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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (1/28/2012). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

Study: Energy Efficiency in Apartments Could Save $3.4 Billion
These types of measures could slash utility bills for multifamily buildings – in this case, defined as those with at least five rental units – by 15-30 percent, the study finds. That could be welcome news for apartment-building owners, who often get … (From Forbes ) (More)

Earn rent even on a vacant apartment
Rent will be collected from more than 1400 occupants, pooled and after deducting maintenance charges, will be credited to the investor’s account on quarterly basis. This means that even if an investor’s apartment is vacant, he will still earn his … (From The Hindu ) (More)

Northwest Pennsylvania Apartment Association sues Erie over rental program
A group of landlords has taken their complaints about the city’s rental-inspection and registration program to court. (More)

Inside Real Estate
Ron Witten, president of Dallas-based apartment research and advisory firm Witten Advisors, concedes that apartments are less affordable than a couple of years ago. “But you have to keep in mind that we are coming off a market when rent affordability … (From Investor’s Business Daily ) (More)

38-unit apartment project moving ahead on Elm Street near MSU
The Deep Elm apartments will be built at 701 E. Elm Street, where three vacant rental properties now stand. The company has filed project applications with the city both to demolish those houses and build the new apartments. City Utilities last year … (From Springfield News-Leader ) (More)

Will the flood of apartment construction lower rents? Don
Yes, we are seeing a mini boom in new rental construction. Developers with plans for five new apartment high-rises are… (More)

Rental Apartments Are In Demand At The New Parkside Luxury Apartment Rental Building In Rockland County, New York
Demand continues to increase for rental apartments in Rockland County, NY and Bergen County, NJ. Parkside, a new luxury apartment rental building in Rockland County is already 70% rented, well ahead of expectations. The increased demand is attributed to lack of supply for luxury apartments in the area as well as economic factors. Parkside is located on the Hudson River waterfront in Haverstraw … (More)

Apartment Living Articles

Deciding Between Single Family Homes and Townhomes Offered by Home Builders in PA
Families moving to PA have two main housing options to choose from: single family homes and townhomes. As each type has its own set of benefits, choosing one is a matter of setting priorities, such as budget, privacy, or space. Home builders in PA offer options for both housing types in different communities across the Keystone State. (More)

Dealing With the Moving Company: Taking Stock of Your Responsibilities
Many customers who have a sour experience with a moving company are partially at fault themselves. Here are the things you need to remember when making the move. (More)

Questions To Ask a Moving Company Before You Hire Them
Hiring a moving company can be stressful. But this is one area of your move where you can relieve the burden on your mind if you simply ask the right questions before you sign any contracts. (More)

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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (1/20/2012). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

Suits contend Collier apartment operators failed to protect residents against …
Suits contend Collier apartment operators failed to protect residents against … (From Naples Daily News ) (More)

Value rentals on Point at Sutton Hill
“In addition to providing brand new apartments to meet the growing demand for quality rental homes in Orange County, we also invested into upgrades including the addition of an on-site fitness facility, updated exterior facades, upgraded tennis courts … (From NorthJersey.com ) (More)

Apartments see biggest rent hike in 4.5 years
It was the biggest rent hike the county has seen in 4 ½ years, RealFacts figures show. And it was the fourth-biggest percentage gain among 26 California metro areas tracked by RealFacts. Apartment rent here has been rising steadily since a bout of cuts … (From OCRegister ) (More)

College Students Discover Furniture Rental Can Save Time, Money
CORT, a Berkshire Hathaway Company and the only national furniture rental provider in the “rent-to-rent” industry, can outfit a fully-furnished apartment for students prior to their arrival on Move-In Day, providing a convenient and affordable option … (From PR Web (press release) ) (More)

Burnsville Revokes Troubled Apartment’s Rental License
Residents of a troubled Burnsville apartment building will be notified in the next few days that they have just over a month to find a new place to live. (More)

Rental Apartments Are In Demand At The New Parkside Luxury Apartment Rental Building In Rockland County, New York
Demand continues to increase for rental apartments in Rockland County, NY and Bergen County, NJ. Parkside, a new luxury apartment rental building in Rockland County is already 70% rented, well ahead of expectations. The increased demand is attributed to lack of supply for luxury apartments in the area as well as economic factors. Parkside is located on the Hudson River waterfront in Haverstraw … (More)

Apartment Living Articles

Hiring The Best Movers By Doing An Interview
Interviewing movers or moving companies is one of the best ways to know them; their reputation; their services; estimates; and other information you might want to know. This way, you can easily compare them to other moving companies on your list and narrow down your options. Don’t hesitate to ask or interview moving companies on your list, this is how you’ll know the company in terms of their standing, their competitors, how they handle their customers and other information proving that they’re legit. (More)

How to Choose a Reliable Moving Company
To help you choose a reliable moving company try asking them these questions, and pay attention to HOW they answer as well as what they say. Remember, your aim is not only to get the correct answers to these questions, but to assess how the questions are answered. (More)

Moving Professionally
Packing, moving, then unpacking are all a part of the undesirable process we call moving. Being excited about a new life and home are one thing, but the leg work is never something we look forward to. Often rushed by the surprise that the move day is quickly approaching we pack things poorly and throw them in to oversized moving trucks. (More)

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Dear 101apartmentforrent.com Readers,

Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (1/12/2012). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

Apartment Industry Offers Wealth of Opportunities to Job Seekers
WASHINGTON , Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — As the nation’s unemployment rates slowly recover, the apartment industry continues to see strong demand for new employees in order to keep up with a growth rate … (More)

Another new rental complex proposed for downtown
Preliminary plans for a proposed rental apartment and townhouse complex with stores and restaurants on the ground floor were presented at the city’s first Community Appearance Board meeting of the year, in what was the first look at the project. (More)

Leading Business Intelligence on the Middle East & North Africa
Apartment rental rates rose in certain areas in Jordan during the fourth quarter of 2011 due to an amendment to the landlord and tenant law which permits landlords to increase rents to current market values, according to leading property consultancy Asteco. (More)

Apartment Rental Demand to Outweigh Supply for a While
Even as interest rates hit record lows, the apartment rental market is simply flooded. (More)

Apartment Living Articles

Organization and Purging in Preparation to Relocate
Often one of the most difficult tasks in owning or renting a home or apartment is learning to clear items out and stay organized. Closets and hidden drawers provide spots to store items that aren’t really needed, so it’s easy to go overboard on purchases – you know that there is always somewhere to stash it. I find that thrift stores, such as Goodwill or Salvation Army are especially easy to over purchase – I can usually find great items for a very cheap price! But when moving, the last thing anyone wants to do is have to organize and pack. (More)

Moving Your Piano Safely
Moving a piano is not an easy task, and it is not a task that should be undertaken lightly. Not only are pianos very heavy items to lift and move, you can cause unprecedented damage to your body, to surrounding objects, and to the piano itself when you are unaware of how to best move it from one place to another; whether to a new room or to a new home entirely. If you’re assisting in moving the piano, here are some tips to follow during the moving process. (More)

Planning A Move To A New Home? Should You Hire A Moving Company Or Handle It Yourself
Moving is one of the most stressful situations someone can go through, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re worried about handling everything yourself, consider looking into hiring moving companies. (More)

Better Ways to Move Homes
Attempting to make your next big move even easier? Need a few tips on how to minimise the stress of moving? Well, you’re human, so moving is going to stress you out. (More)

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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (1/5/2012). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

U.S. Apartment Vacancies Decline to a Decade Low of 5.2%, Rents Increase
U.S. apartment vacancies dropped to a 10-year low in the fourth quarter, allowing for rent increases that are likely to continue this year, Reis Inc. (REIS) said. (More)

The Most Expensive One-Bedroom Rental In New York
According to Streeteasy’s database, this Waldorf Towers flat is the single most expensive one-bedroom apartment in the city…and it doesn’t even have a kitchen. (More)

Analysis: U.S. rental demand lifts housing sector
(Reuters) – Brian Keith is busier than ever as the architecture firm he works for rushes to wrap up work on a 300-unit apartment complex in Dallas. The project is one of dozens the firm, JHP Architecture, has on its hands — a surge of business driven by a rise in demand in the United States for rental properties. The increased demand has forced JHP to expand, and it expects to keep hiring at … (More)

Apartment Living Articles

Sneaky Little Ways to Find Best Boise Movers to Relocate to The City
Boise, the heart of the Boise City-Nampa metropolitan area is located on the western side of Idaho. It is the largest city between Portland, Oregon and Salt Lake City, Utah. The city, which is home to 205,671 people, attracts many new residents every year, which pushes the demand for Boise movers and packers services providers upward. (More)

Essential Tips for Doing a Home Inventory After the Move
One of the first most important steps you should take after a move is taking a home inventory. Through this, you’ll be able to check and make sure that all of your household goods reach your new home safely without any damages or lost items. (More)

Detailed Procedures for Packing and Organizing Your Storage Areas
It’s not that easy to pack the storage and garage shed. It can actually consume more time than you might think. These places are typically filled with a strange heap of stuff, from weed whackers to lawn mowers and perhaps a collection of garden gnomes. You may also have stored hazardous items in these places, including liquids that are harmful when spilled. (More)

Want to Get Rid of Your Stuff and Earn Money Before Moving? Sell Your Things Online
When moving, it’s important to move only the most important items to avoid wasting time, energy, money and resources. There are several ways through which you can get rid of your items effectively. Hosting a garage sale is one of the best options around. However, you may not have time for it or you may not be willing to go through the hassles of having a garage sale. If you don’t want to host a garage a sale but you want to earn some money from your stuff, the next best option is to sell your things through the Internet. (More)

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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (12/28/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

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First Person: Should I Buy Appliances for My Rental Home?
*Note: This was written by a Yahoo! contributor. Do you have a real estate story that you’d like to share? Sign up with the Yahoo! Contributor Network to start publishing your own finance articles. (More)

National Rental Demand Lifts Housing Sector
Brian Keith is busier than ever as the architecture firm he works for rushes to wrap up work on a 300-unit apartment complex in Dallas. (More)

Homeowners renting out space must follow tenant-landlord rules
Rules that apply in traditional apartment complexes typically apply in homes, such as maintenance and repairs, limits on a landlord’s right to enter the rental space and security deposit requirements. Question: In these tough financial times I think a lot of people (myself included) are considering renting out part of their home, if not already doing so. I haven’t been successful in trying to … (More)

Apartment Rental Demand Higher in Kitchener and Guelph
TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – Dec. 13, 2011) – According to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) Fall 2011 Rental Market Survey for the Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo and Guelph Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs), the average vacancy rate in Kitchener moved lower to 1.7 per cent and in Guelph to 1.1 per cent. On the basis of a sample of structures common to both the 2010 and 2011 … (More)

Apartment Living Articles

7 Aspects to Consider Before Choosing a Removals Service
Moving can be an intimidating thing. Going to a new location, figuring out where everything is, meeting new people can be difficult. Moreover, relocating to that new location can be even more difficult. (More)

Worry And Apartment Rentals
Don’t listen to the hype when looking for a place to live. Go there and see for yourself! (More)

A Guide to Cleaning When Moving House
When you prepare to move into your new home, you will need to make sure you have a moving house cleaning plan in place for both your old and new residence. The plan should consist of cleaning activities for each room of the house. (More)

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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (12/19/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

Real estate developers see future growth in high-end, rental residential projects
One real estate segment that is starting to see a revitalization are the high-end rental apartment buildings in urban downtown areas. (More)

Apartment Rental Demand Higher in Kitchener and Guelph
TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – Dec. 13, 2011) – According to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) Fall 2011 Rental Market Survey for the Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo and Guelph Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs), the average vacancy rate in Kitchener moved lower to 1.7 per cent and in Guelph to 1.1 per cent. On the basis of a sample of structures common to both the 2010 and 2011 … (More)

Altos Research Launches Real Time Housing Rental Market Data & Analytics
Mortgage and Capital Markets Participants Can Now Leverage National Rental Analytics to Improve Asset Forecasting, Valuation, Disposition, and ResolutionDallas, TX (PRWEB) December 06, 2011 Altos Research, the leading provider of real-time real estate analytics, today unveiled at the Five Star MPACT conference its Rental Intel system providing real-time analytics on the US housing and apartment … (More)

Apartment Living Articles

Full Service Moving Companies For Long Distance Moves
Moving to what may feel like the other side of the world to you can be made this easy when assistance is received from a moving company that does it all. Picking up and leaving can feel nearly impossible as you spend weeks simple trying to coordinate meeting times to lift your 500 pound sofa and dresser. Save your back the pain and allow the professionalizes to make for a swift and stress free move. (More)

Moving Companies For Apartment Moves
The only downfall to your yearly apartment hopping is the treacherous last month of signing a new lease, packing up the place, and paying off friends to have nearly all your furniture and belongings delivered with new flaws. Moving in to a new apartment should be an exciting moment, but with the hassles that come along it has morphed into a nightmare. Moving companies welcome your attitude for change and are more then happy to provide you with a carefree move and a chance to look forward to the moment for once. (More)

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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (12/12/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

PRINCETON: 324 apartments proposed for hospital site
A plan for a more than 300-unit apartment rental community at the Princeton hospital site was unveiled at Borough Council and sent to the Planning Board this week. (More)

At $165,000 A Month, This Is The New Most Expensive Apartment Rental In New York
We know, that’s more than a lot of people spend on a house. The apartment is owned by Esprit founder Jurgen Friedrich, who tried to sell it several years ago for $55 million. It hit the rental market today. (More)

The Hunt-A Search for a Quiet Apartment
David and Kathleen Conteâ??s priority for a rental apartment was quiet. That meant no one overhead and no school nearby. (More)

Apartment Living Articles

Who Should You Notify When You Move?
What many people forget, though, is that when you move, there are many people and companies that need to be notified of your change of address. Neglecting to notify certain people or companies could result in extra fees or loss of contact, neither of which are attractive outcomes. (More)

How to Verify A Moving Company’s Credentials
If you have narrowed your moving company choices down to one, but you still are wary of signing a contract because of all the scam horror stories you have heard and read about, there is a website you can visit to better set your mind at ease that the company you are hiring is honest and reliable. This website is for FMCSA and it can provide you with the information you need to verify a movers’ credentials and licenses. This is the website for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCA) and researching this site is the final step… (More)

Moving to Timaru – A Better Lifestyle For the Whole Family
New Zealand’s main centres have a lot of appeal for Kiwis with easy access to amenities, more people and, often, a lot of great opportunities. With the cost of living increasing and things like safety and community a concern, especially for young families, there are a lot of off putting aspects to living in the country’s largest cities. Christchurch residents are especially anxious to continue life with as much normality as possible after the February earthquake; residents are choosing to make the move out of the Garden City to start again. (More)

Do It Yourself Moving or Hiring Professionals
When you are moving, you may be tempted to hire professionals or to do it yourself. There are pros and cons to both options, so you may want to explore them both to find out which one is best for your situation. (More)

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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (12/4/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

PRINCETON: 324 apartments proposed for hospital site
A plan for a more than 300-unit apartment rental community at the Princeton hospital site was unveiled at Borough Council and sent to the Planning Board this week. (More)

Nearly 100 rental units auctioned in Muncie’s central city
MUNCIE — Apartment owner Scott Stonebraker was pleased that all 18 of his residential properties containing 95 rental units in the Old West End and East Central neighborhoods sold at an auction on Thursday. (More)

Thousands Of Dollars Stolen In Salem Rental Scam
Police in Salem are looking for a man they say swindled families out of thousands of dollars in an apartment rental scam. (More)

Suspect Wanted For Stealing Checks, Money Orders From Apartment Complex Rental Drop Box
Suspect Wanted For Stealing Checks, Money Orders From Apartment Complex Rental Drop Box (More)

Apartment Living Articles

Going From House to Apartment – Tips to Adjust
If you are facing a move from a house to something smaller, like an apartment or condo, know that you are not the first person to go through this transition, nor will you be the last. You may have taken a look around your house and have wondered how you’re going to get everything you own crammed into the space you have to work with. If you currently have a garage, or a multi-floor home, the notion may seem especially frustrating. It doesn’t, however, have to be a headache, for there are ways to adjust. (More)

A Few Top Tips on Relocating to Northern Virginia
People are rediscovering Virginia as a great place to relocate, especially for regular people with regular jobs such as housewife, writer, butcher, baker, tailor or plumber. Manassas, Fredericksburg, Alexandria and the other areas in Northern Virginia, in particular, are becoming favorite choices for relocation, whether for people who intend to work there, or those working in the region, such as in DC. (More)

Ten Reasons to Hire a Professional Moving Company
Professional moving companies have moved hundreds of people and they do it constantly. They have perfected the right way to do it and will get it done efficiently and expertly. (More)

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Welcome to the Apartment Living Newsletter (11/27/2011). In this edition we have included news, articles and videos. You can find more resources on our website: 101apartmentforrent.com.

Apartment Living News

Rent Watch: Opening up room? Check laws
Question: I am considering renting a part of my home to an outside renter. I haven’t been successful in finding what the law says about renting a room or part of your house. I read this is different than renting a… (More)

Rental projects grow
After years of American emphasis on homeownership, the “apartment’s moment” has arrived. University of Pennsylvania Wharton School’s Susan Wachter coined the phrase at a Bloomberg Commercial Real Estate Summit in New York in mid-November. (More)

Prop2go Eyes New Geographical Markets to Attract Potential Investors
Just back from successful trade missions to New York and Boston, Jason Richard, CEO of Saint John-based real estate and apartment rental website Prop2go.com, said his company is preparing to move into new geographical markets.Saint John, Canada (PRWEB) November 25, 2011 Just back from successful trade missions to New York and Boston, Jason Richard, CEO of Saint John-based real estate and … (More)

First Person: Buying My First Rental Property
*Note: This was written by a Yahoo! contributor. Do you have a real estate story that you’d like to share? Sign up with the Yahoo! Contributor Network to start publishing your own finance articles. Our … (More)

Apartment Living Articles

How A Homeowner Adjusts To Moving When Buying Another House
When homeowners plan on moving to another house, the process is stressful. Here are some ways they can adjust to the move. (More)

Considerations When Moving to a Different Country
Making the move to a different state takes a lot of consideration and planning. But moving to a different country comes with an entirely different set of considerations. While the move to a different state can be undone relatively easily, the move to a different country takes a lot more to negate. (More)

What Everyone Should Know About Removals
The advice that someone who has moved house nearly a hundred times can give you is perhaps the advice that everyone deep down knows, but do not want to face – moving house is a difficult thing. There is a large amount of physical labor (and many of us are not exactly in the best of shape), there is a lot of organization required, and a lot of stress. It is not just the fact that one has to transport a large number of boxes from one location to another. (More)

Top Packing Techniques for Moving
When moving house, getting things stacked strategically in a well organized manner are actually no big deal if you plan and do things systematically and practical manner. Start packing at least six weeks ahead of time and begin with things that you do not use on a daily basis. Go through your knick-knacks and discard what you do not need. (More)

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