Home Improvement Tips & Ideas
Have you ditched home owning to enjoy the carefree apartment life? Get tips for home improvement and decor projects to spruce up your apartment space without blowing your security deposit
The average price for a new home in the U.S. comes in at a hefty $376,000. Tiny homes (aka homes that are typically less than 400 square feet) are another story. While it’s hard to pin down a number because most are custom-made, many spend less than $80,000 on their teeny homes. But transitioning to …
Considering Tiny House Living? 4 Things to Know FirstRead More
Renting your first apartment is a big step. It’s exciting and terrifying all at the same time–and you want to be sure that you don’t miss any important details before you move in. If you’re starting the journey to your first apartment, make sure you keep these key tips in mind so that you don’t find yourself wishing you could run …
8 Things You Need To Know Before Getting Your First ApartmentRead More
Not everyone can have a garden where they live but many want to have access to fresh produce and love gardening. If this sounds like you, then a community garden may be in your future. Community gardens are on the rise, flourishing more and more in local areas. Not only does a community garden brighten …
Start a Community Garden and Grow Veggies, Flowers & FriendshipsRead More
The coffee table has long been a living room fixture, well – probably since we first had living rooms! And while not many actually use this traditional element to serve coffee, it’s still an important centerpiece of room decor, which is why we thought these tables would be amazing to show you. From fish tank …
There are lots of advantages to apartment living, but a yard of your own is not typically one of them. That’s no reason to give up on the idea of your very own garden, though. Urban gardening makes use of containers and vertical space to grow crops like tomatoes, radishes, lettuce and other greens — …
Urban Gardener? 5 Tips to Grow Big Blooms in Small SpacesRead More
For many of us, moving into an apartment is the first stepping stone to buying a home. Not only are you now on your own, but you also have the chance to use your creative side and decorate! It’s not always easy to find cheap apartment decor, but with the right tools, you can make …
Brilliant Updates for Boring Apartments that Won’t Blow Your Security DepositRead More
Your 20s are an exciting time — full of hopes and dreams for your future and perhaps your first foray into independent living! You’re understandably psyched about living on your own, having your own place, and maybe living with your best friend — or at least with someone that you hope will become a trusted …
How to Decorate Your New Apartment on a Limited BudgetRead More
Over the summer, Leslie and I had the opportunity to be part of a wonderful project to help those in need in a local community. We came along to document the journey as a major manufacturer and a major charity partnered to create a beautiful living space for families facing homelessness and other issues. …
Naomi’s Way Renovation Brings Beauty & Hope to Those in NeedRead More
Save money and protect your belongings by doing your own packing with methods used by the pros. Find out how to prepare for a house move with easy DIY packing tips.
If small-space city living is your style, the current real estate market makes it possible to snap up a stylish studio apartment at nearly a quarter of past prices. A softened market means many urban properties are now within reach for bargain hunters and first-time buyers.
Find out why fire damage is a greater risk in the winter. Learn why it’s important to buy contents renters' insurance to protect your belongings from ice and snow damage, fire and more.
