New School Year, No Problem: Welcoming Residents To Student Housing Communities

Reading Time: 2 minutes As the days of summer come to an end and the start of a new semester is just around the corner, property managers for student communities can make the transition from sleeping in to studying an easy one! Opportunities to socialize, learn about the new community, and show off their school spirit are great ways […]

Three Hot Tips for Summer Resident Events

Reading Time: 2 minutes When planning events for your residents this summer, it’s important to keep in mind that while it may be nice to enjoy the long days of sunshine, summertime is not without its special challenges. For those of you looking to plan outdoor events for residents during the summer, it’s important to stay mindful of different […]

Low Heat and Low Cost: How to Save Money on Your Electricity Bill this Summer

Reading Time: 3 minutes In the summer it can be challenging to keep an apartment cool. This is especially true if you live in an upper-floor home or high-rise apartment community. Air conditioning is not always the answer; not everyone has access to it and it can be quite expensive to use. While energy costs are forever on the […]

3 Keys to Keeping a Pet Happy in Your Apartment

Reading Time: 2 minutes For many, a pet isn’t just a companion, but a part of the family. However, as families relocate to new settings and surroundings, it’s important for pet owners to keep their feline friend or canine companion in mind when choosing a home. Moving to a new apartment can give pet owners a reason to pause, […]

Three Reasons Empty-Nesters Move to Apartment Communities

Reading Time: 2 minutes As families grow older, one moment that can signify a new stage in life is the departure of your children from your home. As children get older and leave for college or just move out on their own, the “empty-nest” syndrome sets in, and often acts as a signpost to a significantly new chapter in […]

Going Beyond “Pets Allowed”: Making Your Apartment Community Pet-Friendly

Reading Time: 2 minutes Be it your feline friend or canine companion, pets are part of the family. While advertising your residence as pet-friendly can help offer some peace of mind to prospective residents, ensuring that pets and their owners feel comfortable in your apartment community requires a few extra steps. Below, we outline a few different ways to […]

Moving Into Your New Apartment: A Checklist

Reading Time: 3 minutes While moving into a new apartment often feels like a breath of fresh air, the process itself can feel more like a collective sigh thanks to all the tasks and hassles that come with a move. To help make the moving process more manageable, we’ve put together a list of important milestones to address before, […]

3 Reasons to Get Renter’s Insurance

Reading Time: 2 minutes It’s easy to feel like renter’s insurance isn’t necessary. As a renter, insurance for your home may feel like something reserved for homeowners rather than for renters. According to Investopedia, “while 95% of homeowners have a homeowner’s insurance policy, only 37% of renters have renter’s insurance.” However, renter’s insurance provides an option for those who […]

3 Ways To Enjoy Valentine’s Day Without Leaving Home

Reading Time: 2 minutes As Valentine’s Day quickly approaches, many are rushing to make reservations at a nearby restaurant or plans for the big night. However, if you’re not one of the 110 million people who are going out for a meal this Valentine’s Day, try celebrating this holiday with your special someone right inside your apartment! Below, we’ve […]

Three Tips for Organizing the Junk in Your Apartment

Reading Time: 3 minutes One of the most common challenges people often face when living in an apartment is space – or the lack thereof. However, when space is utilized at an optimal level, even the “junk” found in all homes can become neatly organized, tucked away in space-saving areas that take up hardly any room at all. The […]