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ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
3M ago
Are you currently searching for your perfect home? Your exciting journey is filled with myriad choices, each offering a unique lifestyle and amenities tailored to meet your needs. As a renter, you’ll encounter a pivotal decision: house, townhome, or condo? Let your budget serve as your guide throughout this exploration, unlocking a world of diverse possibilities. In this informative article, we delve into the thrilling realm of rental options, unveiling what your budget can afford in terms of housing choices. Whether you envision a spacious house, a community-oriented townhome, or a convenient ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
3M ago
Thinking about your housing options and interested in renting a townhouse? Townhouses offer a unique combination of space, amenities, and community living that might be just what you’re looking for. But like any housing decision, there are pros and cons to consider. In this article, we’ll explore the advantages and disadvantages of renting a townhouse, providing valuable insights to help you make an informed decision about your next home. Whether you’re drawn to the idea of a spacious, multi-story dwelling or have concerns about potential drawbacks, we’ll guide you through the ins and outs of ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
4y ago
You don’t have to be an interior decorator to make your
apartment look fashionable and inviting. Just a few easy updates will give your
apartment a fresh, new look – and it won’t cost you a lot of time or money.
Here are 20 ways to express your style and creativity in your space:
Update a lampshade with some paint. Use stencils
or try it freehand.
Make your small kitchen look modern with black
and white accessories.
Find some prints or old photos you love and
enlarge them for your walls.
Mix up the dining room. Instead of matching
table and chairs, mix it up by finding antique chairs in a v ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
4y ago
Decorating for the holiday season is a real treat. And if you’re like us, you’ll want to keep your budget in mind when you’re planning your decor. We’ve come up with a few ways to keep the holiday spirit alive and well in your apartment without breaking the bank.
Use Decorative Bows
Buy a few rolls of ribbon to get things started this holiday season. You can tie them around chairs at your dining room table, hang them from door knobs in the bedroom and bathroom, or tie them onto holiday wreaths! Colorful, sparkly, or patterned ribbons will add some budget-friendly pizzazz to your holiday decor ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
4y ago
The holidays are finally here, renters! If you pride yourself on your festive home decor, we’re with you! And we’re here to help. From colorful glassware to holiday blankets, here are seven decorating tips to get your home ready for Christmas.
Find Festive Pillows and Blankets
Swap out your colorful throw pillows and patterned blankets for a more festive touch. Greens, reds, and even tans and grays will give your home the warm, holiday feel you’re aiming for. Don’t be afraid to mix patterns and colors this holiday season. Pillows and blankets with plaid, bright patterns, festive sayings, and ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
4y ago
Those beautiful Christmas trees you’re seeing across social media and magazine covers really set the mood for the holiday. Yet when it comes to decorating our own, they never quite turn out the same. What is the science and technique behind those artistically decorated trees, and how many lights do you need to make yours just as stunning? Well, it depends on a few factors.
The Size and Type of Christmas Tree
You want your Christmas tree to be the focal point in the room, right? But you don’t want to overdo it. A tree that’s too cluttered with lights will be overbearing, while a tree without en ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
4y ago
You open your email and there it is … you friend/family member/coworker is having a cookie swap. If your initial thought is to panic or think about heading to the grocery store for a pre-packaged box of cookies, take a deep breath and think again! Cookies are easy to make, and these recipes will make you the hit of the cookie swap.
Sugar cookies! They are a classic for a reason. These cookies are easy to make, done in no time, and you can decorate them to make them even more festive. What’s not to love?
Gingerbread cookies aren’t as easy, but they are so worth the effort! The best part? Your ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
4y ago
Do you go with the traditional green and red? Do a peacock-feather-inspired scheme of purple and teal? What about all silver? With so many different options, you may feel a little overwhelmed with holiday decorating. But don’t worry — we have several ways to help you find the inspiration you need to make your home sparkle this season.
Match Your Existing Decor
Not sure where to begin? Look around! What color scheme does your home have? Do you trend toward pink? What color is your sofa, your throw pillows, your favorite rug? Focus on the things you’ve already chosen for your home. If you ten ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
4y ago
As you’re looking for a new apartment, it’s helpful to know
the differences between rental types, such as the differences between a condo
and an apartment. What’s a condo, you ask? And in what ways is it different
from an apartment? We’re here to explain the key differences between renting
one from the other.
What Is a Condo?
A condo, short for condominium, is a private residential
unit that is rented out to tenants by a landlord. The landlord is the private
owner of the condo itself, which is typically located in a residential building
or community. The landlord has the ability to act ..read more
ForRent.com | Apartment Living Blog
5y ago
While searching for your next
rental home, you’ve likely come across a wide variety of rental
types—apartments, condos, houses, townhouses, and so on. But are you familiar
with the duplex? If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to rent a duplex, and
how it compares to renting other types of properties, this one’s for you.
What is a duplex?
The term duplex, a name taken from the Latin word for “double” or “twofold,”
most often refers to a house divided into two separate rental units with their
own entrances—also known as a duplex
house. However, in some high-density rental markets, the te ..read more