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The housing market is stagnating right now and real estate brokers would have potential buyers believe that there is no better time than the present to buy a home. It is true, prices are down and mortgage rates are at all-time lows.

Unfortunately for the real estate brokers, many clients are not persuaded by that logic. Instead, in increasing numbers, they are choosing to rent instead of buy — unconvinced that the housing market has yet hit bottom. Would be buyers also understand that unless you plan to stay in your home for more than 10 years, buying a home may not be the right investment for everyone.

With apartments in Lexington Park, MD , located near the Patuxent River Naval Air Station and St. Mary’s College, offering apartment amenities that can’t be found in homes, renting is a great option for many. There is also a broad mix of tenants at Abberly Crest Apartment homes: young single residents and families and empty-nesters that no longer have homeownership on their wish list.

For information on beautiful one-, two-, and three bedroom apartments in Lexington Park, MD contact Abberly Crest.

At our apartments in Lexington Park, MD the fall season is about to start. Cooler weather is about to cause us to spend more time indoors. Do you want to do some fall redecorating in your apartment home? Here are some apartment decorating ideas that will not break the bank.

Fresh paint-  For minimal money you can dramatically change any room’s appearance with paint and a few basic supplies. Pulling a vibrant color from a room’s patterned upholstery or rug and putting it on the walls can have a dramatic effect.

Throw rugs -  Now is the time to think about what the floors will feel like on chilly mornings. Roll up or throw down a rug as the seasons change. A soft area rug could really pull all the colors together in a room, and reduce echoes from hardwoods and tile.
 
Add Fabric -  Fabric can really brighten up a one-,  two-, or three bedroom apartment.  Plain sofas can be livened up with patterned pillows. New place mats are a great way to change the presentation of a meal. Pair a contrasting color or a pattern with plain plates. Dining room chairs or bar stools can be recovered for a whole new look.

Add photos to the wall -  Use family photos and mismatched frames to fill a blank wall space in a family room or hallway. Lay them out on the floor and make a grid. Play with the design until it feels balanced and looks good. If you have trouble following the pattern, make paper bag cut-outs of the same pictures and tape them to the wall for the placement of the frames.

New Hand Towels - New towels and a bath mat in can give your bathroom a whole  new look.

Have fun making some colorful changes in your apartment homes at Abberly Crest.

Rent is usually the biggest item on everyone’s budget. The average American renter spends about 35% of their gross income on rent and rent-related expenses. Fortunately, you don’t have to break the bank to keep a roof over your head in an apartment in Lexington Park, MD. Here are some simple ways to save money when renting.

Have Roommates
A great way to save money on rent is to have a roommate. Find a couple roommates. Living with roommates is much cheaper than renting your one bedroom apartment.

DIY Decorating
Make your apartment feel like a home by decorating frugally. If you enjoy photography, grab your camera and go take some pictures. Then use them as decorations around your apartment.

Inexpensive Furnishing
When you start the process of furnishing your apartment, take advantage of sites such as Freecycle or Craigslist to find inexpensive but nice furniture. Also, reach out to family and friends who may be trying to get rid of their unwanted furniture. There is no reason to buy new furniture for your place when you can save money by taking advantage of other people’s unwanted treasures.

Share Food Bills With Your Roommate
With the price of groceries rising, a great way to save money is to share food with your roommate. Invest in a membership to Sam’s Club or Costco, set up shopping days with your roommates, and buy in bulk and split the bill. Or, switch off cooking dinner every night. Cooking for more than one tends to be less expensive than making one meal at a time.

Watch Your Utilities
Utilities can add up quickly and be a total budget drainer. When leaving a room, turn off the lights. Don’t leave the water running when you are brushing your teeth. Invest in energy efficient lighting. By making small changes to your utility usage, you can save big time.

Take Advantage of Apartment Facilities
Abberly Crest has a beautiful gym onsite. Cancel your monthly gym membership! There is no need to spend money on outside facilities when you can use onsite facilities included in your rent.

Original article – US News Money