Apartment Living

One of the universal dilemmas for renters is how to make a rental space feel like your own.  It’s not always easy, but it’s not impossible either.  As an interior designer who has rented for several  years, I’ve had a lot of time to think about how to make a rental feel like my own […]

Brought to you by our friend, Elli:   Searching for a new apartment can be a daunting task, but there are things you should think about and steps you can take so that perhaps it doesn’t have to be a dangerous one. While most of the people you’ll meet during your search will be honest […]

At the outset, retirement seems like such an easy concept — pick a new, sunny locale, say goodbye to the workplace grind, and ride off into the sunset with your significant other. But, as many new retirees find, it’s not that easy. Retirement is a journey that begins long before you punch your last time […]

Are you planning to cook for the holidays this year? Cooking in a small kitchen can be really frustrating, but if you get creative about your kitchen storage you’ll find you probably have a lot more room than you thought! Here are a bunch of creative storage ideas and organization tips to help you make […]

As a first-time renter, you’re about to embark on a very exciting time in your life. Perhaps you just graduated from college or are planning to move out of your parents home – either way, this transition might be completely new to you. Right about now, you may be surprised with all of the logistics […]

Halloween is just a few days away and can be a fun event for families and their pets. While you’re preparing to take your children trick-or-treating or to pass out candy from your home, don’t forget about your furry friends. Here are some quick and easy safety tips that will allow you to enjoy Halloween […]

We all know that Halloween is the holiday to dress up in scary (or not-so-scary) costumes and go from house to house collecting treats. When you give out great candy or have scary decorations around the end of October, you will certainly be remembered by trick or treaters. Below is a list of five steps for […]

The perfect vegetable soup that's good for the soul and perfect for dinner.

ForRent.com and guest blogger, Katie, from Katie’s Cucina are excited to bring to you the third installment of Cooking with Katie.  Today Katie shows us 3 quick and easy meals to cook at home. Option 1: Chicken Teriyaki Teriyaki Sauce Chicken Frozen Vegetables Rice In a sauté pan, combine the teriyaki sauce and chopped raw chicken, and then […]

Halloween season has arrived! It’s time to tap into your inner creative diva and create something spooktacular! I’m thrilled to share this easy, DIY Spooky Spider Wreath with you! Whether you’re a crafting expert or just a newbie, this wreath is easy and customizable. It’s the perfect decoration for greeting the little ghouls and goblins […]

Oktoberfest is an annual German tradition where the public enjoys a 16-day festival celebrating Bavarian culture. The biggest Oktoberfest, events are held in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Did you know that you can watch Oktoberfest live in Germany? Depending on where Oktoberfest is held, there are different versions of the festival, but many often include Ferris […]

At SeniorOutlook.com, we understand that your retirement plan is to kick back and relax.  However, a lot of retirees end up picking up an easy part-time job, sometimes just for something to do.  Not all part-time jobs are created equal, though.  The trick is to find a part-time job that you will actually love doing, […]

So you finally made it, retirement is here and all of your hard work has paid off.  You deserve to relax and enjoy yourself; however, it is still important as ever (if not more important) to create a budget and stick to it.  Just like when you were working full time, there will be times […]

Whether you live in a dorm on campus or in an off-campus apartment, you’ll most likely need to deal with neighbors at one point or another. Every experience is unique because neighbors can make or break your college life experience. Bad neighbors can keep you up all night when you have an exam the next […]

Living Large in Small Spaces With legislation to allow 220 sq. ft. micro-apartments approved in San Francisco, [1] maximizing your space is key. Find out how you can use unique furniture to arrange your home effectively. Kitchen Maximize counter space by using mountable appliances. Many microwaves can be mounted underneath cabinets. [6] Black & Decker […]