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How to host a Christmas party in a small apartment – 7 pro tips! 

Eager to host a Christmas party in your small apartment but not sure how? These 7 tips will help you throw a cozy holiday party with without extra clean-up after.

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Getting furniture for your apartment 

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Apartment life: 11 Do’s and don’ts for your pets

How to keep your apartment pet and your landlord happy

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How to save money and budget for holiday shopping

You don’t have to go over budget on your holiday shopping to have a fulfilling holiday. Learn how to spend less while maximizing joy this holiday season.

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$10 renter friendly storage hacks

Feeling frustrated that you’ve accumulated a bit of a mess?  Blame it on quarantine or the rain 😏.  Whatever the reason, apartments just never seem to have enough storage for all of our things, and we start feeling a little crowded in our own homes. That’s why we here at Roost decided it was time to hunt down some super cheap, super friendly storage hacks to give everything we own a home.

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Genius front door decor ideas for the holidays

If you’re like us here at Roost, you love the holidays, love decorating for the holidays, love going to holiday parties, love, well, you get the point. And this year, we’re taking our holiday love and wrapping it around our apartment front doors. Apartment front door decor can be tricky sometimes with limited space, lack of outlets, and landlords that don’t appreciate nails or permanent damage to their property.

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How to clean your apartment in 30 min or less

Cleaning hacks that even your mother would approve

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9 Space-saving kitchen gadgets for every apartment

Get the best space-saving kitchen gadgets for your apartment. From collapsible utensils to magnetic bottle holders, protect every bit of open space you have.

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Best no liner needed shower curtains

Easy-to-install shower curtains for a tidier bathroom

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5 ways to make your apartment more secure

Safety tips for apartment, house and condo renters

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Best mattress in a box for 2022

How to choose the best mattress for your new apartment

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Working from home with a roommate tips

Your roommate is now your co-worker. What can you do to make sure you get along and get work done too?

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18 Cleaning kit essentials for every renter

Essential cleaning supplies for keeping your apartment sparkling clean and sanitary

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Best and cheapest cell phone plans of 2022

Finding the right cell phone doesn’t have to be hard. Take a look at our best and cheapest cell phone plans compared.

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15 of our favorite essentials for your dog

Dog supplies to help you keep your home clean and your apartment dog happy

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Space-saving bike racks for apartments

Genius bicycle rack solutions

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9 Best removable (and affordable) wallpaper for your apartment

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12 essential cat supplies for apartment living

Keeping your cat happy, keeps everyone happy

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12 ways to hang pictures without leaving a hole

Make your apartment feel like home, even without tools

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7 Best espresso machines under $200 in 2022

Getting your espresso fix without breaking the bank

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10 best plants for balconies

Low-maintenance plants for greening up your apartment balcony

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Soundproofing your pad

Easy ways to create a soundproof apartment

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How to choose a cell phone plan

Looking for a new cell phone plan?  Before you choose a new cell phone plan find out what you need to know, what to ask and how to negotiate a discount. 

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11 Items you need to set up a home office in your apartment

We know that finding a dedicated space to do your work-from-home may take some creativity. No matter how big or small, here are our top picks for what to include to make your experience as productive and pleasant as it can be!

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13 Ways to save on your cell phone bill

If you’re like most people, cell phones are a necessity rather than a luxury. We use cell phones to navigate, to pay our bills, for work, banking, and to keep in touch with our loved ones.

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Buying a mattress together?

Finding a mattress you like is hard enough, but when you have to factor in a partner’s wants and needs things can become even more difficult.

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