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Your first apartment is a big step. I still remember mine; it was suitable for living, but it was apparent that I had no idea what I was doing. Recalling my barren walls, overcluttered kitchen cabinets, and lack of useful appliances, I realize now that I was mindlessly bogging myself down. It wasn’t because I…
In your pursuit for a new apartment, we understand that your search will likely include many sources besides pangeare.com. One important thing to note, though, is that you could be limiting your options by searching strictly for traditional apartments. Have you ever thought about widening your search to a duplex-style unit? What is a duplex?…
The vegetarian and especially vegan lifestyles have become quite popular over the last few years. These diets come with many restrictions, though. So how does a carnivore or omnivore–who isn’t familiar at all with veganism or vegetarianism–live with someone who strictly identifies as an herbivore? Know what it all means If you aren’t sure what…
During your apartment search, you may have to make a decision in terms of what floor you are most comfortable living on. You may immediate think about the pros and cons of renting on the top floor vs. the bottom floor, but what is it like to rent somewhere in the middle? Here are a…
There are only two ways for a person to save more money. One way is to increase your income. The other way is to decrease your expenses. In many cases, cable TV is the first luxury that people look to cut out when trying to figure out how to keep more money in their wallet,…
So you’ve just moved into a new place and you’re feeling excited and nervous at the same time. You’re excited for the possibilities that come with the process of moving, but you’re nervous about the daunting task that lies ahead of you. The many boxes are stacked in disorganized, brown rows and you’re wondering how to arrange…
The work from home trend has been all the rage for quite a few years now. While the concept seemed foreign just 10 or 15 years ago, it’s quite likely that you–or someone you know–spends at least some time working from home. It’s not hard to point out the obvious benefits of working from home.…
Your relationship with your roommate will have a huge and lasting effect on how you view the apartment rental experience. Although being best friends with that person would be perfect, the real world usually doesn't lend itself to such ideal circumstances. Because you two are sharing personal space and time, it is important to at least…
How to Deal with Neighbors' Noise When you live in an apartment for long enough, you’re bound to come across noisy neighbors. Whether it’s loud music, a noisy dog, or an alarm clock that doesn’t seem to shut off in the morning, it’s tough to find peace and quiet when renting next to loud neighbors.…
We are currently in the midst of a pretty rough flu season. If you reside within close quarters with one or more people, keeping your apartment germ-free will be nothing short of a daily struggle. Flu germs can spread easily and quickly, and they can even lie dormant for a long time before anyone ever…