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Polished Concrete Floors: The Latest Trend in Flooring
The use of concrete for residential use is growing in popularity, as designers choose the versatile surface for everything from countertops to benches. However, one trend that is growing in popularity is the use of polished concrete floors as a way to create a unique look in a room. Because concrete is extremely durable, grinding, polishing or treating the surface with chemicals can create a... ❯❯❯
5 Common Mistakes Apartment Hunters Make
When you are looking for an apartment for rent, there are many mistakes you can end up making. The last thing you want is to fall into one of these traps, because it could prove to be a nightmare. Everyone has probably lived in one nightmare apartment or another during their lives. If you are in college, these nightmare problems could be even more nightmarish. What constitutes a nightmare living... ❯❯❯
Ten Things To Do When You Move Into A New Apartment
Whether you’re moving apartment for the first or fifteenth time, it’s a big event and an exciting date for the diary. However, there are a few key things to remember to ensure your first few weeks and beyond go as smoothly as possible. 1.Change your address This is important for a number of reasons. Informing certain companies and organisations of a change in personal details is strictly... ❯❯❯
What to look for when inspecting a new apartment
Moving into a new apartment can be a big commitment and potential residents need to be sure they’re making the right decision. In many cases, it can be incredibly difficult to know whether an apartment is right for you and a lot of the decision comes down to whether the property feels instinctively right. However, there are a number of checks you can make in order to ensure there aren’t serious... ❯❯❯
5 Ways to Avoid Being Charged When Moving Out of An Apartment
When you first moved into your apartment, there’s a pretty good chance that you had to put down first and last month’s rent (or at least a percentage of it). The last month’s rent was to serve as your security deposit in case there was some damage done to the apartment while you stayed there or you did not leave in it in the condition that it was in when you first moved there. But sometimes,... ❯❯❯
5 Apartment Upgrades That Won’t Bother Your Landlord
If you are at all familiar with apartment living then you understand that the upgrades you’re allowed to perform in your living space are extremely limited. Since you don’t own the property, you obviously can’t make structural changes like knocking down walls. But you may be unable to make even simple changes like swapping the outdated appliances for newer, safer, energy-saving models. And... ❯❯❯
Downsizing Depression: The 3 Sacrifices That Aren’t So Bad
When times get really tough and you desperately need to save some cash, it sometimes means moving into a smaller, cheaper home. For some people, this means letting go of their luxurious 6 bedroom home with 4 bathrooms and an acre of land, but for others, it means leaving behind their cosy 3 bedroom family home and embracing apartment living. This is no easy task if you’re used to living fairly... ❯❯❯
5 Tips for Creating a Home Office in Your Tiny Apartment
If you’re someone who is fortunate enough to be able to work from home or you would simply like to have a designated space to do some business when you’re at the house, the best thing for you to do is to create a home office. Of course, if you happen to be someone who lives in a really small apartment space, you may feel like you don’t have enough room in order to make that kind of decor dream a... ❯❯❯
5 Tips for Converting a Single Family Home Into a Multi Unit Apartment
If you’ve got a single family home you would like to rent out, you’ve got all sorts of options to consider. If the home is large enough, you might even want to think about converting it into a multi unit apartment. Although the rent on each would obviously be much less than if you rented it as a single unit, your return is likely to be much larger. With multiple tenants you’ll be taking on less... ❯❯❯
How to Fix a Leaky Air Conditioning Window Unit in Your Apartment
Chances are at this time of year your window air conditioning unit is pulling a heavy load. In most parts of the country it’s just too hot and humid to stick with open windows and fans. You’ll try to avoid turning on that air conditioner for as long as possible, hoping to save a bit of cash. But inevitably you’ll be switching that unit on, especially on those muggy nights when you struggle to... ❯❯❯
