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Top 14 Questions To Ask About Apartment Safety and Security Before Renting
According to surveys, the number one concern of individuals and families seeking a new home or apartment is security. Yet, only a small percentage of residents and potential owners understand what to look for or even what questions to ask in order to make an informed...
5 Storage Tips for Your Small Apartment
Often we choose to rent apartments for the convenience of the neighborhood they’re located in or the amenities included. Sometimes that comes at a price: there is less square footage for more ideal add-ons like a pool, in-home laundry, or gym access. When it comes to...
Top Pumpkin and Apple Orchards Near Philadelphia
Crisp, chill air is replacing those humid summer mornings so that can only mean one thing: autumn is in full effect! While most people jump straight into Halloween mode, it’s important to remember that pumpkins aren’t the only fruit being harvested this season....
What is a Walk-Score and Why Is It Important?
So what is a Walk Score? Why is it important? If you are asking these questions, you have probably heard something about a walk score, seen it on a real estate listing, or think you know what it is but aren't quite sure. Fortunately, you've come to the right place....
What Does a Safe Apartment Community Look Like? A Case Study
The number one concern of individuals and families seeking a new home or apartment is security. Yet, only a small percentage of residents and potential owners understand what to look for to make an informed decision. The most secure communities are gated communities...
How Much Should I Be Paying in Rent?
You are looking to rent an apartment and are wondering how much you can afford to pay in rent. Below are three rules that most financial experts suggest using as a guide for how much you should be paying in rent. Rule #1: Spend a maximum of 30% of your annual income...
Top 5 Things to Do in Philadelphia on the 4th of July
There are few places as spirited and alive as July in Philadelphia! After all, Philadelphia is the birthplace of the nation. There isn't another city that can claim that! Where else would you want to be than where it all began? Each year, Philadelphia is honored with...
4 Crucial Safety Tips for the Pool this Summer
It's July, and the pool has been open at your apartment for several weeks. The pool is a wonderful place for the entire family to meet new friends, have fun, swim for exercise, or generally feel refreshed by the cool water. During pool hours, a certified Red Cross...
5 Easy Ways to Make Your Balcony Space More Enjoyable
Nothing goes to waste! It's what people usually say when it comes to being frugal but it's also not a bad philosophy when it comes to getting the most out of your apartment. After all, you've done the apartment hunting, you signed the lease, you probably hassled your...
4 Simple and Manageable Ways to Keep Your New Apartment Clean and Fresh
Every one of us likes to live in a clean, fresh apartment. Having to come home to a messy, cluttered apartment every day is liable to cause an immense feeling of dread, which is why it's essential to devise ways to ensure your apartment is kept neat and tidy. Below...
5 Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in Philadelphia
Memorial Day, a holiday rich with a history of American patriotism and unity, is the official kick off to every summer across the U.S. Celebrated to commemorate the lives of countless war veterans that have served our country valiantly and sacrificed their lives since...
Why Use Apartment Ratings and Apartment Rating Websites
Choosing the right apartment for you and your family has become much easier since the advent of the Internet. Less time and energy have to be spent searching endlessly for the *perfect* apartment. More time can now be devoted to actually touring homes and making a...
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