As summer winds down, eager college freshmen start to think about the adventure they’re about to begin. It’s time to get ready for college and move out of Mom and Dad’s house. Planning and organizing are essential, with an end…
Author: Anca Gagiuc (page 11)
The potential roommate: a conversation guide
At work the other day, one of my colleagues told us that she is looking for a roommate. She gave us some basic details about the apartment and I started thinking about the times when I used to share a…
Things to consider when looking for your next apartment
Most people look mostly at the big picture when searching for an apartment, especially first-time renters. Things like cost, safe surroundings, accessibility to transportation, and getting the best for that amount of money, are the highest up on the priority…
Lease is up – should I stay or should I go?
When your apartment lease is almost up, you might find yourself not knowing what to do: renew for another glorious twelve months or explore other options. In some cases it is easy – the place is exactly what you want…
14 tips for moving with pets
You’ve written list upon list, made calls, got boxes, tape and bubble wrap, prepping everything you can in advance for your move. Regardless how much prep-work you’ve done moving day is going to pack a pretty big stress punch. And…
Get your decorating game on with Marsala
Reigning supreme as the color of the year, Marsala is the hue you want in your home. Whether you’re simply looking to update to your apartment, have recently moved, or you want to stay on trend, Marsala is the color…
Simmering summer apartment design
The days start early and end late; the birds chirp from dawn until after dusk. The heavy boots, the gloves, the comforters, and all those warm clothes are stored away, not at all missed. It’s summer outside; the perfect time…
Renter’s insurance has your back on vacation
Ah, summer, the golden months when all we want to think about is vacation. The summer escape, whether it’s a mountain cabin, a beach bungalow, or some city condo, is the sweetest relief. Some of us travel light, using the…
Apartments with criminal pasts
Perhaps one of the most terrifying nightmares in the life of a renter is to unknowingly rent an apartment with a criminal past. There are some obvious signs signaling that something is wrong with the place; the most striking of…
Hurricane updates from the Insurance Information Institute
The Atlantic hurricane season started on June 1st and will end on November 30th, reminds the Insurance Information Institute. Hope for the best, but be prepared for the worst. Go over the steps you should take to get through the…