If you’ve built a vast collection of purses and handbags, chances are you’re wondering the best way to store them—especially in the smaller space like apartment living. Check out some of the ideas below: Use Over-the-Door Organizers Over the door organizers are exactly what they sound like. Items that hang over the door to organize. They aren’t just for shoes. Their pockets are perfect for storing clutches, small purses, and other accessories. Simply hang it over a bedroom or closet door, and you have an instant storage solution. Plus, it keeps everything in sight, making choosing a purse ..read more

A rug is a great way to make small spaces, such as apartment bedrooms, feel larger. Rugs add a touch of depth and dimension to your room and help define space. Adding an area rug under your bed also adds an element of coziness and warmth. But before you purchase just any area rug for your bedroom, make sure you understand what size you need. Understand the Dimensions A standard queen bed is around 60″ x 80″. However, once you factor in the bed frame you can add an extra 2 to 5 inches to each dimension. This means you’re essentially working with a bed area of about 63″ (5.25 feet) x 83″ (6.91 f ..read more

Looking to move to a new house or apartment? One of the basic items you will need is boxes. Unfortunately, buying massive quantities of boxes online can be difficult and cumbersome. Perhaps you don’t have the time or car space. Check out the list of possible places to get boxes for moving, including some free options. Storage Facilities Many local storage facilities offer moving boxes for sale. Instead of stressing over where to find reliable boxes, give them a call. They usually stock a variety of sizes tailored for different items, ensuring your possessions are safely packed. Local Retail St ..read more

You might be wondering When apartments get updated. Unlike a hotel which can undergo a massive renovation all at once, most apartment complexes typically renovate “as they go”.  This is because hotels operate on a night-by-night basis, and can simply choose a date and shut its doors for renovation. Most apartment complexes, however, have long-term leases and usually renovate a little bit at a time. Let’s dig in more below. When Does an Apartment Complex Update? Apartment complexes typically update in phases and based on the desired schedule of the landlord. Really good apartment complexe ..read more

If you are in the market to rent an apartment, you may want to see the exact apartment you intend to rent. However, the management company may not be able to show you the exact apartment as better apartment complexes have enjoyed very high occupancy in recent years. Considerations While you can and certainly should ask, most highly sought after apartment complexes will have an existing resident in the unit you want to rent (occupied). If there are lots of available (vacant) units for you to look at, that might be a sign of a less desirable apartment complex. See Red Flags of Apartment. Is it O ..read more

The cost to furnish an apartment can be considerable – $6,000+ for a two bedroom, often more than 2x the amount of cash you need just to move in (first month rent and security deposit). Therefore, furnishing an apartment can be financially draining for many people. If you feel this way, you are not alone. Follow these tips to save big when you furnish your apartment. Furnish the Rooms That Need it Most A minimalist approach is one of the best ways to furnish on a budget. Instead of furnishing every nook and cranny the day you move in, focus on the rooms that you need for daily living. Consider ..read more

Philly Apartment Rentals When it comes to the bathroom, many tenants feel that decorating is a big challenge due to its small size and lack of flexibility. Thankfully, bathroom decor doesn’t have to be complicated. There are plenty of ways tenants can spruce up their bathrooms without breaking the bank or the rules. Accessorize Your Countertops Bathroom accessories can make a drab bathroom feel elegant without making any major changes. Shop for a matching lotion and soap dispenser set, a nice toothbrush holder, and a cosmetics organizer to place on the countertop to store your toiletries with ..read more

Philly Apartment Rentals If you live in an apartment building, you might notice that you occasionally hear chatter or footsteps when your neighbor walks by your front door in the hallway; however, when you are inside your apartment, you don’t hear anything. Why is this? Generally speaking, this has to do with how the building was constructed as well as lack of sound control elements in the hallway. How Sound Travels in Apartment Buildings The way the building is constructed determines how well sound travels through the walls between units. In a building with proper insulation and concrete wall ..read more

Philly Apartment Rentals While 2 months isn’t the ideal amount of time (usually you want about 2.5 months) to search for an apartment, it can work if the complex you want to move into has a vacancy available. How Long Does It Take to Find an Apartment? The ideal length of time to find an apartment is, generally speaking, approximately about 2.5 months (or about 75 days) out from the date you want to move. Although it is possible to find an apartment in less time, most rental agreements require tenants to provide 60 days’ notice before moving out, which means landlords usually don’t know a ..read more

Philly Apartment Rentals Utilities, including electric, water, and potentially gas are a part of every apartment rental. However, whether utilities “are included” or not included, does not mean an apartment is more or less expensive. Someone always has to pay for utilities — either you or the landlord. Is It Cheaper When Utilities Are Included? No, not necessarily. While it is helpful to know what line items you owe each month, having utilities included does not necessarily mean an apartment is going to be cheaper. It just means the utilities are built into the rent. Apartments that include u ..read more