Planning to move anytime soon? Decluttering ahead of time and preparing your belongings for moving day will ensure a smooth, seamless transition into your new apartment. Besides getting renters insurance for your new location, sorting through your possessions is probably…
Author: Leah Etling
Leah Etling is the founding editor of the Balance Sheet and a 12-year Yardi employee who also oversees press releases and social media. An award winning journalist, she holds a master’s degree from UC Berkeley and is a native of Santa Barbara County, Yardi’s home.
Wildfires and insurance: things you should know
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, California experienced its deadliest and most destructive wildfire season in 2018. With a total of 8,527 fires that covered an area of 1,893,913 acres, many cities in the state are at risk of being…
3 tips for the optimal home office
Finding a work-life balance is just as essential for peace of mind as it is for increased efficiency, and working from home often results in the intermingling of these two sides of life. A home office may be a particularly…
Can you get volcano insurance?
Volcanic activity from the Kilauea eruption in Hawaii has lessened, but the region is still plagued by aftershocks, lava flow and hazardous fumes. On the eastern side, about 35 properties were destroyed according to the Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.…
Helping Hurricane Victims
Due to flooding caused by the hurricane, more than 30,000 people were displaced from their homes in Texas and Louisiana. The evacuees staying in shelters or with friends and relatives included many renters. Yardi software helps manage a significant percentage…
Should you insure your pet?
We all love our pets. Often a beloved dog or cat becomes as much a part of our family as a child or close relative. And when pets age, suffer accidents or start to have health problems, bills and emotions…
Five reasons why renters insurance is recommended
Renters insurance is on the short list of insurances that are not a waste of money – and should be on your list of things to buy if you are living in a rented home. Financial experts say that the…
What to look for in a new rental apartment
Renting a new apartment can be a real challenge. Even when you think you’ve found the one, a home packed with hot amenities and with lots of space, located in the part of town that best suits your needs, you…
10 questions to ask before you rent
Think you’ve found the best apartment to rent? It’s spacious, reasonably priced, and designed to impress. What more could you want?! Well, a lot more, actually. It might be a good idea to go over a few specifics before signing…
10 “Safe and Sound” questions to ask at your apartment
So you’re renting a new apartment or home. Congratulations! You’ve probably already covered the basics with your leasing agent or property manager, but these 10 questions you may not have thought of. Ask them, and take appropriate action based on…