New York has never been the cheapest city to live in, however, now that the pandemic is over and everyone is moving back to the Big Apple (especially Manhattan), rent prices have gone sky-high, reaching almost a %13 increase compared to 2022 according to Investopedia. This situation has turned apartment […]
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How to keep my NYC apartment cool during the summer. 9 tips to keep the heat away
Now that winter is long gone, it’s time to start preparing for those hot, New York days that we all know come before the actual summer arrives. Since a lot of the city’s apartments are quite old, keeping them cool is no easy task, but don’t worry, we’ve got your […]
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Are one-bedroom apartments really better than a studio?
A lot of us find ourselves wondering if moving to a studio is really the right move, especially when we first move out. The truth is, while no one can tell you what’s best for you, there’s a popular belief that one-bedroom apartments are inherently better than studios. However, this […]
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On-site vs in unit laundry: What’s better?
If you recently started living on your own, then you might’ve realized that great freedom comes with great responsibility. Unless you live close to someone who does it for you, you probably learned that doing laundry can be a real nightmare but someone has to do it, right? No one […]
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Can I Rent an Apartment with an Eviction on My Record?
Everyone can face tough times in their lives, but sometimes these hardships can get out of control, resulting in severe consequences such as getting evicted from your apartment. Being kicked out of your rental not only has immediate repercussions, but it can also follow you for years. However, this doesn’t […]
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7 tips to keep your apartment clean
Living on your own has a lot of perks but it also comes with a lot of disadvantages. Keeping your place clean is an act of self-care that can indeed be neglected more than you can imagine, especially after a long shift when you just want to lie down and […]
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How to make friends in NYC in your 20s
Being alone in a big, new city is no fun. We’re all humans, we need someone to spend time with, however, finding someone to do this tends to be quite hard, no one just asks a random person they met at the park to be friends these days. But you […]
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Can an introvert live in New York City?
As an ex-introvert, I am well aware that living in a big city like New York can be exhausting but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun either. Having so many options is part of the city’s charm, and it can allow you to get out of your comfort zone […]
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Can I paint my kitchen cabinets in a rental?
Sometimes you might feel like your rental kitchen looks outdated and just not pretty anymore. We all want to make our apartments feel like us, like home, but leases and landlords often get in the way. What does your lease state? Making changes in your rental unit without re-reading your […]
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Can my landlord do a surprise inspection?
Having an annoying landlord who wants to inspect the apartment more often than needed can happen to anyone, I’ve been there. However, there’s a line between being annoying and violating your privacy. You’d be surprised to hear how many tenants get surprise visitations from the proprietor but it doesn’t have […]