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The word foyer describes a space that usually connects the entrance to various other rooms. The area beyond the front door is where guests pause to be welcomed when they enter your apartment. There might be enough room to allow entrants to take off their coats and...
You have come across the term apartment surface parking lot. But what does an apartment surface parking lot mean? It's not as complicated as it seems once you understand it. Apartment Surface Parking Lot Definition An apartment surface parking lot refers to an outdoor...
So your landlord is requesting 'certified funds' before you can move in. But what does that mean? Certified funds refer to a special type of payment that is guaranteed for clearance by the financial institution or bank. This provides peace of mind to both parties,...
One of the biggest questions we get asked from residents is whether 'they are paying rent for the previous month or next month?' Unlike with utilities or other vendors, with apartments you are usually paying in advance / pre-paying rent for the upcoming month....
If you are reading this article, you probably have mice in your apartment. Understandably, you were a bit frightened to have these rodents scrambling around. The reality is, in many parts of the United States and especially major cities in the U.S., mice in apartments...
What and How Much is a Security Deposit? A security deposit is a fixed amount of money that you pay upfront (upon lease signing) and it is typically refundable, subject to returning the apartment in the condition you received less normal wear and tear. Typically, this...
If you are planning to move into a rental apartment, you probably want to know whether the landlord or real estate agency has changed the keys so the old tenant doesn't have a set of keys to get in. Although landlords should change the keys between tenants, many do...
Partitioning or creating space in your apartment has become popular, especially if you are working from home. However, when you live in an apartment you need to be careful not to install any solutions that will cause damage to the walls or interior. Here are some...
Living with a roommate can save you substantial money (as you can split rent), but one must consider whether the rent split should be even or if one roommate should pay more. If one roommate has the master bedroom, it is typically fair for one roommate to pay about 5...
With so many checklists out there for an apartment, the bathroom is a critical, often over-looked element and really needs its own blog post. We compiled this list with our experience as landlords, and also from a personal level as renters' that have had to manually...
There is no definitive answer in terms of whether gas or electric is better, however, if given the option, many people prefer to have gas in the apartment as it is often cheaper to heat, provides a better cooking experience with a gas range, and generally provides a...
While people often painstakingly consider apartment size and square footage, few consider the size of the balcony or patio. Quick Summary Video (if you prefer) and then keep reading So, what is a good balcony size for your apartment? The depth of the balcony is very...
