It is critical that you read and understand the entire apartment lease. That’s because you’re committing to the terms and conditions of a legal document. You don’t want to be surprised later. 1. What’s Included and What’s Not? It seems obvious that you’d want to know what you’re signing up for, but in the excitement […]
16 of the Best Philly Finds Locals Keep (Mostly) to Themselves
Tourists may flock to the standard attractions in The City of Brotherly Love — the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Reading Terminal Market and more. But what about the locals? Where do they go? In all likelihood, some have found the best-kept secrets of Philadelphia. We put together a quick guide […]
8 Reasons Why Renting May Be Better than Buying
Some beliefs are so well entrenched in society that few among us question them. A good example is the belief that buying a home is always a great investment that will appreciate in value. If you look at what happened in the 2008 financial crises, however, this belief is questionable. While homeownership has its benefits […]
The Starter Guide to Recreational Cycling In and Around Philadelphia
Philadelphia and its surrounding counties, including some in New Jersey, are a virtual Mecca for cyclists, replete with a healthy dose of the infrastructure needed to spawn a thriving cycling community. A growing network of recreational trails interlace the region. Plus, a solid foundation of cycling clubs, a full calendar of organized rides and a […]
The Apartment Tour: A How-To Guide
Trying to find the right apartment requires planning and research. First, you need to make a list of apartments in the geographic area where you are looking to reside. When creating your list, consider, among other things, traffic, convenience, public transportation, shopping, entertainment along with a list of features (both within the apartment and within […]
4 Festive Things to Do this Winter in Philadelphia After New Years (2019)
1. Winter at Dilworth Park Escape to a winter wonderland at Dilworth park filled with lights, winter garden, music, festive decorations, and an ice skating rink. Enjoy a cup of coffee as you walk through the park and explore the various vendors throughout. This is a special magnificent event. Where: At Dilworth Park near city […]
Why Renters’ Insurance May Be More Important Than You Think
Gretchen and her two children finally moved into their own apartment. Because the rent was a bit of a stretch, she decided to forego renters’ insurance. Everything went well until a fire alarm sounded at two in the morning after Halloween. Unfortunately, Gretchen’s short-term thinking had led to costly damages. As a result of […]
Sound OFF: 1.2.3 7 Questions You Must Ask About SOUND CONTROL Before Renting
Ever been this person? Why are some apartments noisier than others? Why does it seem like I hear everything next door? The Basics: Sound in buildings is basically transmitted in two ways, airborne transmission (in an apartment, this often arises from conversation, television or radio) and impact transmission (which source is most often walking or […]
6 Steps to Finding Your Ideal Apartment to Rent
Looking for a new apartment to rent can be an overwhelming, all-consuming activity. So when faced with the apartment-hunting challenge, break it down into small steps you can conquer: 1. Determine What You Can Afford Before you delve too far into apartment searching, it’s a good idea to set parameters on affordability. The easiest way […]
What is a Garden-Style Apartment?
You may hear people use the term “garden apartment” or “garden-style apartment”, but what does it mean? Once you break it down, it’s not as confusing as it may first seem. In fact, you’ve likely seen many examples of these before. A garden style apartment is an outdoor-style (garden) complex that can be one, two, […]
