Tip #5,137 When looking to rent an apartment, ask where the breaker box is located. Not having access can cause issues if you blow a fuse in the evening and have to wait for someone to fix it. Home & Garden renting + moving + apartment + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,296 Before renting a house check that important items such as the furnace, hot water tank, toilet and faucets are in good working order. Home & Garden renting + apartment + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,349 When searching for an apartment, try to speak with current residents about their experience. They can give you firsthand knowledge about the pros and cons of the place. Home & Garden renting + moving + apartment + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,162 Take room measurements before renting or buying a home. Rooms look much larger when unfurnished and you'll want to know whether your favorite furniture would fit or not. Home & Garden renting + moving + apartment + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,415 When moving, use your luggage for transporting items you will need in the first few days. They will be easy to pick out amidst the boxes. Home & Garden packing + moving + apartment + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,040 A thoughtful housewarming gift for a young adult moving into a new home is a laundry basket of groceries. Home & Garden moving + college + apartment + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,741 After moving to a new neighborhood, break the ice with your neighbors by delivering a small box of chocolates or baked goods and introducing yourself. Relationships neighbor + communication + moving + apartment + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,016 • 10 people found helpful Make sure your new home or apartment has adequate smoke detectors and schedule to check the batteries once a month. Home & Garden safety + apartment + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #2,608 • 16 people found helpful When preparing to live with a new roommate, set rules and expectations on day one. Address quiet times, guests, cleaning, etc. Relationships communication + college + apartment + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #2,504 • 12 people found helpful When having issues with your apartment, submit your concerns in a letter and retain a copy in case issues are not properly resolved. Home & Garden communication + apartment + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #2,500 • 11 people found helpful If living in an apartment, leave a television or radio on when leaving for a while, to help prevent burglary. Home & Garden safety + apartment + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
