Living in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t grow your own garden. You can still have healthy, abundant plants without a traditional garden setup and bring some greenery into your space. But there are some tips specific to starting a garden in an apartment or on your balcony/patio versus a backyard and certain plants…
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So you’re thinking about renting! Maybe you’re just starting to look or maybe you’re about to move in. Wherever you are in your journey, it’s really important to consider purchasing renters insurance. In fact, you may be required to purchase renters insurance before you move in. This not only ensures that you, personally, are…
You’re about to embark on a well-deserved trip. Everything on your to-do list is complete, except 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…
Do you ever sit on the couch and feel like the walls are closing in around you? Maybe you’ve recently transitioned to working from home or you’re just feeling fatigued from being cooped up for so much of the last year. If you’re starting to feel like the space you have isn’t big enough for…
Cleaning your space is not a seasonal task, but once the spring season arrives, it can provide you with much-needed motivation to deep clean and reinvigorate your entire home. As we start to prepare for lots of time on the go during the busier summer months, spring is a great time to deep clean the…
Brrr, it’s cold outside! There must be something we can do inside to keep ourselves entertained, right? The long, cold, snowy Wisconsin winters can have us feeling like we are forced to stay inside out of fear of turning into a human icicle. But we have crafted a list of some fun and practical…
As we are now officially in 2021, it is time to make some resolutions or goals to make the space you rent more of a home. Whether organization and functionality are your main aims or you’re going for decor and ambiance, we will help you come up with some great resolutions. When it comes…
When it comes to choosing where to rent, it is important to consider how much you are willing to set aside for bills each month. The best place to start is with a budget. Are you tracking where your dollars are actually going? If not, don’t worry. It turns out that over half of Americans…
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way into this holiday season with some fun ideas to turn your apartment into a winter wonderland. Whether you are celebrating virtually this year or gathering with close family, having a space that cultivates the spirit of the season can make the holidays feel that bit more…
Congrats, you have just moved into your new apartment! Here are ten things to do in the first month that will help set you up for success in your life and your lease. Snap Pictures If you apply for renters’ insurance, it is good to have photos of your space with your belongings as…