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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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How to Get Rid of Common Apartment Pests

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Your apartment is your safe space — your place of refuge at the end of a long day. So nothing’s worse than when an invasion of creepy crawlies hits your apartment, keeping you up all night in fear of being bitten. While a few bugs may not be anything to get nervous about, having the […] read more

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Top, Middle, or Bottom: Which Floor Is Best?

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Wondering which floor is best for you? Discover the pros and cons of top, middle, and bottom floors to help you make the right choice when renting. read more

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The Ultimate Renters Insurance Guide

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When you move into a new apartment, you instantly start thinking about how you want to arrange your furniture, what new restaurants or bars you’re near, and what your neighbors are like. However, it’s not likely that you’re thinking about what could happen if your apartment got broken into or if your complex suddenly got […] read more

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Apartment Pets: The Good, the Bad, and the Exotic

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If the privacy and solitude you once craved in apartment life grows old and you start to feel a bit lonely, a simple solution is to add a pet to the family. read more

Packing a Moving Box

Top 10 Tips for Packing Moving Boxes

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Moving is typically a double-edged sword. It’s exciting to start a new chapter in your life, but packing up all your stuff — not to mention unpacking everything at your new place — is typically a stressful process. read more

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10 Ways to Add Color to Your Apartment Without Painting

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I love bold, bright colors when it comes to home decor. From my lime green couch to my teal dining table, I find ways to blend colors and patterns all throughout my home. Unfortunately my last two landlords didn’t allow bright paint on the walls. read more

Working from Home

The Pros and Cons of Working from Home

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There are about 3.9 million Americans who work from home at least half of the time, according to a report from Global Workplace Analytics and FlexJobs. On top of that, this number is steadily growing each year, as employers are finding that employees who work from home are typically more productive and happier with their […] read more

Guest Bedroom

5 Ways to Use a Guest Bedroom — Other than for Guests

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An extra bedroom is one of the few things apartment dwellers everywhere dream of. It’s so much more than an additional amount of space — it’s also an opportunity to be creative with its use. And while it’s certainly helpful to have the extra space just in case a guest sleeps over, the reality is […] read more

Getting a Great Night's Sleep

How to Get a Great Night’s Sleep

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Getting a great night’s sleep is super important for your overall health and happiness. When we don’t get enough sleep, we feel tired throughout the day — not to mention the fact that our productivity, emotions, and physical health are also affected. Given all that, it seems like the best way to guarantee yourself a […] read more