2015

5 Expenses To Keep In Mind When Searching For An Apartment

When you are looking for an apartment to rent, you can’t just think about the cost of the actual rent itself. There are many other costs to keep in mind that will come with the actual apartment living. Besides food and basic living expenses, you need to keep these five expenses in mind to ensure that you are going to be able to afford living in this apartment for the term of the lease that you are signing:…

4 Tips For Making Your Landlord Business Successful

When it comes to having a very lucrative rental business, there are certain things you must do to make this happen. Dealing with other people and choosing the ideal tenant will make this experience much more pleasant. Knowing specific tips for making this happen is sure to help your rental business be a success. Tip #1: Screen tenants It’s important to examine your tenant’s background before agreeing to rent to this individual.…

Choosing Eco-Conscious Fabrics For Your Home

Whether you are seeking to update your drapery, bedding or upholstery, eco-friendly textiles are becoming increasingly popular. The term “eco-friendly” can mean many things - in general, it refers to fabrics made with sustainable processes or materials. Reasons to seek environmentally-friendly fabrics may include environmental concerns, allergies to chemicals and pesticides, or a desire for healthier indoor air quality. Types of Eco-Friendly Textiles It doesn’t take long to find a range of textile materials that may meet your sustainability criteria.…

4 Tips To Reduce Bedbug Infestation In Your College Dorm

As a college student, you too may be faced with a bedbug infestation in your college dorm if you are not careful about what you bring into your room. Here are four tips to reduce bedbug infestation in your college dorm. 1. Inspect All Suitcases before Unpacking in Your Room If you’ve vacationed to a hotel or visited relatives on break, be sure to inspect all suitcases before unpacking them in your room.…

3 Packing Tips When Moving To A New Home

Packing to move to a new home can be stressful. With all the packing that you must do, the billing companies that you have to switch addresses with, and more, you can sometimes feel like you are in over your head. Not to worry though, since there are plenty of tips that can help make your moving experience easier. Here are three packing tips that can help put your mind at ease:…

Want Feng Shui In The Living Room? It Is Easier Than You Think!

If you’re out on your own for the first time and are setting up your living room in an apartment like those offered by Advanced Realty, you have no doubt heard of Feng Shui. This design concept is all about positive energy and organizing in such a way that this good energy flows through your home. This guide explains four ways to incorporate Feng Shui into your living room easily so that you, your family and guests can feel comfortable and experience positive energy at all times.…

Why New Vehicle Keys Cost So Much To Duplicate

One of the most common reasons why people go to a locksmith is to have a car key duplicated. Sometimes another person in the household needs a key; sometimes owners want to have a spare available just in case. But getting a duplicate car or truck key made can often result in sticker shock, especially for owners of newer vehicles. Key Features That Cost to Copy Car keys since the late 1990s have incorporated anti-theft features that make them more difficult to copy.…

Emergency Preparedness: What To Store And Where To Store It

Although supplies vary depending on where you live, having an emergency disaster kit on hand is vital. Earthquakes and hurricanes aren’t the only reason to keep a store of food and supplies. Winter storms, prolonged power outages, and temporary food shortages can strike anywhere. You must determine what you need, along with where and how you will store it. What You Need: You should have enough supplies on hand for at least 72 hours, or longer if you live in an area prone to natural disasters.…

Tips For Organizing Your Rented Storage Unit

A problem that a lot of people tend to have is that they are unable to keep their items in their rented storage units as organized as they might like for them to be. While you might think that organization does not matter, you will come to find out that it does, especially when you are in a desperate search for something special that was packed away but is needed now. In order to help keep you and your unit well organized, you might want to take advantage of the following tips.…