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Choosing whether you should rent with roommates is a difficult decision. Not only do you face the stress of locating a trustworthy colocataire. You also have to be honest with yourself about your lifestyle preferences. In this guide, we’re examining the aspects that accompany living with a roommate. Choosing to live with a roommate is…
By Aaron Colerick When searching for the perfect apartment, it is likely that you have a lot of things on your wish list that the ideal unit will have. Yet, have you given much thought to what floor you would prefer to live on? While this is often not the first thing people consider when…
By Matt Mitchum Your tax return is your reward for working hard and paying your taxes all year. Most employers take a little more than necessary for your taxes, just to be safe, and you can often get a little extra back by filing your taxes and using all the right tax refunds to get…
Chicago, The Windy City, known for its brutal winters, prominent sports culture, Lollapalooza, and the Navy Pier, as well as other attractions. But what’s it like to live in Chicago? One thing we’ve learned at Pangea is that visiting a city for a short period only gives you a brief glimpse of how life operates…
by Susan Mack We've all been here: you're looking through apartment ads, and when you see a house you like, you start looking at its merits critically. What's the cost? Is the neighborhood safe? What's the state of facilities and public transportation around the apartment complex? Unfortunately, we frequently forget to consider the floor the…
Putting in maintenance requests – especially for more urgent issues – is always stressful. In this blog, we’re detailing what tenants and landlords in Chicago can expect from each other. The primary concern for both parties should be the safety of the tenant and the habitability of the apartment or home. At Pangea, we’re committed…
by Jackie Edwards If you're living in Chicago and on a tight budget, it might surprise you to know that gardening is actually a viable option. With the right approach, you can grow fresh produce and add some greenery to your (small or big) apartment without breaking the bank. Needless to say, apartment gardening has…
By Aaron Colerick When searching for a new apartment, you likely have a lot of things on your wish list such as price, location, and style, yet you may not have given much thought to what floor you want to live on. While this may sound like a question that doesn't need debating, as a…
Searching for a new apartment is always stressful. When you add a legally binding document to the mix, it can make you want to pull your hair out. We at Pangea believe you should have the tools to understand your lease thoroughly. That’s why we crafted the Complete Guide to Reading Your Lease. In this…
By Matt Mitchum Every apartment design has something unique to offer. Some people love to seek the highest possible floor for the view and the feeling of being near the clouds. Some people love an apartment at the end of the hallway, or right in the center near the elevators. However, one of the best…