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...
Searching for a new apartment is generally exciting (especially if it's your first time moving into an apartment), however, it's important to set aside your excitement until you have carefully reviewed and analyzed your list of apartments. Some of the main red flags...
Apartments have become an increasingly popular choice for living due to their maintenance-free lifestyle, flexibility, amenities, and much more. But what are the characteristics or things to consider when considering apartment living? The main characteristics of...
Thinking about renting an apartment and want to know whether the apartment complex has visitor parking? This is a great question, and one that many forget to ask. Do All Apartment Complexes Offer It? No, not all apartment complexes offer visitor parking. However, if...
Just how important are apartment amenities? Which apartment amenities are the most popular? In this post, we answer that and more. What are some Example Amenities? Common examples of apartment community amenities include outdoor spaces, swimming pools, fitness...
So you just moved into your brand new internet-ready apartment and wondering how to set up Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi is perhaps one of the most important things to consider. It may involve several steps to get started. This guide breaks it down so you know exactly what to do. Is...
You've just moved into your apartment complex, are excited about trying the in-house gym, only to be disappointed. So, why do apartment gyms have few options? There are several reasons including, expensive equipment, liability issues, and limited space. Let's go into...
Some of the top apartment swimming pool etiquette rules include: only reserve a chair when need it, adhere to posted signage, don't dive or jump, wear appropriate manufactured swim wear, avoid splashing, watch your kids, don't give out code or key to non-resident, and...
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...
Have you considered entrance type as part of your apartment search? If not, you should. In general, there are 4 main apartment entrance styles - and not every apartment complex has each type. The four main entrance types are: private entrance, semi-private entrance,...
Before moving into your new rental apartment, you are probably wondering whether your apartments comes with window blinds (sometimes referred to as window shades , window treatments, or apartment balcony shades). Let's find out! Are Window Blinds Standard Apartment...
Renting an apartment and think you need a new appliance? Here, in this article, 'appliances' refer to those items that were already there when you moved in. Let's take a look at when you can get an appliance replaced, and how to ask for one. What are Your Lease Terms?...
