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The Top 10 Communities in Los Angeles, California

Check out the top 10 rated apartment communities in Los Angeles, CA as of May 2026, according to verified renters on ApartmentRatings. read more

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A Renter’s Guide to Using AI As Your Apartment Search Sidekick…The Smart Way

AI can be a great apartment search sidekick, but it's not your agent, landlord, or your neighbor. Trust it to streamline your search, but double-check everything before signing a lease. read more

Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Be Renting With A Roommate

Renting an apartment can be a daunting task, especially when you're moving alone. Fortunately, roommates are there to help! Renting with a roommate can save you money, help build new connections, and provide a better renting experience. read more

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Taking Control Of Deceptive Reviews

Many people now rely heavily on online feedback and ratings to make their buying decisions. With that, there has been an increasing rise in fake reviews. Learn how you can take control of deceptive review practices. read more

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Fast Food Your Mainstay? Healthy Homemade Meals for Tiny Kitchens

If you’re like many apartment dwellers, your kitchen is just about big enough to accommodate yourself and one other person. When the two of you get together to whip up a gourmet storm, you constantly have to interrupt your chopping or dicing to move aside for the other person to pass by or open the […] read more

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Pulling Off a Safe Move During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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Most people probably wouldn’t choose to move from one home to another in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, but unfortunately enough, a lot of us renters have no choice but to do just that. You might be changing jobs, bound by family responsibilities, or even have had the move finalized before the crisis arose […] read more

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9 Boredom-Busting Arts and Crafts Projects to Do With Your Kids

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Arts and crafts have always been great for keeping kids occupied. After all, creativity is an excellent outlet for pent-up energy, and crafting gives kids a nice break from sometimes overwhelming homework. read more

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Maintaining a Normal Schedule When Working From Home

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The coronavirus pandemic has confined millions of workers to their homes. When the stay-at-home orders first broke, many relished the idea of working remotely, avoiding commutes, dressing super casually, and enjoying the creature comforts of home. read more

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Dear Landlords: How to Help Prospective Tenants Rent Through Virtual Apartment Tours

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented many challenges, physically, mentally, and socially. Some of its consequences are minor inconveniences, while others pose obstacles never previously imagined. read more

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4 Things You Have to Do Every Time You Take a Virtual Apartment Tour

Virtual apartment and condo tours have been quietly resting in the background since their inception. And while the 360-degree overview they offer does give a good general overview of most units, most prospective tenants prefer to check them out in person before signing a lease. read more

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Home Yoga: An Easy Path to Inner Peace and Personal Growth

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After a few days or maybe a week of self-quarantine, most people get edgy. There are no more cookies to bake or board games to play, and the phrase “Netflix and chill” has turned from a light-hearted suggestion to a last-ditch chance at entertainment. And whether you’re hunkered down completely alone or with a few […] read more

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Legal Rights Of Roommate With No Lease

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If you're living with a roommate but don’t have a formal lease agreement, it’s essential to understand your legal rights. This article explains the key rights and responsibilities of roommates without a lease, including tenancy laws, eviction procedures, and how to protect yourself in case of disputes. read more

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What are My Tenant Rights for Coronavirus Rent Relief?

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Most people have lived through hard financial times, many have gone through serious illnesses, and a significant number have faced a looming rent due date with little or no money to their name. But to suddenly face all three of these hardships at once at the hands of something like the coronavirus pandemic is a […] read more