Category Archives: Apartment

Property Management

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Property management is the process of overseeing and maintaining a property, whether it be a commercial building, a residential complex, or a vacation rental. It involves a wide range of tasks, including marketing and leasing the property, collecting rent, handling maintenance and repairs, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Here are a few key […]

6 Types of Produce That Grow Well in a Tampa Bay Apartment

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If you live in an apartment, that doesn’t mean that you can’t have a garden. There are some types of produce that do very well growing in pots. We’ll look at them below to help you get started. Herbs – Even though a lot of herbs will do well when grown in containers, they’re not […]

4 Tasks to Remember When Having an Indoor Tampa Bay Apartment Garden

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Recently we had a post about the different types of produce that you can grow easily in your apartment. Now that you know of some of the things that you can grow in your apartment, we’ll go over some of the tips that you can use to make sure that your garden gets the best […]

4 Common Container Garden Mistakes in Tampa Bay, Florida

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To round out our series on apartment indoor gardens, we’re going to look at some mistakes that many people make when it comes to container gardens. Putting Filler Material in the Bottom of Big Containers There are a lot of ideas on the Internet for the things that you can fill large containers with. The […]

Tampa Bay Apartment Bedrooms & Bathrooms – Tips for Creating Storage Space

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When you move from a house to an apartment, one of the things that you know is that you are going to have a lot less space that you might be accustomed to. So we are going to look at some tips that you can use to make more room in your apartment in your […]

7 Tips for Maximizing Counter Space in Your Tampa Bay Apartment

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One of the biggest problems with apartment living is usually the lack of counter space that you have. That’s why we have come up with some ingenious ways that you can increase your counter space and give yourself more room to work. And the best part is, these work in houses as well as apartments. […]

5 Common Mistakes of New Landlords in Tampa Bay

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If you are new to being a landlord, there are a lot of things that you should be careful about. There are mistakes that you can make that can actually cause you to have issues and go into financial ruin. Below are five mistakes that new landlords make so that you can be aware of […]

2 Common Challenges of Working from Home in a Tampa Bay Apartment

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With the 2020 pandemic, a lot of people have been working from home. This means even people who live in an apartment. So, if you find yourself working from home and not going back to the office anytime soon, there are a couple of things that you are going to discover about working from home […]

4 Tips for Helping Your Cat Adjust to a Move in Tampa Bay

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If you have a cat and you are getting ready to move, this can be a stressful time for your cat just like it can be very stressful for you. But there are things that you can do to help this time be easier for both of you and help your cat to be better […]

4 Essential Tips for Renting an Apartment in Tampa Bay

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If you are going to be looking for your first apartment, whether it’s because you’ve always lived in a house and you’re downsizing or because you’re getting out on your own, there are a few things that you want to do to make it easy. Below are four things you should always do when you […]

5 Things to Look at When Purchasing an Investment Rental Property in Tampa Bay

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If you are planning to buy an investment property and rent it out, you want to be very careful about the one that you choose. There are a lot of things to consider and choosing badly can cost you a lot of money. Below are five things to consider when you are looking for an […]

4 Tips for Pet Friendly Landlords in Tampa Bay

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As a landlord, one thing that you have to do is decide whether or not you’ll allow pets on your property. These animals are different than emotional support or service animals. These are pets that people have simply because they like having animals around. If you decide that you want to allow pets on your […]

3 Tips to Help You Find the Ideal Roommate in Tampa Bay

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Finding an apartment is a lot of fun. But sometimes you can’t rent an apartment yourself and you have to find a roommate with whom you can share expenses. This can be a very daunting task, but we have some tips below to help you find the right roommate. Look Beyond Good Friends The first […]

4 Benefits of Using Furniture Padding & Blankets When Moving to Tampa Bay

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When you are packing up to move to your new place, chances are that you have the boxes, bubble wrap and a lot of packing tape in your arsenal. But what about moving pads and blankets? You may not have considered these items. But you really should. There are a lot of benefits that they […]

A Guide to Christmas Trees for Your Tampa Bay Apartment

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It’s hard to believe that the festive season is almost here! For those of you who celebrate Christmas, it’s almost your time to shine and get the decorations put up. If this is your first year in an apartment, chances are that you are looking at your space and dismayed because you probably don’t have […]

3 Ways You Can Make New Tampa Bay Tenants Feel Welcome

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A lot of landlords get bad reputations because tenants believe that their landlord doesn’t care about them other than their money. But when you have a new tenant coming in, there’s a few things that you can do to change their way of thinking and show them that they aren’t just a rental check to […]

7 Tips for Renting a Tampa Bay Apartment with a Pet

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Are you looking into an apartment? If so, and you have a pet, there are some things that you can do to make your life a bit easier for you, for your pet and for your landlord. These are seven tips that you can use when you are moving into an apartment or another rental […]

Tampa Bay House Rental VS Apartment – Advantages of Both

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If you are looking for a new place to live and you don’t want to buy a house, your choices are usually renting an apartment or renting a house. Both of these options have their benefits. But which one should you choose? Let’s look at the advantages of each and then you can see what […]

5 Tips for Hosting a Get Together in a Small Apartment

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When you have a holiday coming up, you may think that just because you live in a small apartment that you can’t host. But nothing is further from the truth. There are things that you can do to help you with hosting and making sure everyone is comfortable despite being in a small space, and […]

4 Tips for Decorating Your Apartment for Thanksgiving

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If you live in an apartment and you are spending your first Thanksgiving there, you may be looking for ways that you can decorate your space. Although you may not have as much room as you would in a house, that doesn’t mean that you can’t find ways that you can make your place look […]

3 More Subtle Red Flags to Watch For When Screening Tenants in Tampa Bay

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As a landlord, you know that there are a lot of things that can throw up red flags when you are looking for a prospective tenant. Things such as bad credit, no credit history, etc. are all signs that you may not want to rent to this person. However, did you know that there are […]

Guest or Tenant? 3 Signs a Tampa Bay Guest is More Than a Guest

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Guests are something that you expect from time to time from your tenants. A friend here, a date there, parents or siblings another day. But you have seen someone in your tenant’s apartment from time to time. You wonder – are they just visiting or are they living there? How do you know for sure? […]

5 Tips for Making the Most Out of Your Small Tampa Bay Apartment Kitchen

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5 Tips for Making the Most Out of Your Small Tampa Bay Apartment Kitchen When someone has moved from a house to an apartment, one of the biggest shocks to them is often the small amount of kitchen space that they have. But if you are smart with your decision, you can find a lot […]

6 Tips for Making the Most Out of Your Tampa Bay Balcony

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Tampa Bay is one of the best places that you can live and take full advantage of an apartment balcony. If you have recently moved into an apartment with a balcony and you are looking for ways that you can get the most out of it, no matter how large or small it is, below […]

5 Tips for Dealing With a Noisy Neighbor

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If you have lived in a house most of your life and you move into an apartment, one of the things you’ll discover is how different it is. The biggest thing is that you have to deal with neighbors who, rather than living in the house next to yours, live on your own floor or […]

5 General Landscaping Tips for Landlords

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As a landlord, one of the things you want is to keep your property looking its best, inside and out. This includes your property’s landscaping. Below are five general landscaping tips that you can use to keep things looking their best. Remember Curb Appeal One of the things that you want to do when you […]

4 Tips for Creating an Online Apartment Listing

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A few decades ago, if you were to create a listing for your apartment complex, chances are you would put it in an apartment rental book or in the newspaper. But with most people looking on the Internet for their apartments. That’s why you want to make sure that you’re creating the right listing for […]

3 Tips for Being a Great Tenant

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So, you’re ready to move out and get your own place. Congratulations! You’ll be dealing with a landlord, and this is different than living with your parents. But if you are a good tenant, things will go well. Below are three tips you can use to be a tenant your landlord will love. Read the […]

3 Tips for Apartment Hunting on a Budget

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Apartment hunting can be a lot of fun and exciting, especially if you are getting your first apartment. But when you are on a budget, it can be hard to find the right apartment that you’ll love and can afford. Below are three tips that you can use to find an affordable place to live. […]

3 Storage Tips for Extra Space in a Small Apartment

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It can be frustrating when you can only afford a small apartment. But just because you have a small apartment, it doesn’t mean that you can’t find plenty of space that you may not know is even there. So here are some tips that you can use to have more space even when you have […]

4 Tips for Finding & Retaining Tenants

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Being a landlord can be difficult. There are many things to worry about, and you want to make sure that your tenants are happy, and your units are full. So, there are a few things that you can do to help things go a lot more smoothly. Below are four tips that you can use […]

Should You Hire a Property Manager? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself

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As a landlord, you have a lot of things on your mind. You have to find tenants, deal with their maintenance issues and a lot more. There are quite a few things to worry about. That’s why many landlords find that hiring a property management company is their best choice. Would you benefit from hiring […]