Apartment Hunting

  Should You Rent or Buy? To rent or to buy? That’s the big question for many families today. With the housing market in a dip, many people are hearing that it’s a good idea to jump in and purchase a house, but it’s a big decision and one that should not be taken lightly. Before […]

To rent or to buy? That’s the big question for many families today. Should You Rent or Buy? To rent or to buy? That’s the big question for many families today. With the housing market in a dip, many people are hearing that it’s a good idea to jump in and purchase a house, but […]

    My mother’s voice still rings in my head today when my daughter asks me for something. “Do you have the money in your savings?” Back then, my answer was inevitable, “No” and typically that is my daughter’s answer as well.  Of course, I was furious that I couldn’t get what I wanted right […]

Moving can be a real hassle.  There really is a lot to do to make the transition a smooth one.  And if you don’t take the right approach to preparation and planning, you could find yourself in a very overwhelming situation.  Here is a great outline for taking on the moving process courtesy of Century […]

When moving into a dorm room, apartment, house, or any form of housing, contributions to your living area is something everyone has to tackle.  In a dorm, it is a lot simpler.  One roommate can bring the microwave, while the other will bring the mini fridge.  Or one can bring the TV, while the other […]

Your friends and family may think you’re crazy, but sometimes in order to experience life to the fullest, you have to do something completely and totally drastic.Maybe that’s moving from one coast to the other!Moving from any place can be a huge ordeal, let alone moving across the country, but you’ve got to be smart […]

Whether you’re applying for your first or tenth apartment, there always seems to be something you forgot for the application process. Here is a checklist for your reference to help you remember during this chaotic time! 1. Pay an Application Fee Application fees are normal and are usually used to cover the cost of a […]

Renting a home is a big decision that will greatly affect the lifestyle of a college student. College students must contemplate factors such as their budget, commute to work and school, community safety, and much more. Deciding on a place to live can be a difficult task. However, with the proper tools and research, the […]

Where your apartment is located can make all the difference.  Local amenities, proximity to schools, restaurants — even highways, can be deciding factors when choosing where to live.  To help you find the right apartment for you, ForRent.com now includes Walk Score® on its apartment listings. You might enjoy the seclusion of rural communities, or […]

When you are searching for an apartment for rent, what are some key things on your ‘list’? Bet you definitely look for the following five apartment amenities while you’re searching. Pool. This is obviously going to be a perk that everyone desires. Just imagine the long, hot summer days when you get to hop into […]

With the housing market in a slump and apartment rates increasing, it’s easy to be hesitant about which to choose: Rent or Buy.  More and more apartment residents are thinking of ‘taking the plunge’ so to speak. In fact, very close friends of mine even went as far as speaking with a realtor and looking […]