Should I Downsize My Apartment? (When and Why)

Having a sweet apartment that is the envy of all your friends in a great location in town can be an extremely rewarding experience when renting an apartment. But how much apartment is too...

When Do Apartments Charge Late Fees?

I have talked before about what can happen if you don’t pay your rent on time, and what it can mean for your credit history and how easily you can rent your next apartment or buy your next...

Apartments Inspections: What Are They Looking For?

One thing landlords do on a periodic basis is Apartment Inspections. Many times, tenants, especially first-time renters, get really stressed out about these inspections and are worried about...

Do Landlords Have To Repaint Walls?

Whether you are at the beginning of your leasing experience, or just about to move out and are wondering if you are going to get your security deposit back, there is the constant question about...

Can Apartment Keys Be Copied?

We have all been there. Locked out with no spare key. Life would be SO much easier if you just had another copy you could hide somewhere. If your key doesn’t say “Do Not...

Is It Better To Live On A Higher Floor?

When hunting for your next apartment, one of the questions you are going to have to ask is “Which floor do I want to live on?” In terms of view, street noise, security, natural lighting,...