You are probably curious as to whether carpets are your (tenant) or landlord's responsibility. Fortunately, you've come to the right place. While the specifics can depend on your lease, generally speaking, the landlord is responsible for ensuring the carpets are in...
Generally speaking, most leases stipulate the tenant is responsible for changing lightbulbs. Practically speaking though, in today’s modern world of renting, the best property managers and landlords will go the extra mile and change lightbulbs that are part of the...
When you look to rent an apartment, you want to make sure that: You can afford the monthly rent (a popular rule of thumb is to allocate 30% of your gross income to rent) You have enough saved up for one-time expenses that are due almost immediately before move in,...
People may choose to move out of an apartment for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it is because of a personal or financial issue – new job, new house, life change, or change of income…which is out of everyone’s control. But sometimes... it is because of specific...
If you're thinking of renting an apartment, there are specific things to look for in the lease to help avoid potential problems or mis-understandings later. Here they are: 1. Lease Term What is the length of the lease? This should be plainly stated. The most common...
While mice in apartments are possible and often a common irritant in many parts of the nation, long-lasting issues (problems lasting over several months) with mice are often a result of a combination of tenant cleanliness and poor management. The best apartment...
It’s no longer a secret - Philadelphia is a great place to live. We get a lot of inquiries from people looking to move to Philadelphia, and more recently people moving from New York to Philadelphia. We thought it would be helpful to compile a list of resources for...
Trying to figure out how much space is enough? Well, generally speaking...If you need a one bedroom, you probably will want an apartment of at least 550 square feet. If you want a 2 bedroom, you will probably want an apartment of at least 750 square feet. If you want...
So you are about to move into your first apartment, but want to make sure your bathroom is well equipped. From obvious products like towels and toilet paper to first aid kits and personal care items. Here is a bathroom checklist for your first apartment. Personal Care...
So you are about to move into your first apartment, and are looking for a list of things you need for your new home. Below is a checklist of the things you need for your first apartment, along with approximate costs. In total, expect to spend anywhere from $4,400 to...
When you hear the term 'Apartment Search Websites', think Expedia but for apartments - one website where you can see all of the apartments in an area. Apartment search websites not only have varying inventory, but also different specialties, brands, and features. This...
You’ve got your apartment search to two apartments, but you are trying to figure out which apartment between the two to choose? Fortunately, there is an easy way to choose. Follow the steps below. 1. Compare Value Just like when you go to the grocery store, and see...
