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With over 50 years in the industry, we have lots of insight and experience in apartment living and hospitality in the communities and guests we serve. Find behind the scenes insight, rental property best practices, and apartment life inspiration here.
  • Should I Get a Security Camera for My Apartment?

    Everyone wants to know that their home is secure, especially when they’re not there. To get that peace of mind, many are forgoing full-blown security systems and installing cameras instead. Many of these security cameras even connect to Wi-Fi and can be operated or viewed via a smartphone app. But what about renters? What are […]

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  • How to Build a DIY Apartment Home Theater

    Movie theaters may be closed due to the coronavirus and social distancing requirements, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on winter movie nights. With many studios choosing to release movies on-demand early, or bypass theatrical releases entirely, now is the perfect time to recreate the movie experience in your own apartment home […]

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  • How to Celebrate New Year 2021 Safely

    It’s hard to imagine New Year’s Eve without the three “C’s”: champagne, confetti and crowds. But, just like the rest of 2020, this New Year’s Eve will be unusual. With COVID-19 protocols and social distancing guidelines still in place, ringing in the New Year will look different than in years past. However, just like with […]

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  • What to do if You Can’t Sleep in Your New Apartment

    There are few things more exciting than moving into a new apartment. Unpacking boxes, decorating your apartment, buying new (or used) furniture, getting to know your neighbors—it’s a whirlwind. But with that buzz can come an unwelcome side effect: you can’t sleep in your new home. There’s even a scientific term for when you can’t […]

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