If you live in an apartment or you’re thinking of moving to an apartment, you’ll find that it differs from owning a home in a number of significant ways. Millions of people find apartment living to be an easy lifestyle without the burdens of home ownership. And there’s a lot of flexibility when it comes to the apartment market. You can find everything from a space in the basement of someone’s home to a converted warehouse of lofts to the more conventional apartment complex with standard floorplans. Stay informed on issues like renter’s insurance, rent control, apartment decor, subletting and more.
Studio apartments are the smallest possible apartment available, combining the living room, dining room, kitchen and bedroom into one common area. It’s not unusual for the bed to fold up to allow for more space when it isn’t time to sleep. A single bathroom is the only separate room in a studio apartment. Despite its...
Q: Why do I need insurance if my landlord has coverage? A: The insurance your landlord has covers damage to the apartment building and offers liability protection in the event of an accident that is due to some condition of defect related to the building. But your landlord’s policy does not cover damage to tenants’...