the pandemic, pets were a bright spot for many people. Many of us found new hobbies like knitting, making sourdough bread, painting, etc....
Let There Be Light in your Rental
Moody indoor ambiance has a time and a place, but you don't always want it to be dark when you're trying to rent to someone. If...
Should You Buy Smaller Furniture for Your Rental?
Common sense dictates that when you live in a small space, you don't want too many big pieces of furniture. At the same time,...
3 Tips When Moving In with a Stranger
If you're a renter, at some point you'll likely move in with a stranger. Ideally your new roommate will be delightful and result in...
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...
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...













