Now that late spring is here, and we’re in the middle of peak rental season, it’s time to make sure you’re doing everything possible to get the new digs set up right. Beyond buying the right stuff to deck out your interior and changing your mailing address over to the new spot’s, you need to make sure ALL your stuff is protected ...
Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner. That means backyard barbecues, shore trips, and that coveted extra day off from work. It's the national holiday that signifies the not-so-official start of the summer season. People across the nation pack their trunks up and head to shore points far and wide to enjoy themselves for the long ...
Last fall, Allstate joined up with WYL to spread the word about the need for renters’ insurance amongst millennials. The premise was simple: over 80% of our user base are considered millennial renters and they all have a good amount of stuff that needs protection from unforseen disasters like a fire or burglary. We’re not a company ...
Spring is the best time to travel. Plane tickets are typically less (kids are still in school and families aren't planning major vacations), the weather is starting to turn, and if you're anything like me, you're starting to feel cooped up from being inside all winter. If you're planning a quick jaunt, there's absolutely no need to overp ...
Anytime you are making a serious business deal, or disputing a legality it’s imperative to know your rights as well as the rights of the opposing party. It’s pretty stupid not to in 2015. Think about it. We have an infinite amount of resources sitting at our fingertips on a 24/7 basis and yet we spend our time watching E! news hearing ...
Making upgrades to your rental definitely isn't the first thing on your mind, especially between work, school, family, relationships, and a little thing called a social life. If you own a rental property, it can be easy to let the upkeep of that space fall to the wayside. Doing so, however, can be detrimental to your renters, your status ...
Your pad. Your domicile. Your crib. Whatever you call it, the word always means the place in which you live. But when you walk into your apartment, does it just feel like a place to live, or does it actually feel like home? As they say, "home is where the heart is," and if your apartment is giving you less than cozy vibes, something's ...
Summer isn’t the only time power bills spike. Between holiday lights and furnace expenses, the dead of winter can be just as expensive. As a renter, however, you don’t want to break the bank making energy-efficient updates to an apartment you don’t own. The good news is you don’t have to be stuck with an unbearably high bill. R ...
After the dust of the festive season has settled and the last of the gingerbread house has been eaten, it’s time to think about moving on with your life. If you’re anything like us at Modernize, though, getting your apartment back in shape after the holiday blitz can feel like an insurmountable task. Check out this step-by-step guide ...
We all know what it feels like to sleep on the floor, on a couch, or on the $100 brick for a bed you had in college. All of that sucks. All of it. It’s the holiday season. It’s time to upgrade your goals, relationships, and your life necessities. 1.) Trade in That Brick for a ‘Cloud Wrapped in a Dream.’ We often forget how impor ...
Did your New Year’s resolutions fall short this year? Don’t worry, you’re not alone — 52% of resolution-makers were confident they’d achieve them; however, only 12% felt as if they were successful. Don’t get caught up in this cycle of self-sabotage; here’s a plan to help you set yourself up to meet and even exceed your ...
With the New Year approaching soon, you’ll have plenty to toast. Throwing a last-minute New Year’s Eve party? Whether it be a bash for 15 or a gathering with your roommates, a little extra sparkle will make your evening feel festive! Balloons, backdrops, bar carts and bubbly! Oh my! Here are some perfect ideas on how to get yo ...
