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10 Questions To Ask A Potential Roommate

Having a roommate can considerably lower your living costs. However, splitting rent may not be worth it if you end up sharing your apartment with someone who is irresponsible and sloppy. If you’re considering getting a roommate, it’s important that you get to know this person first. However, even if you’ve known someone a long time, it doesn’t mean you would live well together. Ask your potential roommate the following questions to help you decide i...

4 Tips To Using The Parking Garage Responsibly

When you rent an apartment, having access to a parking garage is a major plus. However, community parking comes with its own etiquette, and it’s important to respect other people’s property and be mindful of your neighbors. If you’re lucky enough to have an apartment with parking garage access, keep the following tips in mind: Park within the lines When you’re parking your vehicle, it’s important to park evenly between the lines. T...

4 Ways To Decorate With Homemade Artwork

Decorating an apartment can be expensive, especially if you’re investing in professional artwork. While it’s great to support local artists, there are some budget-friendly ways to decorate your home that showcase your own budding art skills. If you don’t consider yourself the artistic type, don’t worry; these projects are as simple or complex as you decide to make them. With a few paintbrushes and some simple art supplies, you can create fun works of art that...

5 Décor Tips To Show Off Your Love Of Travel

Display your love of adventure with a decorative theme that shows off your latest trips and travel plans. Travel themes can be modern and creative, or old-world and cozy. Find your own unique style and express your love of the globe with a few of our decorative tips: Theme walls Choose a country or culture you want to feature, or display places of the world you want to visit. Your wall can tell your travel story from the Pyramids of Egypt to the beaches of Brazil. ...

4 Simple Exercises To Do In Your Apartment

If you’re wanting to start a fitness regimen, but not quite ready to use the gym, there’s plenty of effective workouts you can do right in your apartment. While things like lifting weights, high-intensity workout routines, and jumping jacks are better left for the fitness center, many exercises are suitable for your living room and will not bother the neighbors. 1. Stability ball crunches A stabi...

5 Apartment Decorations For Fall

Sweaters, scarves, and pumpkin spice marks the entrance of autumn, and this means decorating your apartment with all things orange and cozy. Between the leaves, cider, and pies, fall is by far our favorite time of year. Here are some of our favorite fall décor ideas that you can craft up today: 1. Painted Acorns Fallen acorns are everywhere this time of year, and they are an excellent decorative piece. Go outside and gather some acorns, and make sure the...

4 Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Apartment’s Look

Looking to upgrade your personal space? If you’re on a budget, decorating may be a low priority. However, there are a few simple, affordable ways to bring new life into your apartment. 1. Removable Decals Removable wall decorations are relatively cheap, and can make a huge improvement in a room without taking up any space. Find a bare spot on a wall, and decide what mood or environment you want the room to have. There are many options for decals, includin...