After years of living under your parents’ roof, you finally have the opportunity to spread your wings and fly. You’re on your own. The scent of freedom is in the air,…
The 6 Critical Steps of a Fire Safety Plan
Over 1.2 million fires in the U.S. caused more than 3,000 deaths and 5,000 injuries and cost $11.6 billion in property damage in 2014 alone. A fire is unpredictable and dangerous….
A Clean Eating With Your Roommate Guide!
Ever so often, you and your roommates decide that it’s time for you to ONLY eat clean. Before summer starts, right after the holidays and almost always after a night…
The 6 Critical Steps of a Flood Safety Plan
El Niño is in full swing, and the Golden State is gearing up for a wet spring. Thanks to a blistering year of drought, the state has been battling fires….
What You Have to Talk About Before Co-Living With Kids
It’s 2016, and the boundaries of co-living continue to expand and evolve. From living with your sibling again to moving in with a senior, today’s renters are all about making…
How to Deal When Your Roommate’s Significant Other Never Leaves
It’s 7 a.m. on a Monday. And after snoozing the alarm several times, you finally stumble out of bed and mentally prepare for the week ahead. As you reach the…
What Apartment Rental Fees Can My Landlord Legally Charge Me?
You probably scratch your head when you hear the industry jargon that accompanies home ownership. But you figured renting is a lot simpler to understand. Unfortunately, that’s not always the…
The Eco-Life: Conserving Water and Cutting Energy Costs
Who doesn’t love a long, relaxing shower after a stressful day of school, work and household chores? Well, if you’re a California resident, you’re going to have to find another…
5 Ways to Get Better Sleep in a Noisy City Apartment
Not getting enough sleep? You’re not alone. According to a recent study, more than one-quarter of the U.S. population isn’t getting enough shut-eye. Couple that statistic with the fact that…
Expert Tips To Resolve Real Roommate Problems
From early morning bathroom run-ins (when you’re not even in the mood to face your cat) to tiffs over paying the shared bills (do you really need HBO when GoT…