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Navigating the ins and outs of renters insurance can seem complicated. That’s why we at Pangea made this 4-part blog guide: to simplify things. You shouldn’t be scared of renter’s insurance. It’s more affordable than homeowner’s insurance and it protects your belongings. But what belongings are covered and when? What if you’re traveling and your stuff…
Navigating the ins and outs of renters insurance can seem complicated. That’s why we at Pangea made this 4-part blog guide: to simplify things. You shouldn’t be scared of renter’s insurance. It’s more affordable than homeowner’s insurance and it protects your belongings. But what belongings are covered and when? What if you’re traveling and your stuff…
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…
It’s officially Fall, and it’s time to enjoy all that comes with it; warm sweaters, bonfires, changing leaves, pumpkins, apple cider, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and more! Below you’ll find 30 events and home activities to check off your bucket list this season: Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo Connect South Shore – Arts Festival Plan a…
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…
Tom Harris © Hedrich Blessing. Courtesy of Rebuild Foundation. The Stony Island Arts Bank is a piece of Chicago history located in the Greater Grand Crossing/South Shore community. The building was built in 1923 and was originally a community savings bank, but after becoming vacant in the 1980s, the building sold for only $1 in…
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…