By Matt Mitchum You are a savvy apartment dweller with a home you intend to enjoy. Your furniture is arranged the way you like it, you've got a good routine going, but there's just one thing getting in the way of a relaxing time: Noisy neighbors. Sharing a building with other families always brings the…
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By Matt Mitchum [Continued from Part 1] 7) Unstated Costs of Owning a Home Owning a home isn't actually "rent-free". You just pay in more complicated ways. There are a lot of homeowner expenses that are rarely discussed in the same conversation as whether you should buy a house. What are some of the unstated…
By Matt Mitchum Should you be looking for a house to rent or buy this year? For renters who are considering their next housing move, this is an important question to ask. Each year, the local housing market changes and your savings may get a little deeper. Once you have enough to put down on…
Pangea Real Estate provides modern and affordable rental housing from studio to 5-bedroom apartments and townhomes in Baltimore, Chicago and Indianapolis. The housing market is brimming with house rental options –from the pricy types like condominiums in the heart of megacities and suburban penthouses to the more simplistic choices like one-bedroom and studio apartments in…
Selecting a rental housing unit for a single person or a couple who doesn't need much space is one of the challenging aspects. You don't want more rooms as some of them will be left empty and therefore a waste of precious resources. On the other hand, vast living space can be enticing because you…
1. YOU DON'T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT A DOWN PAYMENT A down payment for a home is going to be at least $20,000 if you want something decent. For a very nice house, it will likely be even more than that. With an apartment, you might have to pay some initial deposits, especially if you…
by Dris M The American dream of owning a home is no longer viable for many. In some cases, buying does not make sense if your finances may not support it and a down payment for a home may take you years to save. Renting also affords one the flexibility to move if the need…
By Stacy McBee You can’t change the square footage of your apartment, but you can change the feel and the look. Perception is everything, so let’s take a look at some simple ways to make your apartment look bigger. Rightsize Your Furniture Too much furniture, or furniture that’s too big for your space, can eat…
by Archie Lawhorne There are plenty of nature preserves all over Maryland and the nearby mid-Atlantic area, all within a driving distance from Baltimore. These outdoor gems will satisfy your wanderlust, and all you need to do is gather your sundresses and shorts and enjoy the fresh breath of fresh air away from the hectic…
By Loren Crouse Despite being one of the biggest cities in the Midwest, Indianapolis has a lot of nature to offer. Indiana's capital city and its surrounding area are peppered with nature preserves that you'll undoubtedly love. Given that the city is centrally located in Indiana, you can access many other nature trails within a short…