Billy just signed a lease with a private owner...and then the following year, the private owner decided to stop renting to him. It’s not unusual for an owner to want to move back into their property. They might also decide they want to let a family member move into...
Renter 'A' may wonder…. “How many apartments should I reach out to? How do I begin my search?” With our 50 plus years of experience in the residential apartment business (with headquarters located in the heart of Northeast Philadelphia), we wanted to share suggestions...
Moving out of an apartment? You may receive a call or letter from your landlord about a walk-through inspection. As a tenant, do you have to do the walk-through? Let's find out! First, What is a Move Out Inspection? A move-out inspection is a process by which a...
Just moved into a new apartment and want to know the rules of being a good, respectful apartment neighbor? That's a great start. What exactly is apartment neighbor etiquette? Let's take a look. 1. Keep Sound to a Minimum If you're looking to play music, keep it at a...
Temperatures are starting to rise and summer is around the corner. Some of the top apartment swimming pool etiquette rules include: only reserve a chair when need it, adhere to posted signage, don't dive or jump, wear appropriate manufactured swim wear, avoid...
Thinking of renting an apartment, and not sure whether to rent a condo or an apartment? This is a good question! You've come to the right place. How are they similar? Both apartments and condos are part of larger buildings that are made up of multiple units. In fact,...
If you're looking to rent an apartment, you probably have heard of at least two different types of tours (virtual and in-person). However, there are actually several other innovative ways to tour apartments these days, including 3D tours, live video tours,...
Planning to move to Philadelphia and don't know where to begin? We've got you covered with this 10-step checklist to help you settle down as seamlessly as possible. 1. Understand housing options Philly has a variety of housing types - from single-family walk-up homes...
Are you looking to rent from a private individual landlord? While there might be some advantages to renting from a private landlord, such as potentially a more personal relationship , one should also understand the potential disadvantages, including maintenance...
Planning on taking a short day trip from Philadelphia for a quick getaway or just to enjoy some time away from the city? Everyone needs a break once in a while, so take a look at this guide to help you choose between 20 amazing day trips to quaint towns near and...
What apartment features should I look for when I'm shopping around for a new apartment? What's most important? Too often people focus on the basic features such as in-unit washer/dryers, number of bathrooms, number of bedrooms. Don't get us wrong. These are hugely...
Are you in the market to rent an apartment or duplex? First, let's look at the definitions. Then, we will explore some of the pros and cons of each. While a duplex and apartment are similar in that they both contain units to house people, a duplex refers to two...
