Fitness aficionados, I hate to break it to you, but according to professional movers, gym equipment is among the most difficult things to move. That and other bulky, oddly shaped items are usually better off left to the professionals. “They’re hard to grasp, they’re hard to get through doors, they’re hard to stack,” says Joey … Read more
Moving can be as stressful for plants as it is for tenants. Making sure your indoor garden remains unscathed when being transported from one location to the next requires preparation and planning, but whether you’re a homeowner or a renter, one thing’s for sure: ensuring your plants are healthy and happy (and your lobby free … Read more
You want your apartment to feel like home, so as soon as you move in, you add little personal touches throughout the space — snapshots of you and your friends on the refrigerator, a bold floral shower curtain, a color-block bedspread, a cheeky welcome mat. But, if you’re like most renters, you know you shouldn’t … Read more
Luckily, you don’t have to give up your dream of being able to store all your shower necessities inside your shower. There are tons of shower storage ideas that don’t require adhesives and won’t leave residue when removed. Suction cup hooks, for example, are strong, cheap, and reusable. They’re your best bet when it comes … Read more
Lauren Wellbank Contributor Lauren Wellbank is a freelance writer with more than a decade of experience in the mortgage industry. Her writing has also appeared on HuffPost, Washington Post, Martha Stewart Living, and more. When she’s not writing she can be found spending time with her growing family in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania. … Read more
Chances are, if you need a subletter, it’s because you’ve got to make a move — stat. But finding a solid replacement — one who makes those rent payments on time and doesn’t completely disrupt the roommate ecosystem — can be tough, especially if you’re under a time crunch. Before you launch a frenetic search … Read more
Finding your first real apartment is one of the most exciting markers of transitioning into adulthood. I remember when I got mine: I was an undergrad, living near school with my grandmother. Like practically all college-age students, I was quickly growing tired of rules and regulations on how I spent my days and nights. It … Read more
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