Although our culture has sort of associated buying a home with “growing up”, it isn’t necessarily the first choice of millennials, who are the up and coming generation of homeowners. Between owning a home and renting an apartment or even a house, some people say they will be lifelong renters. There are so many reasons … [Read more…]
Christmas is supposed to be one of the happiest times of year, but it can be tough at times. Especially if you’re living in a tiny apartment in a big city, sometimes the holidays just don’t feel the same as when you were a kid living with your parents. But living in a big city … [Read more…]
One thing about living in a big city is that for better or for worse, your home seems to be a hub for house guests. Whether people are in town for a job interview, want to explore the city as tourists, or just passing through, your home is a cheaper and more comfortable alternative to … [Read more…]
No matter what city you live in, you probably hear stories of crime and robbery constantly. The evening news is not complete without a story of a neighbor that became a victim. For whatever reason, big cities seem to attract crime more than secluded rural towns. There are a number of things you can do … [Read more…]
Of course, everyone likes to consider themselves relatively clean. But in reality, it’s impossible to keep your house spotless 24/7. When you visit a friend’s apartment or house, there’s a good chance that it’s sparkling without a piece of clutter in sight. Truthfully, no one’s house looks that clean at all times. The host or … [Read more…]
Your college major says a lot about you. An education major is a very different person than a math and science major. You probably have a specific image of both in your head – the education major is an average height, curly haired, bubbly female who always wears floral dresses while the math and science … [Read more…]
When it comes to home security, there are a number of ways that you can reduce your chances of a home burglary. According to a recent study, the amount of home burglaries varies significantly by state and by region, but overall thousands of Americans fall victim to this crime each year. Here are a few … [Read more…]
Living in the city means you’re in walking distance to some of your favorite shops. The cute little coffee shop is just around the corner. There’s a late-night pizza shop two blocks up the street. Work isn’t too far, either. Convenience is everywhere, but then again, so is everyone else. Living in the city means … [Read more…]
If you’re living in an apartment, chances are you don’t have a lot of space. On top of that, it’s doubtful that you have a lot of wall space. With that in mind, it’s important to maximize what space you have when it comes to home decorating. We all love to display photos. Wedding photos … [Read more…]
It’s that time of the year again: The weather is warming up, pollen is covering everything, and it’s time to decide whether or not to renew your lease. The spring and summer are the busiest months for Americans to move. According to that study, almost 50% of people move between May and August. If you’re … [Read more…]