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Are you finding yourself wanting to reconnect with your partner, or further your connection? Date nights are always helpful, where you are able to spend time together and experience adventures. However, date nights in New York winters can be difficult. So, why not stay home? These 10 at-home date night ideas from Albany Lofts will give you and your partner time to reconnect while having an adventure. 1. Take a Walk Together Take…
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Whether you moved into a new place with more bedrooms than you need, or you’ve found yourself with a vacancy because your kids have grown and gone, or your roommate got married and moved out – this is a good problem to have! While the obvious solution is to turn it into a guest bedroom, what about when no one is visiting? Seems like a waste of a perfectly good space, right? Check out these…
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The upscale apartment lifestyle isn’t just for millennials and urban professionals anymore. More and more empty nesters and seniors are leaving suburbia for luxury spaces that also offer the added allure of on-site amenities and a downtown Albany, NY atmosphere. Are you considering a move to Albany? Here are just a few reasons why Albany Lofts at One Broadway should be your choice for the next phase of your life. Consider these Reasons for Living…
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Dogs are family, and many of us can agree that they are often the best members of the family—and the messiest. When living in a pet friendly apartment, cleaning up after your four-legged best friend can be stressful when you think about getting deposits back at the end of your lease. With these top five tips on how to keep things clean around your dog-friendly apartment, you’ll be sure to stress a lot less while…
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Searching for a pet-friendly apartment in downtown Albany, NY? As it turns out, not all pet-friendly apartments are created equal! Just because an apartment allows your four-legged friend doesn’t mean its policies or accommodations are, too. Located just 1.5 miles from downtown Albany, Albany Lofts at One Broadway is a pet haven that welcomes a variety of traditional and non-traditional pets with the amenities to match. Don’t believe us? Find out for yourself below! Our…
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If you’re a kid, one of the best things about fall is Halloween. After all, what’s not to love about a holiday that encourages dressing up in costume and asking for candy? For families living in the Albany Lofts at One Broadway, there’s another bonus – you don’t have to brave the cold or rain to enjoy this Halloween tradition. In fact, we think you’ll find apartment trick or treating at the Albany Lofts is…
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Considering a security deposit on an Albany apartment is usually equivalent to one or two months of rent, getting it back when you move out is pretty important. Here are a few things that you can do as a tenant to help ensure you do not lose your security deposit when you move out. Read Your Lease It may sound obvious, but you should never sign a lease without reading it first. And, if there…
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For many apartment dwellers, unwanted noise is a fact of life. Whether it is the traffic noise outside, sound of tenants walking around above you, or the neighbor’s dog barking at all hours of the night, the unwanted noise can be maddening. On the flip-side, perhaps you want to avoid getting on your neighbors bad side when you want to practice your instrument. Whatever the reason, there are some simple soundproofing hacks for your apartment…
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Owning a home has long been associated with the American Dream, but the truth is, homeownership is simply not for everyone. While renting was once reserved for young people just starting out, or older folks looking to downsize, it’s actually the preferred choice for people from all walks of life these days. Before you rush out to secure a mortgage, consider these 5 benefits of renting a luxury Albany apt vs. buying a home. 1….
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You are on the hunt for your first Albany, NY apartment. This is an exciting time in your life. Perhaps it is your first time living out on your own and you are searching for the perfect studio or one bedroom apartment. Or maybe you are relocating your family for a new job and are deciding between a two or three bedroom floor plan. Whatever the reason, before you start your search it is best…
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Store Away Winter Bulky winter clothes take up a lot of space, so switch out your wardrobe and move those chunky sweaters and winter coats into storage. This goes for your linens, too. Exchange your sofa’s flannel throw for a chenille one, and change out heavy winter comforters for lighter-weight blankets and sheets. Bonus: Flip your mattress. Dust, Mop & Vacuum Even if you do these things as part of your regular cleaning routine, now…
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Even if you decide to go out for Valentine’s Day, decorate your apartment to create a romantic and relaxing place to walk into when you get home. Use rose petals, red pillows, flowers, pre-made decorations or homemade decorations. Decorate the Bedroom Add several red and pink throw pillows to the bed. This looks great if you have a black bedspread. Form a heart out of rose petals on the space that is not occupied by…
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When it comes to roommates, we often hear more about the drawbacks than the upsides. But what are the benefits of apartment sharing? Apartment Sharing in Albany, NY: Benefits 1. Someone knows you get home at night So, you’re faced with the decision of whether to live on your own or look for roommates. The deciding factor probably isn’t whether or not you can afford to live alone, but rather do you want to live…
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Getting locked out happens. Maybe you forget your keys somewhere, maybe your cat is upset that you changed her kitty litter, or maybe you are even having a run on bad luck and lock them in the car while it’s sitting in your parking lot. So close… yet so far. Luckily for those of us with no luck, there are some easy ways to get back in our apartments. 1. Make it Routine to Check…
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Moving can be a stressful experience. From packing and hiring movers to unpacking and figuring out how to fit all of your things into a new space, there are many challenges that come along with relocating. When it comes to moving, one of the biggest stresses often comes after you’ve settled in at your new place and realize you don’t know any of your neighbors. Finding yourself surrounded by people you’ve not yet met can…
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