Posts Tagged ‘Neighbors’

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 […] read more

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 […] read more

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 […] read more

Whether a landlord or a neighbor yourself, you may at some time or another be called upon to mediate neighbor disputes. As a neutral third party, you can find a mutually-acceptable solution to a problem without the involvement of the police. This can result in a happier living situation for you and all other residents. […] read more

There are many ways to get to know your neighbors. Simple profiling will help determine the best approach. 1. Talk to Them at the Mailbox Tenants often look through their mail in the mailbox area. If you are doing the same this is a perfect time to start small talk about the weather or a […] read more

Lots of neighborhoods have a neighborhood watch program to keep tabs on activity within the local area and cut down on the risks of burglaries, etc. When it comes to putting together one of these programs, experienced neighborhood watch program starters will tell you there’s a right way and a wrong way to do it. […] read more

The Federal Fair Housing Act imposes handicap access requirements for residential buildings, including rental units. Many states have also passed legislation with its own requirements. Your landlord may have to comply with the federal requirements, depending on the type of apartment and the number of rental units in your building. This article will discuss the […] read more

When considering whether to move into old apartments or new apartments, you may be wondering which is quieter. This may be especially important to you if you’re moving into a crowded or noisy area, if you have difficult sleeping with noisy neighbors or if you generally enjoy peace and quiet. When Older Apartments Are Quieter […] read more

Apartment noise is one of those negative aspects of living in an apartment that may not even cross your mind until you’ve already signed the lease and moved into the apartment. However, being unable to sleep or function because of noise can really make apartment life stressful, so it’s important that you consider which types […] read more