How Much Space You Can Rent for $1,600 in These 40 Illinois Cities For $1,600, you’ll get about 10% less apartment space in Illinois than the 948 square foot average in the 100 most populous U.S. cities. Of the 40 Illinois cities included in our research, Belleville and Evanston had the Continue Reading
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Survival Tips for Moving to a Big City
Survival Tips for Moving to a Big City Big cities attract a variety of different people from all walks of life. This rich diversity is precisely what makes big cities so appealing to live in for many people. Some move to pursue their careers or to go to college, while Continue Reading
How to Set Up Your First Apartment’s Wi-Fi
How to Set Up Your First Apartment’s Wi-Fi When you’re moving into your first apartment, Wi-Fi will likely be one of the first things you want. However, setting up your internet involves several steps that can often be confusing, and dealing with internet service providers (ISPs) can be challenging. But Continue Reading
Retirement Planning for Renters: 8 Real Estate Options to Consider
Retirement Planning for Renters: 8 Real Estate Options to Consider You want your assets to be relatively risk-free at retirement and provide you the income you need with minimal taxes and expenses. When you’re planning your retirement, consider your lifestyle and personal situation to figure out whether real estate is Continue Reading
Moving to Portland: Everything You Need to Know
Moving to Portland: Everything You Need to Know If the lush forests, rugged coastline and snow-capped mountains of the Pacific Northwest are calling your name, hands down one of the best places to live surrounded by all this spectacular nature is Oregon’s biggest and best-known city — Portland. Renowned for Continue Reading
Your Ultimate Dishwasher vs. Non-Dishwasher Checklist
Your Ultimate Dishwasher vs. Non-Dishwasher Checklist When it comes time to clean your dishes, many people think that using a dishwasher is more convenient. Additionally, dishwashers are usually more eco-friendly than handwashing dishes. However, some dishes and cookware are not dishwasher-safe, meaning you should never put them in your dishwasher. Continue Reading
The Best Vegan Restaurants in Washington, D.C.
The Best Vegan Restaurants in Washington, D.C. Restaurants across the country are increasingly embracing plant-based foods and adding creative vegetarian and vegan dishes to their menus. As Washington, D.C., is a mecca for top-notch restaurants, it’s no surprise that you can find amazing vegan options throughout the city. Here are Continue Reading
Why Are Meal Kits So Popular With Apartment Dwellers?
Why Are Meal Kits So Popular With Apartment Dwellers? Over the past few years, meal kits have become increasingly popular with apartment dwellers. According to one study, millennials are the top generation buying these meal delivery and preparation services (and using the Internet for cooking advice). Here’s what meal kits Continue Reading
10 Under Sink Storage Solutions You Need in Your Life
10 Under Sink Storage Solutions You Need in Your Life Keeping your house organized is no easy task and the space under the sink is no exception. It’s often easy to forget about the storage under the sink as it’s mostly covered and hidden. However, it can and should be Continue Reading
UDR Blog | A Part of Life
UDR Blog | A Part of Life Apartment living is a lot more fun when you have a furry friend to share the experience with. Dogs can take a decent chunk out of your paycheck, so you need to make sure you budget for everything, including vet costs, food and Continue Reading