My management company is giving back everyone's security deposits. Tomorrow. Should we accept? [more inside]
posted on May 16, 2008 - 4 answers

The communal washing machines in my apartment building are worthless. They don't remove any sort of stain or spill, regardless of solubility or severity. When I remove the wet clothes from the washer, nasty stripes and splotches of lint cover my clothes (especially obvious on darks). Is there a specific complaint I can make to my landlord, or should I just give up and go to a laundromat? [more inside]
posted on May 9, 2008 - 18 answers

A comfortable & storable reading chair? [more inside]
posted on May 6, 2008 - 10 answers

Can we live in New York City with our menagerie of animals? [more inside]
posted on May 3, 2008 - 10 answers

Renting an apartment on Craigslist - 4 very similar applicants. Is this a scam? [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2008 - 11 answers

3 month internship in Santa Monica? OK. Now, where to live? [more inside]
posted on Apr 29, 2008 - 11 answers

Has anyone had any success using Saferentals.com? I came across their list for NYC and their listings seems too good to be true. I'd love to hear what the hive mind have to say and your experiences with this site. Thanks.
posted on Apr 28, 2008 - 7 answers

What would you do with an empty apartment room? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2008 - 45 answers

What's a good way (read: low-hassle) to prove the whereabouts of my dog? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2008 - 30 answers

What can I do to prevent a toilet falling through my ceiling and crushing me, and how do I finagle the end of this (literal) mess? [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2008 - 21 answers

I would like advice on how to deal with a dog who barks every time I enter or leave my apartment. Should I talk to him? Ignore him? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2008 - 9 answers

Practicing & Playing Music in Washington DC: Learning the banjo without getting murdered [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 10 answers

My broker is trying to charge another fee to put someone new on the lease for the NYC apt. we've been living in for 3 years. Is this legal? Do I have any recourse? [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm subletting an apartment for the summer (June-August). Is it sketchy to be asked to give the original lessee three checks—two pre-dated for July 1st and August 1st respectively—at the signing? It seems slightly odd, but not necessarily sketchy. [more inside]
posted on Apr 20, 2008 - 31 answers

I'm trying to replace the shower head for the shower in my apartment. The old one will not come off. Help! [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 17 answers

My living room smells like a restaurant. It does not smell like food, but like the old, greasy, disgusting smell left on your clothes when you leave the restaurant if you work there. This is making my living room unbearable. What is this smell? [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 12 answers

Contractor telling me outrageous lies. In writing. What are they guilty of? Lots more inside. [more inside]
posted on Apr 12, 2008 - 9 answers

How come our apartment complex says they don't know when apartments will be available? [more inside]
posted on Apr 10, 2008 - 8 answers

What's a "bank inspection" and why are they doing it to my apartment? [more inside]
posted on Apr 7, 2008 - 7 answers

What is the strange smell emanating from certain areas of our apartment? It's very strong and sour, like boiled cabbage...and it's confined to the front hallway and the bathroom. [more inside]
posted on Apr 6, 2008 - 9 answers

Need advice from people in Melbourne, or familiar with it about where to live. [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2008 - 21 answers

where can i find something similar to this , but a smaller width and a lot cheaper ? [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2008 - 3 answers

ApartmentTechnologyFilter: What sorts of fun DIY technology projects can I use to improve the apartment-living experience for my roommates and I? [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2008 - 9 answers

Advise a San Francisco renter? I've about 6 weeks left on my current lease, and just had a new roommate move in. Rather than tack him on to the remaining time, my landlord would like to scrap the previous lease and have us sign on for a year. I've a feeling my roommate would prefer that as well. I, however, don't wish to be committed that long. [more inside]
posted on Apr 1, 2008 - 9 answers

Does anyone have any experience with Chicago Apartment Finders? [more inside]
posted on Apr 1, 2008 - 12 answers

Why did someone steal my socks? [more inside]
posted on Mar 26, 2008 - 14 answers

What's the most economical way to make your house/apartment smell good? [more inside]
posted on Mar 26, 2008 - 42 answers

How to simplify relocation - renting an apartment in another city [more inside]
posted on Mar 25, 2008 - 7 answers

How will I let the Comcast guys in with no buzzer and no cell phone reception? [more inside]
posted on Mar 25, 2008 - 12 answers

I am clueless about interior design. I see lots of things I like-- but I have no idea how to get my apartment from here to there. It may require renovation. I definitely need artwork. And shelves. Lots of shelves. So, I'm wondering how much would a consultation with an interior designer cost in Manhattan and does anyone have any recommendations and how do I choose one?
posted on Mar 22, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm a Yank who'll be working in London for ten weeks this summer. My budget is really limited, and, with the dollar falling, it shrinks a bit more every day. Right now I could just use some general advice on living cheaply. [more inside]
posted on Mar 17, 2008 - 15 answers

Is my central heating system killing me slowly? [more inside]
posted on Mar 17, 2008 - 3 answers

Looking for advice in negotiating with a NYC apartment broker. I know they're all "scumbags" etc, but I find myself in the position of working with a broker and an apartment I want to go for. [more inside]
posted on Mar 16, 2008 - 8 answers

I am applying to rent an apartment with an association that is doing extensive background checks. How seriously will they take my misdemeanor? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 8 answers

I'm moving to a new place and need to know what kinds of simple items I can use to furnish my place and keep it looking neat [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 8 answers

A friend of mine is soon to start his dream job working for the metro system in Monterey, but is having trouble finding an apartment. He's tried craigslist and the various national apartment finder sites, to no avail. What other resources can you recommend for leads? He'll need a place that allows cats and that is close to the metro lines, but other than that, he's open to pretty much anything.
posted on Mar 12, 2008 - 2 answers

What are the consequences of breaking an apartment lease in Washington, DC? And is it a dumb idea to enter into a year lease agreement knowing you'll probably have to back out in 6 months? [more inside]
posted on Mar 11, 2008 - 12 answers

Where in Boston should we live? Why? [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 15 answers

How can I maximize the awesomeness of having my own place? [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 30 answers

Ay! Help! Does a lease automatically renew if you can't prove you mailed the non-renewal? My landlord is now acting like they didn't recieve my non-renewal. I have already moved out (today) and it would make NO sense for me to move back in for the month. Is there anything I can do to avoid owing the rent for the month? [more inside]
posted on Mar 1, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm looking for the Chicago version of this answer to NYC apartment hunting. [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2008 - 10 answers

What are some good roommate matching services? [more inside]
posted on Feb 23, 2008 - 4 answers

Apartment shopping: Is it acceptable to contact the current resident of an apartment unit we're moving into? [more inside]
posted on Feb 21, 2008 - 12 answers

I have a silly problem. I have lost quite a few things in my apartment, and need help getting them back. [more inside]
posted on Feb 20, 2008 - 20 answers

Where can I find furniture for a particularly small space? [more inside]
posted on Feb 18, 2008 - 17 answers

MA filter: Must I have fuse box access if I rent an apartment? [more inside]
posted on Feb 17, 2008 - 7 answers

I own a coop apartment in New Jersey. They don't allow any subletting at all. Is there any way to get around that? Just doing it and hoping I get away with it isn't an option because I have nosy neighbors who would probably rat me out.
posted on Feb 17, 2008 - 8 answers

Help me find a room in Queens or Brooklyn.. [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2008 - 5 answers

Where can I find a list of apartments that accept convicted felons in Dallas, TX? APT locators have been no help.
posted on Feb 2, 2008 - 6 answers

Woo hoo! Just one month left in my bad apartment. Since management now knows I'm not re-signing my lease for a second year, my apt. will need to be shown (by brokers) to potential new tenants this month. Are the brokers required to make appointments with me, or can they show up whenever they want? If they knock without notice am I required to let them in? [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2008 - 7 answers