When You Need to Get HOA Board’s Approval

December 3, 2018 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

By: Joe Winkler Homeowners associations provide a structured set of standards that are in place to protect property values. As part of living in a well-organized community that is overseen by a homeowner’s association, you’ll have to seek your HOA board’s approval before making certain changes to your property. When, exactly, do you need to…

5 Easy Plumbing Hacks For Your Condo

October 20, 2018 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

Calling the plumber is a potentially expensive phone call nobody wants to make. Of course, there are times when you must call the plumber, for example when you cannot stop the water flow and the handyman is nowhere to be found. However, every condo owner can master these five simple hacks to handle minor plumbing…

How Can I Make My Condo Even More Eco-Friendly? 6 Tips From DIY Freak’s Handbook

October 4, 2018 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

Renovating a your condo is an excellent way to improve its overall style and functionality. Many homeowners are also choosing to incorporate eco-friendly strategies into their renovation efforts. By doing so, you may able to save energy and conserve water regularly. More than that, you may enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing…

Condo Renovations & Improvements: 3 Things to Know Before You Begin

August 22, 2018 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

By Morgan Statt Condo improvement projects and renovations are exciting endeavors that can have a major positive impact for years to come. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your living space or you’re looking to add value to your condo for a potential sale, these projects shouldn’t be taken lightly or without proper planning. Before you…

Condo Renovator’s Dilemma: What Type of Flooring to Pick?

July 7, 2018 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

In your own condo, every part counts. From the floor to the ceiling, you want to have everything right. One of the most visible improvements you can make is to redo your floors – nothing upgrades your place faster than changing the dingy, cheap-looking wall-to-wall carpeting that came with your condo to nice new floor.…

How Often Should You Look at Your Zestimate?

May 10, 2018 | By Alex Starace AuthorMy First Apartment

To hear the real estate portals tell it, you should track your home's value on a weekly basis. Is it really necessary to look at your Zestimate that often?

Decorate Like a Pro: Secrets of TV’s Biggest Home Design Stars

April 4, 2018 | By Alex Starace AuthorMy First Apartment

If you're like most condo-owners, you've watched your share of TV shows on home design. Make your place look like it should have a show of its own.

Should You Rent Out Your Condo Instead of Selling?

December 10, 2017 | By Alex Starace AuthorMy First Apartment

You’ve decided to move. Should you rent out your condo? Being a part-time landlord has its appeal, but is it right for you?

Is It Time to Get a Bigger Place?

November 12, 2017 | By Alex Starace AuthorMy First Apartment

When you buy a condo, you seldom expect to stay forever. When should you upgrade? It depends. Getting a bigger place could be a great idea, or it could take more time and money than you’d bargained for. Your Situation Your Place Was Always Too Small You thought your first condo was a little tight,…