Reading Time: 4minutes Essentially, your credit score indicates how you’ve handled bills and debts in the past. A lower score means you are more at financial risk. Apartment hunting is stressful enough as it is, but what about your credit? Poor credit is a major factor when finding an apartment. What seems like a reasonable deposit for an apartment can quickly equal one month’s rent if you have poor credit. Here are a few things to remember when considering renting an apartment with poor credit. 1. Why do You Have Bad Credit? Having an accurate idea of what’s on your credit report will... View Article
Reading Time: 5minutes Are you trying to find the perfect aesthetic for your apartment? Do you like more or less clutter? Bold or muted colors? Whatever your preference is, these aesthetics are sure to inspire your next decorating or DIY project for your apartment! 1. Bohemian Inspired Aesthetic This type of room involves colors and elements from Mother Earth! Neutral tones, gold elements, plants, and natural lighting are just some of the most common elements in a boho-inspired apartment. The term “boho” actually refers to artists and intellectuals who live with minimal possessions and prefer living away from big cities. Bohemian-inspired apartments involve... View Article
Reading Time: 4minutes Have you ever wanted your own place but couldn’t afford to front the rent price every month? Having a roommate is a great way to reduce monthly rent expenses but also feel like you have your own space. Many people will own their own house and still rent out a basement or spare bedroom to one or more people to offset the cost. There are so many great tools online and through social media to connect with people looking for a roommate or looking for an open bedroom. Here are a few of the best websites to find roommates on!... View Article
Reading Time: 5minutes Finding the right space for your budget and lifestyle is challenging. With all the different types of homes, it’s hard to know exactly what you’re looking for. Condos, townhomes, and apartments can all look very similar especially when the exterior isn’t specific as to which it is. Some places can even be considered a townhome and apartment or look like a townhome but be a condo. These tips will help you spot the difference and choose the right one! Condos The most notable difference between condos, townhomes, and apartments is you almost always buy a condo. Unlike an apartment where... View Article
Reading Time: 4minutes Plants have shown to improve air quality, boost immune health, improve mental health, and overall increase productivity, according to ecowatch.com. No wonder they have become popular for decorating an apartment! Plants help a space to feel alive and healthy. So, why not cover your apartment in them? Whether it’s adding a succulent to a desk or turning your balcony into a garden bar, learning to garden in your apartment has major benefits and the results are “unbe-leaf-able”. Envision Where in Your Apartment to Build your Garden Plants need three main things to grow; Sunlight, water and oxygen. Sometimes, the most... View Article
Reading Time: 5minutes With the craziness of the world right now, it can be tempting to pick up the remote and start a little vacation in your apartment. However, this can quickly turn into a harmful thing. Staying inside all day can have negative effects if you aren’t working towards positive goals and creating a productive environment. These 10 reasons will remind you of why it is important to keep a routine. So, create the lifestyle you need and get back to business! 1. Routines Create Structure Humans flourish when they have ideas, goals and a plan of action. It’s what separates us... View Article
