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How to Get an Apartment Without a Job

A lot of you have been telling me that you're having a hard time renting an apartment when you don't have a job lined up. I know it can be tough, and I know what I did when I was in your shoes, but I wanted to get you more valuable information that wasn't just from my experience. So, I sat down with

Reasons To Rent A Two Bedroom Vs. A One-Bedroom Apartment

We’ve previously discussed the pros and cons of renting a studio vs. a one-bedroom apartment. But what about a one-bedroom vs. a two-bedroom? It’s a question that couples and singles must face when deciding on a place to live. While couples may share a single bedroom, a two-bedroom may still be a better option for […]

How to find hidden cameras in your Airbnb and other rental properties

As creepy as it sounds, someone could be spying on you at your vacation rental property. There have been many examples recently of vacationers finding hidden cameras in their rooms. Don't be a victim of this hideous behavior. We've got tips on how to spot a hidden cam and what to do about it.

How to Live Rent-Free (or Way Cheaper Than You Are Now)

An expert on living large on less money offers the keys to housing that fits within your budget.

6 Designer Tips to Make Your Home Look Expensive

Can Any Apartment Be a Furnished Apartment?

You need a furnished apartment, fast. Think your options are limited? Think again!

How To Make Your First Apartment Actually Look Grown Up

4 Budget-Friendly Ways to Make Your Apartment Feel Fresh

Luckily, with a few tips and tricks in mind as well as a positive attitude, you can make your apartment feel like a whole new home.

Tips for using our Common App Guide

Yesterday, we released the 2019-20 version of our annual Collegewise Guide to the Common Application—it’s available here for free to anyone who wants it. But without the necessary context, more guidance and instruction can often increase rather than relieve stress. So for students, parents, and counselors, here are some suggestions to help you make the most of the advice we’ve shared insideStudentsIf you haven’t…

10 Most Common Repairs That You Can Do Yourself

If you own rental property, you'll probably want to learn how to make some common repairs. Learn how to make 10 common repairs.

Is Common Sense Common? Find Out With Our Quiz

The Morning Show took a common sense quiz. Although Ryan is unsure of it's accuracy, since Shannon...

We Have So Much In Common. As Ellen Explains...

Ellen proves that we all have so much in common...

Help My Readers Get Ready for Common Core

My students need rigorous exemplar texts to help them achieve success during the shift to Common Core. Do you remember the first time you read a book that truly challenged you? Did the vocabulary m...

Don't Make These Sunday Sauce Common Mistakes—Or We'll Tell Nonna

It takes a whole lot of love and effort to make an amazing Sunday sauce. Oh, and one more thing: Make sure you're not making any of these common mistakes!

Ten Common HVAC Terms

There can be a lot of confusing HVAC lingo out there! We break down ten of the most common ones.

World of Design: 10 Inspiring Ways to Personalise a Rented Home

Even if you don’t own your home, you can live beautifully. Browse these ideas from international tenants who’ve made their spaces special