Moving can be overwhelming. No matter how much time you allow, it’s hard to keep track of everything. This moving checklist will help you reduce stress, keep track of loose ends, and stay calm, cool and collected while moving into your new place. If your moving timetable is shorter than the one in this checklist, ...

When the time comes for you to give notice to your landlord you’ll want to find just the right words. We’ve provided a sample letter of what you should say. Before you begin, make sure to read over your lease and confirm that the wording of our sample letter, as well as your planned notification ...

The number of things on your moving checklist can be daunting, but one item you can not overlook is making sure everyone who needs to know that you moved is aware of your new address. Make a list You may not realize it, but there are likely dozens of people and businesses that will need ...

Moving out of your apartment can be a stressful experience. Use a move-out checklist of tasks to help leave the guesswork behind. Start with this handy checklist of things, and add any additional tasks that apply to your move. (You might also check out our full moving checklist for a step-by-step guide to the entire ...

Sometimes we have to change residences because of unexpected circumstances and need to give notice earlier than planned. In other cases, we just don’t know how to break the news to our landlord or management company. Don’t despair — just follow the guidelines below and you can say your goodbyes without leaving money or bad ...

When you’re considering renting an apartment, you’ll want to know what to expect from a prospective apartment community.  That’s why asking the right questions of an apartment community manager is so important.  Ask these questions during your apartment search to ensure that you have a clear picture of what it will be like to live in your ...

If you want to make sure you’re getting the best apartment for your money, you will need to focus on several details. Here are some important apartment features to consider when you are looking for your new apartment. Layout When checking out an apartment, don’t just look at the square footage in each individual room. ...

Like a home mortgage, monthly rent is a serious financial commitment. Before you get in over your head, know what you can afford. Follow these simple steps to calculate how much rent you can afford before you sign the lease. What’s coming in What you make each month will be the biggest factor in what ...

Finding a place to live that is accessible and comfortable is more challenging for disabled apartment hunters. But if they know their rights and have a clear idea of what they want from an apartment community, the task of finding apartments for disabled apartment hunters can be much easier. If you or a loved one ...

Getting started on finding a new place to live doesn’t have to be scary or a chore. With a bit of organization and pre-planning, your apartment search can go smoothly and result in a fabulous new place to live. Here are some tips to get you going in the right direction. Determine the kind of apartment ...