It’s no secret the landscape for apartment renters is always changing and 2018 is expected to be no different. Experts say with the New Year, comes new opportunities. So here are a few valuable apartment renters’ tips to help jump-start your apartment search. Get the Word Out! If you think 2018 is the year…
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Spreading holiday cheer in a large apartment building or complex can sometimes be difficult–especially when some of your neighbors may not have the same enthusiasm for the holiday season as you do. So here are some tips to help you survive the holiday season (as well as) things you can do to help spread goodwill…
“Form follows Function” is an architecture and design principal as old as time. Defined it means; “the shape of [a building] or object should be primarily based upon its intended function or purpose.” For residents who are decorating their apartments and may be working with limited space, this is a perfect rule to live by.…
When people hear the term “Galley Kitchen” they usually think of a kitchen on a ferry, an airplane or RV. But today, Galley Kitchens are everywhere and are actually ultra-high-end, functional and come with plenty of storage space. Below are just a few reasons why Galley Kitchens have become so popular! Within Reach Galley…
Renting an apartment is often presumed to be just a “couple’s game” but there are thousands of “single” apartment renters who (whether by choice or necessity) have elected to live alone. So let’s hear it for those adventurous single men and women who live in bachelor or bachelorette pads on Long Island, Brooklyn or Queens.…
The warm weather is here! Guests will be arriving soon and first impressions are everything! So here are some awesome tips for decorating “outside your apartment!” Stoop-a-fied! Is there a stoop or steps leading up to your apartment door? Great! Here’s an excellent way to make those stairs look fancy and inviting for your visitors.…
Sharing an apartment with a friend or significant other comes with lots of peaks and valleys. But rooming together can also be a great way to save money, split chores or just enjoy some good old fashioned camaraderie and companionship. Below are some of the best ways we know to find the perfect roommate for…
Cold weather got you down? Need a boost of heat to set you right? Heatherwood has some great winter heating hacks to help you get through winter. Now you’re cooking On those cold winter nights when the thermometer doesn't have your best interests in mind…you can still beat that chill back by baking something yummy in…
The internet is positively overflowing with helpful tips, tricks and advice for folks renting an apartment. Some information is easy to find like “knowing your budget,” or “planning your move.” But these tips (below) are what Heatherwood calls the “most valuable!” These will help you master the art of renting your next apartment! Know the…
In years past renting an apartment on Long Island or NYC commonly had prospective tenants focused on what they would receive inside their apartment. These days, residents are probably more concerned with what’s on the outside of their cozy domicile. Let’s take a look at some of the things you should expect from every luxury…