The fine layer of dust that appears in your rented apartment can be frustrating as well as unhealthy if you have allergies. The first step to making your rental unit healthier is to understand how the dust forms and what you need to tell your landlord. To determine if there...

Summer heat doesn't have to turn your home into an oven. The difference between a stuffy, uncomfortable space and a cool retreat often comes down to a few simple habits rather than expensive upgrades or cranking the air conditioning to maximum. Whether you're working with a reliable AC system or...

The process of purchasing an apartment in a new development often starts long before there is anything to tour. Buyers select from plans and renderings — not completed spaces. New developments are also particularly appealing in the US, as it means apartments have up-to-date building codes requiring less early maintenance with good energy...