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...
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...
Insider Insights: The Latest Apartment Trends of 2024
As we stride into 2024, the landscape of apartment living continues to evolve, influenced by technological advancements, shifting demographics, and changing lifestyle preferences. Whether...
How to Rent an Apartment with Bad Credit
Can you rent an apartment with a less-than-stellar credit score? The simple answer is yes. However, navigating rentals with bad credit can be challenging, especially...
How Color Affects Your Home. Fushizome
柴染 (also known as Fushizome in Japan) is a traditional Japanese color. Brushwood-dyed is the direct translation of the term.
Fushizome is the color of...
Rentals in Chantilly VA
TL;DR
Rentals in Chantilly, VA sit above the Virginia average, but many people trade higher rent for good schools, homes, and quick access to D.C....
A Simple Fix for Annoying Cabinets
This blog post might seem kind of random, but I recently fixed a problem that has been plaguing my apartment for months and thought it...
Am I allowed to Airbnb my rental?
If you’re looking for a way to make extra money, Airbnb is an appealing option. After all, more than 2.5 million people have listed their home...
Movable Gadgets: Home Safety
Make safety your first priority when moving in to a new place. For the first article in our Movable Gadgets series, we have picked...
How to Grow Food In Your Apartment
I could dream about having a garden all day long (especially when I'm watching the Netflix series Cooked and listening to Michael Pollan tell...
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...
20 Ideas for Sending Neighbors Valentine’s Day Love
Valentine's Day is not only about romantic relationships, but also about showing appreciation for those we live with, including our roommates. Living with roommates...













