It may come as no surprise that the most frequent complaints a property manager receives are noise-related. If you have noisy neighbors, here are a few tips on how to deal with them, including how to file an apartment noise…
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Who do you need to follow in Madison on Instagram? Here are a few Mad-town accounts that may be flying under your radar. Check ‘em out! 1. @EpicureanChronciles As they state on their blog, “We eat the food, cook the food,…
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When it’s time to move, it’s also time to throw some items out. But what do you do with items like paints, pesticides, medications, and fluorescent bulbs? This guest post lists out the places renters should go for hazardous waste…
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As you get closer to moving into your first apartment, you need to get organized in a very big way. Our first apartment checklist includes a comprehensive list of everything you’ll need, as well as a list of tasks you’ll…
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It’s a law of nature: Moving always takes waaay longer than you think. However, if you know how to move efficiently, you can lessen the moving time (and pain) as you transition to a new apartment. Let’s face it: Moving…
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There’s nothing quite as cute and cuddly as a puppy. But bringing home a new puppy to your apartment requires understanding what you’ll need to do for the puppy, both in the short-term and the long-term. Having a dog is…
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Why does rent go up, but your apartment stays the same? Same bathroom, same utilities to pay, same everything? This infographic breaks down what your rent actually pays for, so you can see all the variables that can trigger an…
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What if your subletter won’t pay you the rent? You do have some legal recourse, but your options are very limited. We tapped the expertise of an attorney for insights and options. The most important takeaway: Find the right subletter…
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For Chinese students in the US, transitioning to college AND a new country is an enormous challenge. Finding an apartment, in particular, can be very difficult. We’ve put together an overview on the difference between renting in China versus the…
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You might have a great apartment, but potential subletters won’t know about it unless you tell (and show) the world. Here is a collection of great tips from Pinterest! Make Rooms Look Bigger…Waaaaay Bigger Go big or go home! These…
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In the third quarter of 2016, downtown Madison’s apartment vacancy rate has reached 4.22%. New apartment construction has led to the increase, resulting in a flood of new benefits to the downtown — and challenges. One glance at Madison’s skyline…
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If you want to deck the halls for the upcoming holiday seasons, these Hanukkah and Christmas DIY decorating ideas will help make your home festive and beautiful without breaking the bank. Not only are they budget friendly, they’re also relatively…
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Before you can sign that lease, a property owner will likely check your credit. So what credit score do you need to rent an apartment? We provide an answer, as well as insights on how to establish credit and how…
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A few well placed, healthy plants can make an apartment feel like a home. Depending on your apartment you may have different needs, but there’s a common houseplant variety for every situation, including low-maintenance plants for those of you with…
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TV isn’t going away. People are watching plenty of it, it’s just that they’re just choosing alternatives to cable and satellite TV. With the landscape changing so quickly, we’ve compiled a list of viewing options and how to watch them.…
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Splitting rent and and other bills is one of the benefits of having a roommate. It’s also one of the biggest sources of conflict. Use smart strategies and today’s technology to ensure bills get paid and tempers stay cool. Money…
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A 529 Plan is an ideal way to save for higher education costs. But can you use funds from your 529 plan to pay your off-campus rent? We tapped into an advisor from the accounting firm of Baker Tilly for…
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Ever thought of renting out your apartment through Airbnb and VRBO to make some quick cash? Before you take on the role of temporary landlord, you should be aware of the risks and regulations — including what the process for…
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Were you given the opportunity to work from home but lack the proper space in your apartment? There are many creative and stylish ways to transform your small apartment into a suitable work space. With a little imagination and DIY…
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Photo: Tenney Park ©Richard Hurd/Flickr The Tenney-Lapham Neighborhood embodies the near-east side flavor of Madison. With a diverse mix of affluent lakefront property owners, grad students, young professionals, families, artists, hippies (past and present), this is a neighborhood that’s distinctly Madison.…
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