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A Bedroom for your Child
Fun things to make your child's bedroom a great place to play....
Apartment Homeownership schemes
A guide to getting that first step onto the housing ladder....
Bring the Outside in: Indoor Gardens
A guide to creating and maintaining indoor plants....
Communal Gardens: Living in an Apartment
How to create and look after a communal garden....
Coping with Living Alone
A guide to coping with living on your own for the first time....
Create a Sitting Room - Diner in Your Living Area
Take the living area within your apartment and transform it into a sitting room diner. This will enable you to make full use of your space and to show that you have a flexible home....
Creating a Comfortable Living Space
Some simple steps towards creating that perfect living space...
Creating an Office in Your Apartment
These days lots of us work from home - but doing so in an apartment can be tricky. You need to plan the creation of your office so you can really get the best from what limited space you have....
Dealing with Noise in Apartment Blocks
Some quick tips on how to deal with noise pollution in your new apartment...
Dealing with the Council
A quick guide to dealing with your local council and which departments you should contact....
Decorating an Apartment on a budget
some handy tips to help decorate your new apartment on a budget...
Find the Right Mortgage for an Apartment Purchase
how to find the best mortgage to suit your needs...
Finding a Room Mate
A guide to finding the perfect room mate....
Finding your Perfect Apartment
A guide to finding the perfect place to live...
Furnishing your Apartment
The basic steps to take when furnishing your new apartment...
Getting Apartment Insurance
how to find the right insurance for your needs...
Getting the Best Apartment Location
a guide to finding the best location to live in...
Getting to Know Your Neighbours
A quick guide to getting to know your neighbours...
Give Your Apartment a Green Makeover
You want to give your apartment a new look but you want to be environmentally friendly too. There are all sorts of steps you can take that will help you achieve both at the same time....
Herb Gardening in your Apartment
Top tips for growing your first herb garden....
Hosting a Housewarming Party
Top tips for hosting the perfect housewarming party...
How to Maximise Your Hall Space
A hall must be the trickiest place of all to make over but there is plenty you can do to maximise your use of it, particularly in an apartment....
Interior Decorating for Cat Owners
Some top tips for decorating your apartment if you have a cat....
Interview With a Gardener: Growing Vegetables on a Balcony
We interview gardener Jean Sinclair to find out how to grow vegetables when you live in an apartment....
Interview With a Vet: Best Dogs for Apartment Living
Many of us are dog lovers but if we live in an apartment what should we bear in mind before taking one on?...
Joining a Car Share Scheme
A few ways to cut down your transport costs....
Living in an Apartment With a Toddler: A Case Study
Living with a toddler can be hard work at the best of times. But it can be tougher still when you are in apartment. Yet one family from Edinburgh love their apartment life....
Looking After Communal Areas
A guide to looking after communal areas in and around your apartment...
Looking for Value in an Apartment
How to make sure that you find the apartment that will be of most value to you....
Make Over Your Bathroom on a Budget
If you live in an apartment and want to give your bathroom a make over then you can do it on a budget. There are all sorts of tricks to achieving a completely new look....
Make Over Your Kitchen on a Budget
Making over a kitchen can give your apartment a whole new feel - and it doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Here are a few ideas to get you started if you want to give your kitchen a different feel...
Make the Most of your Apartment Space
a guide to making the most of the space in your apartment...
Make the Most of your Grocery Shopping
Top tips on how to make the most of your grocery shop....
Make Your Apartment Energy Efficient
Top tips for making your apartment energy efficient - and save you money too....
Making the Most of your Balcony
Top tips for creating the perfect outdoor space....
Moving with a Pet
How to make sure your pet is OK on moving day...
New Build Apartments vs Period Conversions
debating the differences between new build and period apartments...
Protecting your Deposit on an Apartment
Some simple steps to ensure you get your security deposit back....
Protecting Your Pet from Household Dangers
Household items to watch out for if you have a pet...
Putting your Stuff in Storage
How to rent a storage unit, the costs, security and how to access it in the future...
Questionnaire: How Green is Your Apartment?
You live in an apartment and you are keen to do your bit for the environment. Take this test to find out how green your home is already and what steps you could take to make your apartment greener....
Questionnaire: Stay, Move or Improve?
Sometimes it's hard to decide whether to stay in your apartment, move home or improve your living space. Try this questionnaire for guidance in making the right decision....
Questions to Ask Before you Sign a Lease
The final things to find out before you sign the contract for your new place...
Questions to Ask When you Rent
An outline of the questions you should ask before you rent an apartment...
Questions to Ask your Mortgage Advisor
top ten questions to ask your mortgage adviser...
Researching your Location
A quick guide to researching your ideal location....
Reviewing Your Lease
Top tips to improve your rental agreement 12 months on...
Reviewing your Service and Management Charges
How to review or dispute your monthly service charge....
Setting up your Utilities When you Move
A guide to sorting out utilities in your new apartment....
Should you Rent or Buy an Apartment?
a closer look at the advantages and disadvantages of renting vs buying...
Space Saving Solutions for an Apartment Playroom
Storing toys in any home can be tricky but if you live in an apartment it can be a real problem. Here are some space saving solutions for an apartment playroom....
Staying Safe in your Apartment
A quick guide to staying safe in your apartment...
Staying Safe in your Neighbourhood
A few quick steps to make sure you stay safe in your neighbourhood....
Storage Solutions for Apartments
How to find that extra storage space....
The Art of Apartment Feng Shui
A closer look at how to feng shui your new apartment....
The Art of Snagging
A definition of what snagging is and how a good snag report can save new homeowners money and heartache...
The Benefits of City Living
A quick look at the main advantages to living in a city...
Thinking about Sub-letting?
Handy tips to help you through the process of sub-letting your apartment....
Top Apartment DIY Tips
Top tips to make sure your DIY doesn't turn sour....
Top Tips for Recycling in an Apartment
We all want to recycle as much as possible but it isn't always easy when space is at a premium and there's a journey to make to the recycling bin. Here are a few top tips for recycling in an apartment...
Unusual Apartment Pets
Picking out an unusual pet for your new apartment....
We Converted Our Attic to Create a Duplex: A Case Study
Living in the top floor apartment of an old house meant one family who needed extra space was able to expand upwards. Converting the attic allowed them to create a duplex....
We Turned a Cupboard Into a Bedroom: A Case Study
When little Molly Travis was born there was no bedroom for her to have in her parents' apartment. So they used their creativity and transformed a large, walk-in cupboard into an extra room....
What to Look for Before Moving into an Apartment
A guide to spotting potential problems with your new home...
Window Boxes: The Basics
Simple steps to creating the perfect window box for your new apartment....
Work Out Public Transport Near your New Apartment
A guide to public transport in your new area....
Your New Apartment: Help on Moving Day
The essential checklist to ensure a smooth and stress free moving day...