Winter can easily turn from chilly to charming when stocked with comfy gear and warm beverages. So, So whether you live in Duluth, MN or Jersey City, NJ, stay safe and keep in mind these tips for the transformation. 1.…
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Questions to ask when moving with a pet
You and your best furry, feathery, scaly, flying, crawling or slithering best friend have decided to move to a new apartment. You’ve even scoped out a few cool places online and you’re scheduled to visit the properties. Make sure both…
Renting a house vs. renting an apartment
Deciding that renting is the better option for you when compared to buying is not the only thing that you need to carefully consider. The next step is to figure out the best type of structure for you and your…
Healthy at home this flu season
The beginning of autumn, besides the colorful landscapes and carved pumpkins, mean winds and frost and Flu. Flu season generally runs from October to May and it is impossible to predict how bad this year will be. One thing is…
It’s still hurricane season: protecting yourself and your possessions
For another two months or so, hurricanes are still a threat to homes in many of the United States, bringing powerful winds and heavy storms. Their power of destruction can be incredible: 2012’s Superstorm Sandy caused more than $68 billion…
Have yourself a safe, stylish autumn
Colorful autumn is in the backyard, rolling in the grass and playing with the trees; leaves are turning rich and the days will soon become crisp. You can already smell cinnamon and baked apples, and the fireplaces are heating the…
Only you can prevent apartment fires
Fall is now upon us and heating systems are turned on, fireplaces crackle and candles are lit to chase away the dark and cold hours. But the comfort of warmth and light can come with a price. According to the…
Welcome fall into your apartment
Fall has officially arrived with its many unique joys: pumpkin patches, football, Halloween candy, scarves, Thanksgiving and burning fireplaces. Here are a few tips on how to welcome fall in your apartment. Whether you bought that giant flat screen to…
Tips for new renters
As a renter, it can be hard to know what to expect from the experience before move-in. You may pick a home based on location, unit condition, size and other tangibles, but the day-to-day routine of life in your new…
Chalk it up with back to school decor
With back-to-school in full force, what better way to relive the nostalgia of school, without actually having to go back? By doing some swift and easy décor upgrades in your apartment with chalkboards. There’s three ways to go about this:…