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Once you’re settled (and the spoons and towels have found their places, too), spend some time establishing yourself as a more permanent resident. Save yourself a possible headache later and consider these tasks:


• If you haven’t met your new neighbors yet, approach them at an appropriate wtime with light conversation like, “What’s the best place for pizza around here?” It’ll be easier to ask for a cup of sugar if you’ve already laid the ground- work for camaraderie.


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• Research local doctors and dentists, and set up appointments. • If you moved during the summer, try out alternate transportation routes so that when the first snowfall or rain- storm comes, you won’t be stuck look- ing for alternative routes.


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We hope you enjoy your new home and the great neighborhood that comes with it.


Time-saving Devices for Stress-free Apartment Living


In this economy, many people are on the lookout for ways to save room, time and money in their homes. Here is a list of some of the best finds to make your apartment easier to live in, as well as more fun. Some are really useful and some are just, well, cool. Read on and discover which of these unique finds could liven up your space.


IN THE KITCHEN


Under-counter Hooks—Buy some inexpen- sive hooks to hang under a cabinet. You can easily store mugs, spoons or potholders on them to clear up clutter in your cupboards and drawers.


Under-cabinet CD Player—Spend more time in the kitchen with the help of your favorite tunes. Units that fit under a cabinet are perfect for small kitchens since they won’t steal your counter space.


Countertop Wine Cooler—If you barely have room left for ketchup because of the amount of vino that has taken over your fridge, this appliance is for you. Most units store up to 12 bottles of wine and cost around $100.


Fondue Kit—Your dinner parties will never be easier.You could also put a chocolate foun- tain in the center of the table and listen to the oohs and ahhhs from your guests. For $100 or less, depending on size, it could save you hours of fretting over what to serve.


Egg and Muffin Maker—This appliance


toasts your muffin and cooks an egg in a side attachment. Breakfast is served. It sells for around $50.


Pasta Pot—Forget having to drag out the colander every time you make spaghetti. The pasta pot has a lid that drains out the water and handles that are designed for safety.


Countertop Garden—Although window box gardening is a pleasant hobby, this invention grows your greens five times faster than soil, and with no mess.The device sits right on your counter and can grow herbs, tomatoes, greens, and even flowers. Available for $149.95 at http://www.aerogrow.com


IN THE LIVING ROOM


Message Centers—These inexpensive boards hang on your wall and are essentially the headquarters for your apartment and a major headache-saver when you’ve got room- mates. They include hooks for keys, a tack board for posting important notes, and a chalk or dry erase board for keeping shopping lists and records of who owes what.


Roomba Vacuum— Forget wasting all that time on vacu- uming. Let a robotic machine do it for you! You can even let the vacuum run while you’re away from home. (shown above) Prices vary by retailer and model.


Digital Photo Frame—This frame allows you to upload photos from your camera right into the frame. You’ll never have to print a picture again! Lowest prices are around $30.


Digital Plant—If you can’t keep your real plants alive, try a digital one. They really do grow with the loving care of their (slightly geeky) owners. Visit http://www.geeks.com/ to order yours for $3.99.


Television Wall Mount—You don’t have to have a flat screen television to keep your tube up and out of the way.Wall mounts take some effort to install but can really open up a small living space.


This editorial was contributed by Apartments.com.Visit Apartment Living on Apartments.com (http://living.apartments.com) for everything you need to know about living in an apartment. Browse useful information on landlords, leases, budgeting, moving, gardening, decorating and more.


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