Cleaning Green: Part One
One day as I was hunched over my tub, spraying heavy-duty bleach cleaner without a care in my small apartment bathroom that has no windows, the thought...
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...
Who’s in Charge of Winter Yard Maintenance
The relationship between landlords and tenants is always a topic of discussion. When it comes to dividing the rental property responsibilities, there are bound...
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...
Pantone at Home 2016
Pantone went really crazy this year and released not one, but TWO colors of the year for 2016. The pastel-rose hue and periwinkle blue...
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...
Moving from a dorm to an apartment: 5 things to leave...
A dorm is a good primer for life outside your parent's house. But the real pinnacle of adulting comes when you move into your...
How Color Affects Your Home. Bronze
Bronze is a classic period metal that naturally ages and has a much deeper, darker brown tone than aged brass. It has a typical...
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...
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...
How to Be a Good Roommate?
Whether you want to save money or just don’t want to live alone, roommates are a great option; however, living with someone can sometimes...
How to Address Common Rental Issues With Your Landlord
Renting is a popular option for millions of Americans. One of the biggest benefits of renting is that if something goes wrong on the...













