Signing that apartment lease for the first time is an exciting moment in your life and definitely something to celebrate. However, all that excitement can be accompanied by a lot of first-timer’s mistakes. In order to help, here are five things to avoid when renting your first apartment! Buying everything at once You’re already… Read more »
What to Look for Before Signing Your Apartment Lease
It’s so exciting to be looking for a new apartment, but there are some essentials that many people forget to consider before signing the dotted line. Whether you’re moving into your first apartment after college or are moving on to your next rental, here are a few things to keep in mind during the search… Read more »
Three Storage Mistakes You’re Making in Your Apartment
Are you struggling to fit all of your belongings in your apartment and still live comfortably? Here are a few common mistakes to avoid when looking for storage space in your home! Focusing too much on floor space You may not have the room in your apartment for another tote or bookshelf, but… Read more »
Apartment Hunting: What to Look For
You know you want to move. You know you need to move. But what you don’t know is where to start. No need to worry! You’re among many that struggle to dive into the search process and could benefit from some advice. Here are a few key things to keep in mind when looking… Read more »
Small Space Decorating Tips
Houses have plenty of room for decorations, giving people endless options to reflect their preferences. However, people that rent apartments should also have the ability and freedom to decorate, because after all, their apartment is their home. While it can be challenging to decorate a smaller living space, there are plenty of ways to do… Read more »
Getting Along with Apartment Neighbors
Maybe your next door neighbor has a taste for the Swedish dance hits of the ‘90s or maybe they seem to walk with cement blocks glued to their feet on a regular basis. Regardless, we’ve all had “problem neighbors”- especially in apartment settings. Living in close quarters with neighbors can be difficult because everyone has… Read more »
Benefits of Renting an Apartment
The age-old question when it comes to housing is: to rent or to own? Depending on where you live, the housing market can vary greatly. In some cities, it’s much more affordable to rent. In others, when the prices of homes are so low, it can make more sense to buy. But if you think… Read more »
Hosting an Event at Your Apartment
Living in an apartment doesn’t mean that you can’t host get-togethers. Although renting does keep people from entertaining, there is absolutely no reason that it should. Glendale Communities has some tips and tricks for those of you looking to throw a successful event in your apartment. Create a Mingle Space If possible, push furniture up… Read more »
How to Adjust to Living Alone
Renting an apartment is a big deal, and if you’re renting alone for the first time, it’s probably something you’re nervous about. Living alone can be an adjustment for many people, but it’s an exciting chapter that you should certainly embrace. We’ve come up with some suggestions on how to live alone and how to… Read more »
Declutter Your Apartment
Decluttering your home is often difficult for people because it can be hard to part with our belongings. However, if you are living in an apartment and storage space is somewhat limited, it’s important to regularly declutter your space. Organize The first thing you need to do is make sure everything has a place where… Read more »