Category Archives: Renters Tips

How to Create the Perfect Outdoor Space for Your Apartment Home

If you’re lucky enough to live in an apartment home that comes with outdoor space, there are so many ways to take full advantage of it. On this week's blog, we are sharing our top tips to make the most of it! Pull Up a Seat Make your outdoor space functional by adding chairs or…

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Questions to Ask Your Landlord Before You Sign a Lease

After you’ve found your dream apartment, the next step is making sure you fully understand and agree with your lease agreement. While some parts of the agreement may seem obvious, like how much your monthly rent payment is, there are some things to specifically look out for that will help you during the term of…

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Summer Apartment Living: Tips for Keeping Cool

Keeping your apartment cool and comfortable can become a challenge as temperatures rise. However, there are plenty of ways to beat the heat without running up your energy bills. Here are some practical tips to help you stay cool this summer.   Close Curtains and Blinds Keep curtains and blinds closed during the hottest parts…

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Things to Consider When Searching for a New Apartment Home

If you’re on the hunt for your dream apartment home, today’s blog is for you. There are a number of elements that you may not have considered during your search. On today's blog we are sharing some of our top ones to add to your list.    How important is location?  While on your dream…

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What You Should Do With Your Rental When You’re On Vacation

You’re about to embark on a well-deserved trip. Everything on your to-do list is complete, except  for how to prepare your rental while you’re away on vacation. In today’s blog, we’ll walk you through some important steps to complete before you depart. 1. Let your landlord know you’ll be leaving your apartment for an extended…

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Tips to Improve Your Mental Health for Mental Health Awareness Week

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a timely reminder that caring for your mental well-being starts in the spaces you spend the most time. While routines, relationships, and support systems all play an important role, your home environment can have a powerful impact on how you feel day to day. Creating a space that…

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How To Be More Environmentally Friendly as a Renter

  In today’s world, so many more people are asking about how to be more environmentally conscious. We find this to be the case when we talk to people looking to rent, particularly in more urban areas. In some cases, buildings themselves will have special features that will contribute to the cause. One example is…

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Declutter for Spring: A Quick Refresh for Your Apartment

As winter starts to wind down in Wisconsin, it’s a great time to give your apartment a simple refresh. With plenty of cold days still ahead, many of us are spending more time indoors, and your home should be a place that feels comfortable, calm, and inviting. Before spring arrives, a little decluttering and light…

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