Luxury Homes

The true cost of luxury homes is much higher than the price tag

Luxury home buyers are racing to snap up supersized homes with extra upgrades and tons of amenities, but many are at risk of going over their budgets as they do, experts say. The danger, according to Mari Adam, a certified financial planner with Mercer Advisors in Boca Raton, Fla., is that people can buy real […]

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Searching for a Truly Extraordinary Home? Check These Out

If you’re looking for a home that really stands out, take a look at these seven strange luxury homes the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing…

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Pros and Cons of Tiny House Living

Are you in the process of looking for a new home? Whether you live alone or you’re relocating with your roommates, you’re probably weighing all of your housing options. Houses and apartments are the two obvious choices, but have you considered tiny houses? Tiny houses are a relatively modern type of housing that’s gained significant […]

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What to Ask When Hunting for a Handicapped-Accessible Apartment

Finding an apartment that’s handicapped accessible can be challenging, especially if you’re unable to visit the apartment you’re considering. With the right resources and questions, though, you can do it! Of the 56.7 million Americans who have some type of disability, more than 30 million of those require a wheelchair. You’re not the only one […]

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Why Paying More for Rent Can Be a Good Thing

We have all heard the stories on the news about how apartment rent is continuing to rise to near-historic rates. As America takes it last few steps to full recovery from the economic challenges that plagued the nation a few years ago, a new discussion has emerged. This one has very little to do with […]

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Technology Revolution Calls Multi-Family Home

One of the great proving grounds for technology lies within the apartment industry. In an effort to offer greater amenities for their residents, while staying one step ahead of the local competition, property management companies have been on the forefront of lifestyle-based technology. And, as society’s craving for technological offerings have steadily increased along with […]

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Finding New Cities and New Apartments in 2016

2016 is right around the corner, ringing in a wealth of new opportunities for everyone in America and abroad. As the job market continues to grow, so will the companies driving the new economy. This also means wages will continue to grow, and more people will be relocating to cities throughout the U.S. for job […]

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What’s the Story Behind Your First Apartment?

There are nearly 38 million apartment residents in the United States. Each one has their own story to tell and each one chose apartment living for a different reason. I remember my first apartment. It was 1993 and I had milk crates for end tables and a high-voltage line spool for a coffee table. I […]

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Top 5 Qualities to Look for in a Landlord

Looking for an apartment that fits your needs doesn’t have to be a headache, and neither does finding a landlord that you can get along with. Developing a positive working relationship with your landlord can make a huge difference when it comes to negotiating the terms of your lease or requesting maintenance. When visiting any […]

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Tips for Improving Your Credit Score

When you find an apartment you really love, you don’t want to give up on it due to a shaky financial track record. Even if you have a less than stellar credit history, there are many things you can do to improve your score in both the short, and long term. Follow along as we […]

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