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The beginning of the year is the perfect time for goal setting. According to a December 2020 survey, 59 percent of people ages 18 to 34 said they already had a goal planned for 2021.  Among those surveyed, some of the top goals include being healthier physically and...

The pet-owning community in the US is very large. Did you know that more than 70 percent of apartment renters own pets? Which makes sense, as pets are one of the joys of life! But owning a pet is not always easy as a renter. It can be very difficult to find apartments...

The holiday season is upon us, bringing festivities and fun-filled memories. Nothing brings more delight than the first day of winter weather, a delicious roast turkey, cookies baking in the oven, or holiday lights twinkling outside. The holiday season is full of joy,...

Life is full of big decisions, not the least of which is where to call home. From the time you leave the comfort of living with your parents, you are faced with finding the right place of your own. Is renting an apartment right for you, or should you find a house to...

Hot summer days are all the excuse needed to treat yourself to an overflowing scoop of cold ice cream. With indoor dining closed due to pandemic restrictions, you can still enjoy a cold, creamy treat in Montebello. If you don’t feel like ordering takeout from Baskin...

Did you make improving your credit score a goal for 2020? Paying your rent online can help! In a 2017 study, TransUnion tracked the credit scores of 12,000 renters who reported their rent payments to credit bureaus over the course of a year. They found that the...

We are very busy people. Between the time we spend at work, taking classes, maintaining the household, running errands, and helping others, it can be challenging to find time for ourselves and each other. A study by H&R Block discovered people average less than...

Have you heard of the Ocean Conservancy? Every year, they invite people all around the world to join their beach cleanup community service event. Over the past 30 years, volunteers from 153 countries have collected more than 220 million pounds of trash. Similar to the...

Have you ever had those days when your mood feels a little lower than usual? It’s not just Mondays that can get you down. Things like stress, health, money concerns, and even relationships can take a toll on your positive outlook on life. When they do, here are three...

Did you know that the Great Barrier Reef has lost half its coral since 2016? What used to be a colorful ecosystem of marine and plant wildlife is slowly losing its vibrance. While there are many contributors, sunscreen is one item that bleaches coral and hurts our...