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Pros and Cons: Keeping Your Window AC Units in Over the Winter
Pros and Cons: Keeping Your Window AC Units in Over the Winter

Pros and Cons: Keeping Your Window AC Units in Over the Winter

  |   By AuthorMy First Apartment
Window AC units are a popular way to provide air conditioning to apartments with no built-in air conditioning system. These units can be a lifesaver during the hot summer, but is it okay to leave them in during the winter? Read on below for the pros and cons of keeping your window AC units in…
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7 Great Super Last-Moment Halloween Party Ideas for Your Apartment
7 Great Super Last-Moment Halloween Party Ideas for Your Apartment

7 Great Super Last-Moment Halloween Party Ideas for Your Apartment

  |   By AuthorMy First Apartment
Halloween is this Monday, and if you don’t have plans yet, you may want to consider throwing together a last-minute party for you and your friends. Planning a Halloween party with limited time can be intimidating, but here are seven perfect last-moment party ideas to try out in your apartment this year. A scary movie…
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Is a Bidet Toilet Attachment Worth It for Your First Apartment?
Is a Bidet Toilet Attachment Worth It for Your First Apartment?

Is a Bidet Toilet Attachment Worth It for Your First Apartment?

  |   By AuthorMy First Apartment
As the world moves toward more healthy and environmentally friendly products and lifestyle trends, one thing making a big difference in the bathroom is the bidet. A fully functional standalone bidet isn’t a viable option for everyone, especially renters, so read on below to learn about another great option: Is a bidet toilet attachment worth…
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How Do You Know Whether a Vacuum Will Work Well?
How Do You Know Whether a Vacuum Will Work Well?

How Do You Know Whether a Vacuum Will Work Well?

  |   By AuthorMy First Apartment
If this is your first time living alone, a vacuum probably isn’t a purchase you’ve made before. A quality vacuum is one of the most useful cleaning tools you can have in your first apartment, but where do you even get started shopping for one? Here are the most important steps to help you know…
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4 Ways to Insulate Your First Apartment’s Windows from the Cold
4 Ways to Insulate Your First Apartment’s Windows from the Cold

4 Ways to Insulate Your First Apartment’s Windows from the Cold

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Fall is here, and if you’re a first-time renter this year, you’re most likely beginning to think about how you’re going to keep your apartment nice and warm. If your windows are cheap single-pane ones, common for rental units, they can be a significant source of cold air leaking inside. To learn some of the…
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When Can (and Can’t) Your Landlord Enter Your Apartment?
When Can (and Can’t) Your Landlord Enter Your Apartment?

When Can (and Can’t) Your Landlord Enter Your Apartment?

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One common question among first-time renters is regarding when your landlord can or can’t enter your apartment. Your apartment, while not technically your property, is your own space and offers you some legal privacy and protection. Read on below to learn when exactly your landlord can and can’t enter your apartment.  Implied right of private…
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How to Throw a Halloween Party in Your First Apartment
How to Throw a Halloween Party in Your First Apartment

How to Throw a Halloween Party in Your First Apartment

  |   By AuthorMy First Apartment
Having the freedom to throw parties and host people is one of the most fulfilling things about moving out on your own for the first time, and Halloween is one of the best times to do so. From making invitations to picking activities, here are five great tips to throw a fantastic Halloween party in…
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How to Install a Bidet Toilet Attachment
How to Install a Bidet Toilet Attachment

How to Install a Bidet Toilet Attachment

  |   By AuthorMy First Apartment
A bidet is one of the best apartment bathroom upgrades you can make, and it can be much easier than you might think. From being more environmentally friendly to giving a fresher clean, a bidet presents a variety of benefits. Read on below for the simple steps to add this helpful cleaning accessory to your…
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How to Safely Pack Framed Art for a Move
How to Safely Pack Framed Art for a Move

How to Safely Pack Framed Art for a Move

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Framed artwork can be awkward to pack and move, as it can be easily ruined and doesn’t stack particularly well. With the right strategies, however, you can get your framed artwork to your new apartment safely, so keep reading for everything you need to know. Consider removing artwork from the frame One way to better…
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5 Steps to Take If Your Apartment Floods
5 Steps to Take If Your Apartment Floods

5 Steps to Take If Your Apartment Floods

  |   By AuthorMy First Apartment
A flood in your apartment can throw you for a loop and mess up your comfortable lifestyle, but with the right steps, you can quickly recover and get things back to normal. From stopping the flooding as quickly as possible to restoring and replacing damaged items, here are five steps to take if your apartment…
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