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Disaster Preparedness Tips For Renters

July 27, 2012 by

My Place The West has earthquakes, the East has hurricanes and right smack in the middle is the infamous Tornado Alley. So... Read Full Story

Tips on Sharing Expenses with a Roommate

June 4, 2012 by

My Place With our college days firmly behind us, many of my friends are moving from rowdy, shared houses to quiet apartments... Read Full Story

5 Social Media Strategies to Deter Burglary, Theft

February 14, 2012 by

My Place Tweeting pics from your tropical vacation? Sharing your weekend plans on Facebook? You may want to think twice before you... Read Full Story

5 Tips for Renegotiating a Chicago Apartment Lease

January 9, 2012 by

My Place When I first moved to Chicago, I saw my living situation as temporary. I’d planned on finding a less-expensive apartment... Read Full Story

Enjoy the Holidays Away from Home

December 20, 2011 by

My Place The holidays are supposed to be the “most wonderful time of the year,” filled with family get-togethers and never-ending sugar... Read Full Story

Spruce Up Your Apartment on a Budget

December 1, 2011 by

My Place Since starting my first full-time job, all I want to do at the end of the day is relax on... Read Full Story

Consider These 5 Things Before Renting Your Townhome

November 30, 2011 by

My Place When my husband and I first bought our townhome, I loved everything about it—the high ceilings, the spacious kitchen and... Read Full Story

How to Deal with an Uncooperative Landlord

October 19, 2011 by

My Place When I moved into my first apartment after college, I was thrilled about finally having my own place. What I... Read Full Story