When it comes to the bathroom, many tenants feel that decorating is a big challenge due to its small size and lack of flexibility. Thankfully, bathroom decor doesn't have to be complicated. There are plenty of ways tenants can spruce up their bathrooms without...
Budgeting
What Are the Most Common Utilities?
Utilities, including electric, water, and potentially gas are a part of every apartment rental. However, whether utilities are included or not included, does not mean an apartment is more or less expensive. Someone always has to pay for utilities -- either you or the...
What Can a Landlord Do If I Don’t Pay Rent?
Once you sign a lease for an apartment, you typically agree to pay rent monthly and on time (usually the 1st of the month). What can the landlord do if you decide not to pay the rent? Ultimately, if you do not pay rent, you can be evicted (legally kicked out of your...
How Can I Make My Apartment Feel Expensive?
When you move into an apartment, you naturally want to make it look as lovely as possible. So, if you are ready to give your apartment that extra pop and luxe factor, follow these tips. Just remember, less is more in many cas! Take It Room By Room Don't try to do...
What is the Shortest Time You Can Rent an Apartment?
Are you thinking of renting an apartment, but only for a few months? Short term rentals of more than 1 month may be possible, but have limitations including usually significantly higher monthly rents. Read on to learn more about short-term apartment leases and their...
Should I Get a Bigger Apartment?
How do you know if you need a larger apartment? Let's face it, we can almost always use more space! Sure, why not? But the reality is that costs are almost always a factor. In this guide, we'll look at exactly how you can identify whether you need that bigger...
What is an Admin Fee for an Apartment?
When you want to rent an apartment, you need to consider all the costs involved in renting, including rent, utilities, parking, and even admin fees. An admin fee is a type of one-time fee that landlords charge to cover some of the overhead involved in preparing and...
Apartment Decorating: Achieve a Penthouse Look For Less Than $500
Looking to decorate your apartment on a budget? How about a beautiful penthouse look for just $500. * We will explain how you can get this done, but in the meantime... Here is an example of the potential... Before After Before and After photos provided by Nickson...
What Does Apartment Utilities Included Mean?
As a tenant, your highest cost will almost always be your rent. After rent, the main expense is usually apartment utilities (think electric, sewer, water, gas (if applicable). These utilities may or may not be included in your rent. Some people believe that...
Do I get an Invoice For Apartment Rent?
If you rent an apartment, you are probably wondering whether you will receive an invoice or bill each month prompting you to pay. However, in the United States, it is not customary for apartments to send invoices to renters. It is the renter's job to know that rent is...
Do Apartments Give Receipts?
While not common, if specifically requested, it shouldn't be a problem to get a receipt for your apartment rent. More often than not, the only document you tend to get from your landlord or property manager is a lease agreement. How can you Get a Payment Confirmation...
Is it Cheaper to Live in Philadelphia Compared to New York?
Yes, Philadelphia is about 40% cheaper compared to New York City. "Affordability, walkability, more space and easy access to city life is attracting people from more expensive markets to resettle in the Philadelphia area - particularly since the start of the Covid-19...