Whether you’re moving out of your parent’s house or leaving behind a college dorm, getting your first apartment is a pretty big deal. It can also be an expensive endeavor, which is why it is so important to create a budget to determine how much rent you can afford. How Much Apartment Can You Afford? […]
Category: Renting an Apartment
6 Things to Consider When Looking for Your First Apartment
Whether you just graduated from college, landed your first full-time job, or are just ready to move out of your parent’s house, getting your own place is a big step. Looking for your first apartment is exciting, but it can also be a little scary. To help you make a smart decision, keep these 6 […]
How Not to Lose Your Security Deposit
Considering a security deposit on an apartment is no small chunk of change – usually equivalent to one or two months of rent – getting it back when you move out is pretty important. Here are a few things that you can do as a tenant to help ensure you do not lose your security […]
Studio Apartment Pros
Bigger is not always better. Oak Park Apartments is seeing the “less is more” trend in the apartment market. Studio apartments have become the most sought after units for some very common sense reasons. The # 1 reason to rent a studio apartment is less space = less cost. The rent is less, the utilities […]
Do I Need Renter’s Insurance?
Yes! Because, quite simply, stuff happens! Fire, flood, theft or vandalism all can occur whether you own your own home or rent an apartment. Renters insurance is a tenants way to protect, repair or replace personal belongings that are damaged, destroyed or stolen. Just like someone who owns a home is responsible for his or […]
