Tenant Blog

It’s Time for Spring Cleaning

When the weather turns warm, it is a great time to plan for a “spring cleaning” around your residence. Take the time to clean out from winter and review any necessary maintenance. Here is a list of steps you can take to chase away winter and brighten your home.It is also time to trim lawns and weed flowerbeds, as well as clear...

Coping with the Cold

The weather, in many areas of the country, has been unusual in the last several years. It has been spring in December in New York and Washington, D.C., while California and Texas have had unusual snow and freezing temperatures. When this happens, people often do not know what to do.If more extreme temperatures occur, here are some tips on...

Handling Winter Storms

During winter months, storms can quickly occur causing many problems. There can be high winds, flooding, and more that cause power outages. Here are some tips to help you cope if this occurs.When an Outage OccursYour property manager cannot control power outages and the restoration of service. The best source is to call your electric comp...

Are You Ready for 2017?

How prepared are you for the coming year? You may have made several New Year resolutions but life in general may still seem as hectic as the holidays. Here are seven steps to help you start this year on the right track.Check your gift cards and organize returnsThe holidays have just passed and it is common to receive gift cards or gifts t...

Keep the Happy in Your Holidays

The Holiday Season is a hectic time of year – there is more traffic, crowds, activities, and pressure to spend money and charge credit cards. Keeping the happy in the holiday season can be a challenge for anyone. It helps to take the time to plan and prepare what you truly want to do so you can enjoy your festivities.There are sever...

Making a House a Home

Many rental properties have a bland or neutral look throughout. There are exceptions, but property owners try to avoid conflicts with residents’ furnishings. Most rental contracts contain clauses that tenants are not to alter or modify the property because the landlord wants to maintain a neutral color scheme for marketing to future...

Stretching Your Food Dollars

The economic problems are in the news every day, but you do not have to turn on the TV or radio to know that it takes more money to buy what you could before. All you have to do is go to the grocery store and see how prices have escalated. By planning, you can shop smarter and stay within your budget. There are many ways to help you get t...

Clean and Save

Because of today’s advertising world, it is often easier to pick up a very expensive product because you have been convinced that you need it. However, some everyday items you probably have around the house are VERY inexpensive and work just as well as the costly ones. There is one way to save many dollars – using household it...

Handling the Heat

Record heats have affected the majority of the US, and often referred to as the “dog days of summer.” The news media has reported many heat-related illnesses and deaths. Many blame the effects of global warming. Whatever the reasons for the extreme heat, it is important to remember that summer is “far from over” an...

Summer Fun

Summer signals fun – vacations, barbeques, swimming, boating, and many outdoor activities in the sun. However, the “fun” can be short-lived if you do not take care. Here are some great tips for maintaining enjoyment of your summer activities.Summer often means vacation timeIf going out of town, notify all necessary parti...