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Do Apartments Change Key Locks?
If you are planning to move into a rental apartment, you probably want to know whether the landlord or real estate agency has changed the keys so the old tenant doesn't have a set of keys to get in. Although landlords should change the keys between tenants, many do...
5 Clever and Effective Ways to Partition Space in Your Apartment
Partitioning or creating space in your apartment has become popular, especially if you are working from home. However, when you live in an apartment you need to be careful not to install any solutions that will cause damage to the walls or interior. Here are some...
Should a Roommate with Master Pay More?
Living with a roommate can save you substantial money (as you can split rent), but one must consider whether the rent split should be even or if one roommate should pay more. If one roommate has the master bedroom, it is typically fair for one roommate to pay about 5...
A Move-In Bathroom Checklist for Your First Apartment
With so many checklists out there for an apartment, the bathroom is a critical, often over-looked element and really needs its own blog post. We compiled this list with our experience as landlords, and also from a personal level as renters' that have had to manually...
Is Gas or Electric Better for Apartments
There is no definitive answer in terms of whether gas or electric is better, however, if given the option, many people prefer to have gas in the apartment as it is often cheaper to heat, provides a better cooking experience with a gas range, and generally provides a...
What is a Good Balcony Size in an Apartment?
While people often painstakingly consider apartment size and square footage, few consider the size of the balcony or patio. Quick Summary Video (if you prefer) and then keep reading So, what is a good balcony size for your apartment? The depth of the balcony is very...
Things For Your First Apartment {Your First Apartment Checklist}
In total, expect to spend anywhere from $4,400 to $8,700 if you are purchasing all brand new. The most expensive items include: bed frame, dresser, mattress, couch, tv, kitchen/dining table, and chairs. Adding up quickly include items such as kitchenware (pots, pans,...
Craigslist Northeast Philadelphia Apartments vs Fidelity Management
Looking for Apartments for rent in Northeast Philadelphia on Craigslist? Craigslist is an independent listing website where anyone can post. Because Craigslist allows anyone to post, and while there certainly can be high-quality listings, there's a risk of...
5 Tips For How To Split the Rent With a Roommate
If you're planning to move into an apartment with a roommate, you're probably wondering how to split monthly rent. How do you make the payment to the landlord? How to fairly split rent to make sure everyone is happy? Quick Summary Video (if you prefer) and then keep...
Most Affordable, Family-Friendly Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
The most affordable and desirable neighborhoods in Philadelphia are Bustleton, Somerton, Fox Chase, and Mt Airy. The first three Philadelphia neighborhoods are in an area known as Northeast Philadelphia. The latter is in Northwest Philadelphia. Other affordable,...
10 Amazing Arboretums in Philly
We recently wrote about 10 amazing gardens in Philadelphia, and given how well the article was received, and the many arboretums in the area, we decided to write this companion article on our top 10 (ten) local arboretums (a garden of trees). Morris Arboretum Owned by...
List of the Best Grocery Stores in NE Philadelphia
Having grocery stores in close proximity is an important item when considering where to live and is a great convenience. Fortunately, if you're living in Northeast Philadelphia, there are plenty of great grocery store options just a short walk or drive away. Here are...
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