The desire to go green has increased a great deal in recent years, with more and more people committed to improving their lives while being good stewards of the environment. In addition to driving hybrid cars or riding bicycles to…
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Technology evolves to help keep homes secure
According to the Metropolitan Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (MBFAA), a burglary is committed every 10 seconds in the US; around 13 million homes are burglarized each year. Thankfully, the high-tech world of home surveillance continues to grow and improve.…
Easy ways to go green on a college budget
Choosing to be independent and rent an apartment off-campus can be a great experience, filled with memorable activities and fun exploits. Yet, this stage of your life also comes with worries and more responsibilities; you’ll have to be extra cautious…
Eco-friendly cleaning tips to freshen up your home
Spring has arrived! It’s time to say goodbye to the cold weather and officially welcome the season of rebirth and re-energizing. And what better way to invite freshness into our homes than by embarking on a spring cleaning project? Here…
Vacation time! Avoid a break-in with these tips
Summer is almost here! Time to break away for a week or two of relaxation, maybe even longer if you are lucky. But who will keep an eye on your house, apartment and pets while you are away? Are the…
Watching out for apartment crime
You don’t need a formal neighborhood watch program in place at your apartment complex in order to keep your eyes open for criminal behavior. There are plenty of telltale signs of crime you may see around your home that shouldn’t…
Preventing pest issues before the spring season
Spring is a time of rebirth, of re-energizing and re-organizing. Whether it’s your personal life or your home that needs a clean-up, now’s the time to take action. Our living environment has a deep impact on our mood, performance and…
Fires at home – why renters insurance is a must
According to the National Fire Protection Agency, every year there are more than 90,000 apartment fires in the U.S., causing over 1 billion in property damage. Sadly, these fires also cause death, injury, damage to adjoining units, displacement of residents,…
Child-proofing your apartment
If you’re getting ready to entertain friends or family members – and their small children – for the first time, it’s probably a good idea to take a look around your place at least a week before they arrive for…
Time to review your home protection plan
When watching news of natural calamities hitting cities, homes and families, which unfortunately are rather frequent events these days, a lot of people think “Oh, I’m so sorry for them, it’s awful, but that couldn’t happen to me.” Well that’s…