10 Insider Tips for Finding an Apartment in Chicago
TL;DR: To find an apartment in Chicago, compare floor plan layouts, total monthly costs, lease terms, heating and cooling, and access to transit and…
Exploring Nashville: Where to Enjoy Nashville’s Most Unique Cocktails
Best Unique Cocktails in Nashville With its intrepid food and beverage scene, Nashville is no stranger to the craft of developing menus to lure…
What Makes a 5-Star High-Rise Living Experience?
TL;DR – A great high-rise living experience depends less on flashy amenities and more on the fundamentals: a strong in-unit experience, responsive management, and…
Is Real Estate a Good Part-Time Job?
Can you Sell Real Estate Part Time? Challenges In short, becoming a part-time real estate agent in traditional buy and sell markets is possible, but challenging. Why?…
A Roundup of 2023’s Hottest New Apartments in Austin
Many developers started new building projects a few years ago when lower interest rates made the proposition a more attractive option. In 2023, those…
Tips for First-Time Apartment Renters
This guest post comes from our friends over at 365 Business. After reading their tips for first-time renters here, check out more of their…
A Roundup of 2023’s Hottest New Apartments in Denver
Many new apartment buildings opened across the US in 2023 as developments begun a few years ago in a more favorable economy were completed….
Brand New Apartments in Austin, TX
So, you packed up the boxes, loaded the U-Haul, and are ready to embark on the great adventure of moving to Austin, Texas. This…
Do You Pay Apartment Locators?
Apartment Locators Are Free You pay nothing, zip, zilch for AptAmigo’s apartment locating service. It’s 100% free! Sounds too good to be true, right?…
A Roundup of 2023’s Hottest New Apartments in Chicago
2023 saw the emergence of numerous new apartment buildings as the projects that developers began a few years back when interest rates were lower…
Our Mission & Why
Quality Real Estate Services AptAmigo brings quality real estate services to the rental market, specializing in the best luxury apartments in major cities across…
The Ultimate Chicago Neighborhood Guide
TL;DR – Chicago’s best neighborhood depends on your priorities, from West Loop dining and River North nightlife to Lincoln Park’s green spaces and South…
Nashville’s Best Rooftop Restaurant: White Limozeen
On average, Nashville sees around 200 sunny days a year. Where better to spend them than at a rooftop restaurant with sweeping views of…
Inside Scoop: Flaws of the Rental Industry
Best Luxury Apartments in Austin, TX
When it comes to luxury, cities like New York City and Los Angeles come to mind first. However, we suggest adding Austin to your…
What Has Been Missing from Real Estate?
Real estate agents love seeing the joy on clients’ faces as they sign the paperwork on their new homes. Helping people navigate this major…
The #1 Denver Neighborhood Guide
TL;DR – Denver’s best neighborhoods for renters depend on lifestyle, commute, budget, and preferred vibe, from nightlife-heavy LoDo and RiNo to polished Cherry Creek,…
Work-From-Home Real Estate Jobs
Few companies can claim immunity from the growing trend of remote work, and the pandemic has only accelerated work-from-home adoption across industries, including in…
Using a Rental Locator Service: How It Works
TL;DR: A rental locator service simplifies apartment hunting by learning your priorities, recommending suitable buildings, scheduling tours, and helping you compare your options. AptAmigo…
Best Real Estate Jobs With No Experience Required
If breaking into real estate sounds like a daunting task to you, that’s probably because of the industry’s reputation for placing high barriers to…
How to Relocate in 7 Days or Less
How to Relocate to Another City Quickly We’ve all experienced the pain and panic of apartment searching, but our client Collin found himself on…
Apartment Locator Salary
TL;DR – Apartment locator salaries vary based on market, commission structure, licensing, lead volume, and company support, but experienced apartment locators can build a…
Why Move to Denver?
TL;DR – Denver appeals to people considering a move because it combines a diverse job market, extensive outdoor recreation, major-airport connectivity, and urban amenities….
AptAmigo Is the Best Place to Start a Career in Real Estate
Real estate is a well-known and highly sought-after industry. It entices career seekers with its overall stability, wide selection of job types, and the…
Is Renting an Apartment Without Seeing It First a Good Idea?
“It can take 30+ hours to scour rental websites, set up tours, review leases, and provide personal information for character and background checks.” It…
What Is an Apartment Locator?
Apartments Vs. Condos: A Comparison
TL;DR – The main difference between apartments and condos comes down to ownership and management: apartments are usually managed by a property company with…
Moving to Austin, Texas: Things to Know
What to Know Before Moving to Austin, TX If you enjoy great food, friendly people, comfortable weather, and a lively culture, consider moving to…
The Future of Moving: Bellhop and AptAmigo
Anyone who has experienced the burden of moving on their own knows it’s a stressful and time-consuming process. From finding a new place to…
Exploring Nashville: Best Hot Chicken in Nashville
Nashville hot chicken is so popular that you can find it in cities all over America—but if you really want to taste the heat,…
5 Reasons Why You Should Move To Dallas
Dallas has undoubtedly become one of the most talked-about cities in the U.S in recent years. For multiple years in a row, the Dallas…
Cost of Living in Nashville, TN
Is It Expensive to Live in Nashville? Want to move to Nashville? AptAmigo can help you find an apartment that fits your budget. We…
What Is the Cost of Living in Austin, TX?
Planning a move to a new city involves thinking about more than just a location’s nightlife and weather. Moving involves some not so glamorous…
Coworking Spaces Proving To Be an Essential Apartment Amenity
Nashville’s social club and apartment community, Kenect, was built for today’s ‘new normal’ with incomparable coworking and social spaces for residents and members. Over…
How to Unpack Your Essentials In One Day (Yes, Really)
TL;DR – The fastest way to unpack in one day is to focus on essentials first: clean the apartment, set up the kitchen and…
Is Austin a Good Place to Live?
So, is Texas’ quirkiest city a good place to live? The short answer: absolutely! For the long answer, keep reading. The people in ATX…
When Is the Best Time to Start Looking for an Apartment?
TL;DR – Start looking for an apartment about 10 weeks before your move, and begin comparing available units and scheduling tours around 60 days…
Best Apartment Co-working Spaces in Denver
COVID-19 restrictions brought about new normals for many of us, including working from home. Transitioning from a workplace to a structured home office environment…
Best Apartment Co-working Spaces in Chicago
Even a few years out, we all still feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in one way or another. Many people who transitioned…
Best Apartment Views in Denver
TL;DR – The best apartment views in Denver come from luxury buildings with clear sightlines to the Rocky Mountains, downtown skyline, parks, rivers, and…
7 Best Pet-Friendly Apartments in Denver
Denver is a city full of dog-lovers. We know you care about the quality of your pet’s life at home, so we surveyed our…
Denver Apartments Near the Light Rail
If you dream of big city living complete with straightforward, affordable public transit commutes, look no further. The following list of Denver apartments near…
The Best Studio Apartments Denver Has to Offer
Studio apartments are often the unsung heroes of the rental world. They offer residents a minimalist approach to daily life in large cities, while…
Chicago Apartments Near the Blue Line
Looking for apartments near Blue Line Chicago stations? Look no further. Whether you use public transportation to get to work or to go to…
A Day in the Life of a Touring Agent
AptAmigo’s Touring Agents (TAs) develop many skills on the job. From communication and adaptability under pressure, to time management and organization, these skills provide…
Best Pet-Friendly Chicago Apartments
Find pet-friendly Chicago apartments with dog parks, dog runs, and amenities for your pets in Downtown, The Loop, Printer’s Row, River North, and more….
What Skills Do Touring Agents Learn on the Job?
Wondering what a Touring Agent does? Start with our introductory articles on What Is a Touring Agent? and Why Should I Become a Touring…
The Best Luxury Apartments in Chicago
As the third-largest metropolitan city in the United States, Chicago boasts 32 Fortune 500 companies, a population of 2.7 million, and an abundance of…
The Best Luxury Apartments in Denver
TL;DR – Denver’s best luxury apartments include The Confluence, Parq on Speer, Acoma, The Quincy, St. Paul Collection, and AMLI Riverfront Green. Compare their…
How Apartment Locator Jarred Masso Tripled His Earnings in Less Than 3 Months
Our apartment locators achieve success every day at AptAmigo. To uncover the secrets behind their accomplishments, we interviewed some of our best and brightest…
Why Crystal Jaramillo Switched from Traditional Real Estate to Apartment Locating
Our apartment locators achieve success every day at AptAmigo. To uncover the secrets behind their accomplishments, we interviewed some of our best and brightest…
Love Real Estate, but Want to Make More Money Doing It? Consider Apartment Locating.
Our apartment locators achieve success every day at AptAmigo. To uncover the secrets behind their accomplishments, we interviewed some of our best and brightest…
How to Deal with Difficult Clients in Real Estate
It happens only rarely, but you will encounter them in every sales role in every industry – difficult clients. Most often, the challenges that…
How to Survive Chicago in the Winter
If you’re planning to move to Chicago, those rumored winters might strike fear into your heart. But don’t worry. Our essential tips for surviving…
Exploring Chicago: Where to Find Italian Groceries
Chicago makes Italian-at-home nights feel effortless when you know where to shop. A quick market run can cover the fun stuff (salumi, cheeses, wine),…
Why Do Millennials & Gen Z Rent for Longer?
Housing is a basic necessity that involves a lot of decision-making, such as whether to rent an apartment or buy a home. The right…
AptAmigo Makes Inc. 5000 List for 2nd Year in a Row
AptAmigo Ranks 1,341 Out of 5,000 on 2022 Inc. 5000 List For the second year running, AptAmigo celebrates its placement on Inc. magazine’s 2022 Inc. 5000 list….
How to Save Money by Cutting Costs on Your Monthly Phone Bill
Want more control over your phone bill? You can save money on your cell phone with a prepaid plan. Prepaid Bill can tell you…
Why Houses and Apartments Are So Expensive Right Now
We’ve all felt the burden of rising prices over the past few years, but few industries have skyrocketed like the prices of homes and…
How the Multifamily Industry Is Changing
A career in multifamily real estate can feel exciting and challenging, especially when experts project the industry to grow between $475 to $500 billion…
