There's more to your monthly apartment costs than what you write on your rent check. Here is a breakdown for what apartment life costs beyond the rent.
Budgeting
What do You Actually Need for Your First Apartment?
Prepare to move into your first apartment with these handy checklists.
A Spirited Menu – Cooking with Alcohol
Ever wondered this: Why do chefs cook with alcohol, anyway? (In other words, shouldn’t you just drink it? After all, isn’t that what it’s made for?) There are, in fact, a fair number of reasons why the kitchen workshop is a prime place for booze. Here’s a quick rundown of the main reasons you may […]
The Advantages of Different Apartment Types
When you’re in the market for a new apartment, there are a lot of factors to consider. Price is always an important element, as is the location (you don’t want to end up having to spend half of your life stuck in commuter traffic), but perhaps the most important consideration is the apartment type itself. […]
Less Luxuries, More Money!
It's always a good idea to live a lifestyle that you can afford. Here are ways you can save big while renting.
Apartment Amenities Infographic
Share this infographic with the ForRent.com embed code below: <a href=”http://www.forrent.com/tips/basics/apartment-searches/apartment-amenities-infographic”><img alt=”Apartment Amenities” src=”http://www.forrent.com/tips/wp-content/uploads//2014/05/Apartment-Amenities_IG-final.png” width=”600px” height=”3690px” /></a><br /><a href=”http://www.forrent.com/tips/homepagepost/apartment-amenities”>Apartment Amenities</a> brought to you by: <a href=”http://www.forrent.com/”> ForRent.com</a>
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. Paste this Image on Your Site! Simply copy and paste the code below and you can share this infographic on your site: [fdembed] Kitchen […]
What Moves You? Searching For Your New Apartment
Searching for a new apartment is an exciting time for touring new places, meeting new people and getting to know neighbors. Discover what people value the most about their recent moving moments. What was your favorite part of searching for your new apartment? 53% said “Touring new places” 31% said “Meeting new […]
Renting 'Round the U.S.
Renting ‘Round the US People are constantly moving for one reason or another and it’s hard to know if there’s an apartment or home available in the city they’re moving to. If you’re planning to relocate for your career or simply eyeballing your dream location, it is helpful to know there’s a rentable place with […]
Where to Rent the Best Beach Apartments
Are you ready to find yourself an apartment to rent near a beautiful beach? Put your feet up and surf our top beach picks from locations across the country to find the best spot for you. Huntington Beach, CA West Coast’s largest stretch of uninterrupted coastline (8 miles). [1] Surfing Volleyball Nightly Bonfires Located between […]
Which Major City is Best to Live In?
Which Major City Is Best To Live In? My city is the best. No, mine is the best! But, where is the best place to live in the U.S.? And what makes the best city to live in … well, the best? Weather? Cost of living? Crime rate? America’s Best Cities – Bloomberg Newsweek The […]