By Colleen Ford
Spruce up your balcony or patio with some hardy outdoor plants!
AMLI Blog | Living Apartment Life
By Jason Ernst
Summer is the most pleasant time of year for family bonding. But many summertime activities that capture kids’ attention are far from cheap. And as your family grows, “the more, the merrier” can feel as if it’s being replaced by “the more, the more outrageously expensive.” Here are some tips you can use to keep expenses from getting in the way of your family fun this summer. Take advantage of free city events Most cities and towns host or sponsor more free events during summer than at any other time of year. Check calendars on local government websites for free […]
By Jason Ernst
Even the most beautiful summer evenings can be made better with a well-mixed cocktail or two. Thanks in part to the popularity of the hit series Mad Men, retro cocktails have been wildly popular over the past several years. The Moscow Mule and Old Fashioned are two summer cocktails that have made colossal comebacks in various forms. While these favorites will be ordered time and time again at bars across the country between now and Labor Day, there are dozens of other contenders for 2016’s best summer cocktails. Colorado cooler Rainier cherries, lemon juice, celery bitters, and simple syrup give […]
By The AMLI Team
So you just moved to a new city. All of your stuff is at your fancy new place, you got the internet hooked up, and maybe you’ve even learned the best route to take to work. Chances are your new city has some great opportunities for enjoying the outdoors, maybe that’s even why you moved there in the first place, but getting outside in a new city can be a daunting task. Especially if you don’t know anyone. Here are 10 ways to get outside and how to meet people in your new city (once you’re done unpacking all those […]
By Jason Ernst
Summer has just begun, but many parts of the country have already been baked by triple-digit temperatures on several consecutive days. If you don’t want to hide away in your air-conditioned apartment the next time an unbearably hot weekend rolls around, here are some ways to cool down after some time under the heat of the sun. Take a Dip One of the fastest and most fun ways to cool down during a midsummer heat wave is to immerse yourself in water. Your apartment pool, a local waterpark, and the nearest beach are a few places you can enjoy this pleasure. Indulge in an […]
By Kara Masterson
Living in a small space can have many challenges. But with creativity and clever use of storage units, you can still organize a little home space into a comfortable residence providing multiple uses.
By Jason Ernst
For many of us who toil away at the office all day, one of the best outlets for breaking up the monotony of daily life is to let our creative side shine. Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy. If you like to paint, draw, write, sing, play an instrument, or partake in any other creative endeavors, here are some practices that can help you find your creative flow.
By Jason Ernst
Memorial Day is just over two weeks away. How will you celebrate the unofficial start of summer? If you’re thinking about rounding up the troops for a barbecue and pool party at your apartment, here’s a checklist that can prepare you to be a great host and have a good time.
In 1990, there were just over 6,000 people living in Frisco. Today, the north Dallas suburb has more than 150,000 residents and is a thriving city with attractions and appeal in its own right. If you want an apartment life filled with convenience and luxury, be sure to check out some of the newest Stonebriar apartments at AMLI Frisco Crossing. Here’s a taste of what you can enjoy as a resident.
By Jason Ernst
They’re safety hazards. They’re eyesores. Cords and wires are the bane of many an apartment dweller’s existence. Unfortunately, they’re still necessary for the operation of many of the devices we regularly use today. In order to live a life with the cords and wires you need, but without constant reminders they’re there, follow these tips for keeping their presence in your apartment hush-hush.
By Jason Ernst
It’s probably safe to assume a majority of Americans dread Tax Day, year after year after year. Even if you’re scrambling to file your taxes before the deadline, make an effort to be as thorough as possible. You don’t have to be a homeowner to qualify for a host of nice deductions related to the way you use or furnish your home. To adopt a mindset that can help you recall and record all of your deductible expenses this year, examine these commonly overlooked tax deductions.