Articles by: Rachael Weiner

Rachael Weiner

Living with your roommate’s pet is generally fun in the beginning—at least until you realize you’re the one who is constantly having to let the dog out. Even if your roommate promises his or her pet won’t interfere with your life, it will. Even the most responsible of roommates cannot control all aspects of a […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Jul 26, 2010

Sharing any kind of apartment with a roommate requires some thought and compromise, but sharing a loft apartment presents an even more unique set of challenges. Because the flow and division of space in a loft is different than a traditional apartment with a distinct set of rooms, you and your loft roommate will have […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Jul 23, 2010

If someone new has moved into your apartment building, it’s a nice idea to welcome your neighbor. Welcoming a new neighbor can be mutually beneficial. The new person will feel more comfortable and welcome in his or her new apartment and you’ll potentially make a new friend or acquaintance. Plus, it’s always a good idea […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Jun 16, 2010

Everybody likes a friendly neighbor, and being a nice and approachable neighbor to the other residents in your apartment building can have its benefits. Just so long as being friendly doesn’t cross over into being nosy or annoying, you’ll set yourself up for better relationships with those around you. Here are some of the benefits […]

Rachael Weiner

 · Jun 2, 2010

Anyone who has ever resided in an apartment has probably had to live with small closets. Too often are small closets synonymous with apartment living, especially in older buildings. What you get in architectural character and neat interior details from an older apartment you lose in precious closet space. The choice is simple: you either […]

Rachael Weiner

 · May 28, 2010

Having a hot neighbor in your apartment complex can make life a little more interesting. On an innocent level reminiscent of those crushes you had on the cutest boy or girl in school, having a hot neighbor can make walking to your car, going to grab your mail or coming to and from work much […]

Rachael Weiner

 · May 26, 2010

Apartment living can be expensive when you add in all of your utilities, and choosing to live without cable is one way to keep unnecessary expenses down. If you’re accustomed to living with cable, learning to do without it may take some adjustment. However, you’ll find after a month or so that it really isn’t […]

Rachael Weiner

 · May 26, 2010

There’s nothing more exciting and challenging for a twenty-something than to try out city living. Big cities are fun because they have more of everything: types of people, restaurants, cultural events, and things to see and do. It’s possible to never be lonely or bored if you are proactive in getting out and taking advantage […]

Rachael Weiner

 · May 19, 2010

Out of all the inconveniences you may encounter living with a roommate, having to share a bathroom tops the list. Having a roommate is great in terms of lowering your living expenses, overall safety and constant companionship, but sharing personal space, specifically a bathroom, can be problematic. You and your roommate can make it work […]

Rachael Weiner

 · May 14, 2010

Anyone who has ever shopped for an apartment has noticed that different management companies pay for certain utilities and not others. It’s common to see thing listed like “water, trash and sewage provided” or “heat included in rent” in apartment listings—or “no utilities included!” What is provided varies from management company to management company, and […]

Rachael Weiner

 · May 5, 2010