The living room is the heart of your home. This is especially true in an era when people are increasingly choosing to entertain themselves and others at home—rather than head out to expensive bars and restaurants every few days. But, furnishing and decorating an adult living room for both cozy nights in and entertaining guests […]
Your apartment doesn’t have to be a cookie-cutter, boring space. While you can’t make permanent changes to it, there are still plenty of ways to turn it into a cozy home where your personal style truly shines. From window curtains to colorful rugs and wall decorations, here are some high-impact tips for overcoming décor challenges in […]
Finding that perfect apartment is cause for celebration, and one of the next steps to make it a renter’s new home is to sign the lease agreement. But before renters sign on the dotted line and enter into a rental agreement, there are some important things they need to know and understand about this legally binding […]
As much as many of us would like to extend summer (or fall) for another couple of weeks, the cold weather will be upon us like a blanket (of snow) before we know it. Before the first winter storms hit, make sure your place is ready to handle all the wind, snow, and sleet they […]
It is true that having your own apartment can be incredibly liberating! But for many of us — especially those of us living in cities where the real estate market is essentially laughing at us — this is not an option. For the time being, a large majority of the “new renter” population will have to […]
Waste reduction is one of the most important steps we can take as individuals to cause less harm to the environment. But living in a pre-packaged world can make the task seem daunting. The good news is there are plenty of ways to reduce how much waste we produce on a personal level. Here are seven […]
Roughly 20 million students will be heading to college this fall. For first-year students, thinking about the upcoming semester is exciting — and stressful. You’ll be moving on and living on your own. If you’re moving to an apartment, it means you’ll need to buy a variety of items that will help you to live comfortably. Along […]
In a typical small apartment, it can be difficult to find the right balance between style and functionality, especially if you want to design an entryway with little space on hand. Whether you’re dealing with an open floor plan or cramped walls and narrow hallways, you’ll inevitably come across some challenges when it comes to […]
Renting your very first apartment is a natural stepping stone after moving out of mom and dad’s house. The freedom of moving out on your own is very exciting, but it does come with a lot more responsibilities as well. Being a first-time renter is a really big deal. You’re on your own and can do what […]
With all the costs that come along with moving, decorating can seem like an out-of-reach expense. The problem is, nobody wants to look at blank walls all day, or hold onto old, outdated furniture. Truly transforming your apartment into something you can call your own involves putting your personality into it. You don’t need to […]
