Apartment Living

Mother’s Day has come and gone.  Mother’s Day was a breeze.  Some shiny jewelry, a gift card for a day of pampering, a hand made card.  Donezo.  Now enters Father’s Day and with it comes the frantic search for the perfect gift for the dad in your life.  Sure you can go the tried and […]

According to a recent survey, only 34 percent of Americans who rent their homes or apartments have renters insurance. In other words, almost two in three renters lack any type of insurance coverage. Some renters may assume insurance is just for homeowners, but that’s just the first in a series of myths and misconceptions about renters insurance. […]

David Bakke is a columnist for Money Crashers Personal Finance, a top blog for topics related to budgeting, real estate, investing, and more. Although you may view your monthly rent as a fixed expense, there are actually many ways to reduce the amount you pay for rent on your apartment. Since many Americans recently saw […]

When trying to decide how to decorate your apartment, sprucing up your walls is a quick and simple way to add your personal touch. Painting may not be an option – however, decals are an easy, non permanent solution to give your apartment a personalized and modern look. Wall decals are the perfect way to […]

When you are planning a move, a lot of factors come into play.  The new location, however, should be at the top of that list.  We all know the phrase, “location, location, location”, but it is absolutely true.  Choosing the right city could very well determine if you fall in love with your new space […]

Are you paying too much for rent? How would you know if you were? According to the US Census Bureau, 25% -30% of your gross income is an ideal amount to budget toward rent. In addition to rent, remember to factor in another 3-4% for housing expenses, like utility costs. When setting your budget for […]

If you are moving to a University of Florida off-campus apartment, there are a few basic life skills that you need to know in order to live without your mom for the next 9 months. This includes learning how to clean your clothing, how to feed yourself, and how to keep your apartment clean. Yes, […]

ForRentUniversity.com has researched and selected five of the top greenest campuses in the US. Check out how these innovative colleges and universities are getting serious about green initiatives and protecting the environment: 1.       University of Washington (Seattle, WA) According to the 2012 GreenMetric World University Ranking (a grading system to place a numerical value on […]

Seeing your Moving Moments images on Instagram has been a blast, and the contest isn’t over yet so keep them coming!  While you have been planning your move, ForRent.com has reached out to a veteran moving expert, Jamie, from C.R.A.F.T. to share insider tips and tricks to make your next move a successful one! Jamie […]

The weather is getting warmer, creating perfect conditions for a move. Discover great moving tips and advice from ForRent.com and Jamie from The C.R.A.F.T. Blog Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at 8pm EST. Be sure to RSVP today for a chance to win 1 of 4 $50 gift cards!

Spring is in full effect and with that, there’s nothing better than changing your apartment to create a fresh, new feel.  ForRent.com has teamed up with Mandi from Vintage Revivals to “shed some light” on your space.  Mandi recently wrapped up an awesome thrifting series for the ForRent.com blog showing you how to mix old […]

Are you considering moving soon?  Or are you gearing up for an upcoming move? Have no fear! ForRent.com has rounded up the top 5 most helpful moving tips that are sure to make your next move an easy one! Tip 17: Your things are heavy. Be a social butterfly and lift as little as possible. […]

Hello ForRent.com buddies!!  Mandi here and I am back with part 2 of our Thrifting series!  In the last blog, I shared some great tips for how to find the goods when going thrifting.  Today we are talking all about mixing vintage and new furniture for that perfectly collected cohesive look.  Last time I gave […]

Spring is here and that means spring cleaning is in full effect.  Decorating your apartment with plants and flowers is a great way to liven up your space.  Bringing nature in your home and watching everything bloom is a great reminder of the warmer months that are on the way. If you have pets, however, […]

“Home is where the heart is,” says an English proverb. Home is where we get comfortable – we loosen up our ties, take off our shoes, and put up our feet. Home is where our loved ones are (our spouse, our parents, our children, our pets). Home is much more than just a place and […]