Considering Shared Housing: Facts and Benefits

Alcove is celebrating Pride Month this June and sheds light on the importance of housing discrimination for the LGBTQ+ community.

If you are a landlord or a property manager, you’ve likely noticed an uptick in the demand for studios and one bedrooms over the last few years. There are quite a few reasons this is taking place and it has put a hitch in an otherwise smooth-moving rental market. Currently, less people are looking at these units as they are either desiring their own place or simply can’t afford more than one bedroom. In addition to the limited rental pool, filling multi-bedroom apartment units with the right tenants is another piece of the puzzle. As daunting as it may seem, there are some tricks of the trade that can be used to keep your units filled and your rent payments rolling in.

Digging for information is not just for homebuyers. In fact, asking questions before signing a lease agreement to rent is a must. So, we’re going to give you a list of the top questions to ask a landlord before signing a lease agreement so you don’t end up in a sticky situation. While the US rental market is becoming more affordable, there’s no better time than now to rent. But make sure you have the right questions to ask when renting an apartment before signing any paperwork. Without getting all the information needed, you might end up renting somewhere that’s too good to be true.

From the fluctuations of the ever-changing U.S. economy, a very small number of metrics say how much the economy is growing. From the liberal 70s to the restless 00s, housing costs have gone through great changes, depriving the way we live and budget in our modernism. Let us make a chronological tour through the decades to reveal how the rent prices have grown here since then.

Workplace proximity has gained significant relevance in the contemporary world, where speed of life is the supreme factor. Your location may determine your industry, be it a healthcare professional, a business executive, or any other line of work. The advantages of proximity to your work, however, are not limited to mere convenience. The next few paragraphs will be devoted to unraveling the pride of place concept by intertwining the personal experiences of professionals who approached following affordability of proximity through platforms like Alcove. 

The quest for temporary living situations, especially when extended stays are the norm, is becoming more than just a necessity. Today, it's an adventure rife with choices that can define one's experience in new cities or during transitional periods. If you've found yourself in a situation where living arrangements are uncertain but you desire comfort and reliability, you're about to discover several options that offer more than your typical extended stay home.