Renter’s Advice and Resources

Neighbors

Tips for Mediating Neighbor Disputes

Ramona Branson

 · Dec 7, 2017

While the concept of “being neighborly” is one that most neighbors seem to grasp and achieve, tiffs can sometimes flare up when you’re living in close quarters (particularly in apartments where you have to share walls). Arguments can arise over anything: from noise levels to dogs barking to stolen parking spaces. Whatever the argument is […]

Unfortunately, a lot of apartment dwellers rarely — if ever — get to know their neighbors. These people live right above or next to you, and while you probably recognize their faces, you may not have taken the time to learn their names or form friendships with them.

Ramona Branson

 · Jun 27, 2017

What kind of neighbor do you want to be—or better yet what kind of neighbor would you want living next to you? It is quite the balancing act when your brain is obviously going to be more biased to your needs when it comes to living happily and comfortably.

Elaine Heng

 · Feb 9, 2017

Moving into a new home is always an exciting experience, right?

Cole Nemeth

 · Oct 19, 2016

Having neighbors is something that goes with the territory when you live in an apartment and with neighbors can come a whole host of compromises. The most important compromise, however, has to do with making too much noise, as there is just a wall separating one apartment from the next in most cases and that […]

Eli Kooris

 · May 22, 2015

A good relationship with your landlord is something that many renters desire over their tenancy. Being a great renter  has its benefits, a few of which we’re going to explore. Rent is Due There will come a point in every tenant’s life, where money will definitely be an issue. Perhaps you are falling short of a couple hundred […]

Nadia Arain

 · Mar 10, 2015

If you’re like many friendly, people-loving singles and couples, you’ll jump at the chance to meet other great guys and gals at your apartment complex. After all, the setting is ideal and safe. What better place to meet new pals than on your home turf? You’ve already eyeballed the comings and goings of your neighbors […]

Eva R. Marienchild

 · Feb 27, 2015

In any apartment or neighborhood, there is very little you can do to select who is around you. Sometimes this causes fighting with neighbors. Knowing when to involve the police when there is a dispute is important to both prevent the fight from escalating and to resolve the problem amicably. First Resort: Your Landlord Your […]

Staff Writer

 · Jul 15, 2011

If your neighbor is particularly rowdy, you might want to think twice before reporting him to your landlord or the police. Sometimes, involving third parties may make the situation worse, or even provoke your neighbor to act even rowdier. Before filing a written report with your landlord or calling the police, try to befriend your […]

Staff Writer

 · Jun 6, 2011

Deciding whether to leave your pets with neighbors requires a serious assessment of both your neighbors and your pet. Not all neighbors are responsible enough to property care for your beloved animal, and some pets may prefer to board at your veterinarian’s office or at another facility. Consider Your Neighbor, and Your Relationship The primary […]

Staff Writer

 · May 13, 2011