How to Keep Your Apartment Cool
Summer is the best. Except when you don't have air conditioning in your four story walk-up and you spend those hazy summer nights Googling,...
Preparing for Seasonal Changes in Your Rental
One of the great things about renting is that you don’t have to take care of seasonal maintenance and preparation on your own. Your...
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...
The Buy vs Rent Dilemma
Let me guess. Commitment problems? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. Or is it the significant price difference? The location? I know, I know......
Why Renter’s Insurance Is Essential
While not all landlords require renter’s insurance, it’s always a good idea to purchase a renter’s insurance policy as it is an excellent tool...
What Is an Apartment Inspection? A Renter’s Guide
If you’re a landlord or if you're a tenant who’s ever received a notice that your landlord or property manager will be inspecting 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 Color Affects Your Home. Anti-Flash White
While we don't like to pick favorites, there's one room type that always makes our design hearts flutter: an All-White interior. While a bleached-out...
How to Handle Maintenance Requests as a Landlord with These 5...
Are you a landlord or property manager constantly overwhelmed by tenant maintenance requests? If you're nodding in agreement, we understand your plight. As a fellow...
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
When people think of pet ownership, insurance might not be their immediate association. However, there's a significant link between the two, especially for dog...
How to Rent an Apartment: Total Step-by-Step Guide
Figuring out how to rent an apartment or house for the first time can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. To make the process...
Cost of Living in Los Angeles: Guide for Renters and Landlords
TL;DR
The cost of living in Los Angeles is well above the national average, driven mainly by housing cost, transportation expenses, and food prices. Rent...













