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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.
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    The Ultimate Move-Out Checklist

    Are you planning a big move soon? It’s crucial to leave your current apartment clean and ready for the next person. To help you with the process, we’ve created the ultimate move-out checklist for your apartment. Why is a Move-Out Checklist Helpful?  The process of moving out often feels daunting, especially since you’re likely moving […]

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  • Tips for Moving Into a New Apartment On a Budget

    Between the first month’s rent, upfront utility fees, application fees, and a security deposit, the cost of moving into a new apartment can quickly get expensive. And if you’re considering a professional moving service to help transfer you and your belongings to a new space, that comes with an additional cost: $1,250 on average if […]

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    Practicing Social Distancing While Moving Into An Apartment

    Most of the world might be on hold during this unprecedented time, but beautiful and exciting life events are still occurring. One milestone that continues, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, is families, recent graduates, medical residents, and others are moving into new apartments and homes. Whether because of a job change, going off to school, a […]

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    The Ultimate Apartment Walkthrough Checklist

    You wouldn’t drive your new car off the lot without giving it a thorough once-over, right? The same logic applies when moving into a new apartment. The apartment can be perfect on paper — ideal location, impressive amenities, and rent that works with your budget — but there are some things you’ll only know for […]

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