Preferred Living Communities permit pet-loving folks to bring their fur-covered pals with them when they move in. If you're among the pet owner crowd, here are some helpful tips to consider that keep everyone happy (including your beloved animal)! Make sure you clear whatever pet you intend to bring with you with the landlords…
Living at a Preferred Living community means access to all kinds of wonderful amenities and also residing in a gorgeous apartment. It's sometimes hard to remember, even through all that time spent relaxing and entertaining, that you do actually share the building and surrounding area with others. Here are some tips on how to…
The Preferred Life may be all about beautifully modern, technologically savvy living spaces filled to the brim with amenities, but we also think it's very important to give back to the community. That's why Preferred Living owners Michael Kenney and Nick King have decided to give back to the places that helped shape their…
Moving can be an incredibly good excuse to spruce up your life and change things up. Since you’ve chosen to live the Preferred life, a lot of great amenities are already at your fingertips and you are most likely in a better position to decide what you need for your apartment. Being organized before…
Have you ever wondered about the main advantages to renting an apartment versus owning a home? Find out why renting is great and owning can wait! 1. Fewer reponsibilities Landlords or building superintendents make repairs and you can report complaints about appliances, HVAC systems, etc. to the management company. No need to hire and…
It’s hard to believe the summer has come to a close, but that doesn’t mean that the fun ends in Columbus this month. Here are the top 5 events you need to check out in September, and they’re all local! 1. Ohio State Buckeyes vs. San Diego State The Buckeyes square off with…
It’s easy to look at design blogs, magazines, your friends’ and relatives’ homes and think: “Wow, I would sure love to do something like that, but I don’t have time!” Here are some day-long projects that will spruce up your place in NO time at all! Painting your furniture instead of your walls. You might…
Residents of Columbus get to enjoy a rare balance: easy access to natural beauty and small-town charm, coupled with big-city amenities, like great shopping and innovative cuisine. And speaking of cuisine, four new restaurants have recently opened in the Columbus area and demand at least a small taste. 1. PHILCO This concept restaurant from Randy…
The beautiful weather may be inspiring you to plan a get-together with friends and loved ones. Why not go the extra mile to create a themed experience for your guests? It can help narrow down the planning options and create fond memories for everyone who attends! Here are five awesome theme ideas for your parties…
Lounging by the pool and partying with your friends in the summer is a lot of fun, but why not use some of your spare time to volunteer? Columbus offers many character-building, community-driven opportunities for those looking to give back. Here are a few: Be a youth mentor. The Village Network is a local organization dedicated…