About the Author: Joshua Mark
This content was posted and edited by Joshua Mark and the Fidelity Management Corporation team in Philadelphia, PA. The Fidelity Management Corporation team is a family business that has extensive experience in the fields of apartment rentals, leasing, and property management, through 50+ years of operating, owning and managing apartment complexes.
As a team, we have extensive experience and knowledge with respect to answers that many renters look for during their quest to find a suitable apartment, including a depth of knowledge on topics such as sound control, construction, and quality of an apartment. This experience from the Fidelity Management team comes from operations (being in apartment rental business for 50+ years), in formal education with a member of the team holding a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, as well as decades of hands-on experience in the construction field building and developing many single-family homes, residential single-family home and townhome communities, condominiums, and apartment complexes.
Our experience can provide helpful tips and tricks for renters looking to find the right apartment for their family, and potentially avoid costly mistakes.
While we write some content specific to greater Philadelphia market, the vast majority of our content is meant to address renters’ nationwide who are either beginning the apartment search, about to decide (select) an apartment, or wish to find a better place to live.
Nationally, this content and expertise has been recognized confirmed by some of the apartment industry’s most reputable resources…as inclusions or references in articles that have appeared in: ApartmentGuide.com, Rent.com, RentCafe, The Balance, MyFirstApartment, and many others.
Are you thinking of renting your own truck for your move? Doing so will almost certainly save some money. To put yourself on track for a trouble-free moving day, however, consider a variety of factors: Quick Summary Video (if you prefer)and then keep reading: 1. What...
Fidelity Management's phillyaptrentals blog was recently named a Top 25 Philadelphia Blog by Feedspot. Feedspot says their list identifies: the Best Philadelphia Blogs from thousands of Philadelphia blogs in our index using search and social metrics. We've carefully...
The short answer to the question, "Is a Lease Legally Binding?" is a yes.* A lease is a type of contract. Let's dig into that a little to understand why it's legally binding and what that means to you, the renter. Why It's Legally Binding A lease is a contract that...
How do I decorate my apartment? What are some ideas for apartment decoration to make my apartment feel expensive? If you've ever thumbed through a copy of Architectural Digest, you know what professional interior designers can do with even the most challenging space....
According to a report from Redfin, the Bustleton neighborhood in Philadelphia was ranked the #6 hottest affordable neighborhood in the nation. The report tracks year-over-year growth in listing views and incorporates Redfin agent insights. Also on the list in...
While renting may remove many of the headaches and hassles of home ownership, you're still making a commitment and entering into a legal contract. It's important, therefore, that you do your due diligence and make informed decisions. To help you, here are seven of the...
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 It seems obvious that you'd want to know what you're...
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...
Out of 101,000+ communities, Fidelity Management is proud to announce that Park Place One Apartments was, once again, ranked #1 in Pennsylvania, #1 in the entire City of Philadelphia, and once again #2 in the entire Nation for customer service and online reputation in...
Some beliefs are so well entrenched in society that few among us question them. A good example is a 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 crisis, however, this belief is...
Making the move to your own, first apartment? How exciting! But after soaking in your newfound living space, you've got plenty to consider, especially when it comes to furniture. How big is the apartment? How much floor space is available? What color scheme works...
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....
