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Jason Potts

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Homegating Twitter Chat

Homegating Twitter Chat

Football season is right around the corner. You know what that means! That’s right, awesome match ups and tons of homegating fun! Why not avoid the crowds, long lines, and traffic this year and enjoy the games in the comfort of your own home? Come party with ForRent.com, Homes.com & co-host Ryobi Power Tools on […]

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How to Save Money on Your Electric Bill

How to Save Money on Your Electric Bill

A good way to lower your spending is to pay attention to your electricity use – often, there are ways to easily decrease your monthly energy bill while also providing benefits to the environment! Use energy-efficient light bulbs in all of your light fixtures. Energy-efficient bulbs use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs and last […]

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Storage Solutions for Small Spaces

Storage Solutions for Small Spaces

Hello again! It’s Kelly from Here Comes the Sun and today I’ll be showing you several pretty storage solutions that are perfect small spaces. When you live in an apartment, space is at a premium and you need to maximize every inch of what you’ve got. These storage solutions are not only functional but decorative […]

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How to Revamp Cork Boards

How to Revamp Cork Boards

When Homes.com and ForRent.com traveled down to Atlanta for the Crafting for Charity project, the team took on several DIY projects with the guidance of design expert Beth Hunter. One of those projects included revamping cork boards to show off the resident photos. If you’d like to try your hand at re-purposing old cork boards, […]

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The Need for Internet Speed

The Need for Internet Speed

Remember when you had a dial up internet connection and then one of your friends got this new thing called “cable” internet and it was the most amazing thing you had ever seen? How could it possibly be so fast? Why doesn’t it make ridiculous sounds while it tries to connect? It seems like a […]

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DIY Chalkboard Craft

DIY Chalkboard Craft

ForRent.com is continuing to inspire you with do-it-yourself projects from our Crafting for Charity event last month. Next up? A DIY chalkboard tutorial for your home. At The Nicholas House the residents have a dining room table labeled with a number that corresponds to each family. Previously the space had laminated numbers that were taped […]

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How to Create Custom Artwork

How to Create Custom Artwork

Recently ForRent.com and Jamie from the C.R.A.F.T. blog held a Google Hangout on Air where we showed just how easy it is to create custom artwork for your apartment. While painting your walls may not be an option in your apartment, there are plenty of ways to spruce up your space that aren’t permanent and […]

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Spot the Difference!

Spot the Difference!

It’s time for another spot the difference contest! Check out these 2 photos below and see if you can find the 10 differences. One lucky winner will be randomly selected to win a $25 gift card! Comment below with the 10 differences you found. We will be hiding all of the answers/comments until midnight EDT […]

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Rental Trends Survey

Rental Trends Survey

ForRent.com is the quickest and easiest resource for discovering your new apartment. Now we want to hear from you about what can be done to make your apartment search experience even better. By answering this short survey, you will be providing valuable information regarding your apartment search that will help ForRent.com continue to stay at […]

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Learn How to Create DIY Artwork for Your Apartment

Learn How to Create DIY Artwork for Your Apartment

Everyone wants a unique and personalized apartment space, but purchasing artwork and décor pieces can really add up. Is it possible to personalize your space without emptying your wallet? Yes! Join ForRent.com and Jamie from C.R.A.F.T. on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at 9pm EDT for a Google Hangout and discover how to create custom DIY […]

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Budget Friendly Furnishing

Budget Friendly Furnishing

Let’s face it; furnishing a new apartment (or revamping your current space) can put a big hit on the checking account, leaving you with nothing but ramen noodles for quite some time. But have no fear; it is completely possible to furnish your home without maxing out all of your credit cards. You just have […]

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Spot the Differences to Win

Spot the Differences to Win

It’s time for spot the difference!  Take a look at the 2 photos below and see if you can find the 10 differences.  One lucky winner will receive at $50 gift card! Comment below with the 10 differences you found.  One correct answer will be chosen at random as the winner.  The photos will be […]

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The Search is on for a New Roommate

The Search is on for a New Roommate

It seems that when it comes to the topic of roommates moving out, most people assume something negative happened.  Was there a huge fight?  Do they hate each other?  I thought they were BFF’s?!?!  It may come as a surprise, but sometimes roommates move out for awesome and positive reasons.  If you currently live with […]

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3 Easy and Refreshing Summer Recipes

3 Easy and Refreshing Summer Recipes

What could be better than lounging on your porch or balcony with a refreshing summer treat in hand? In a 2013 Homes.com Summer Sensations Survey, 9% of people said they enjoyed popsicles from the ice cream truck and 24% said that frozen beverages were their favorite summertime treat. Why not enjoy both? Consider sharing these delights […]

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Traditional Decor Style

Traditional Decor Style

Traditional Décor When shopping for home décor do you find that the traditional pieces of furniture and accessories are what catch your eye the most? Being able to dress up your space with classic décor can make your apartment feel warm and welcoming. Some may think the traditional look is a tad bit ‘outdated,’ but […]

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