Articles for Tenants

As the years go by, more people are starting to watch the news and face the facts that it's time to live a more sustainable...

Figuring out where you want to live - city, suburb, country, etc. - can be a tough decision. Not only do you have to...

Renting an apartment is an exciting time, as it is often a milestone for most people. Maybe you've started your first real job or...

Moving into a new apartment can be an exhilarating (and frustrating) experience as you settle in. You need to get a feel for the...

Who’s responsible for the repairs in rental properties? In most cases, that’s purely a landlord’s job. But to get everything fixed in a proper...

In case you missed part one, I'm testing out natural house cleaning supplies to see what works and what doesn't. This time around I focused...

If you’re looking for a new place and have your eye on a certain neighborhood, this blog post probably isn’t for you. This is...

Once I had a landlord who was convinced that the solution to every mishap was to "tap on it". Water leaking from the apartment...

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...

House poverty is real. If you live in a big city with skyrocketing rent (like NYC or San Francisco), chances are you know a...

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...

When it comes to choosing an apartment, it’s important to consider everything from the appearance of the property to waste management. Finding an apartment...