About Lainie Petersen

Lainie Petersen is a guest writer for Storage.com. She works full time as a freelance writer and researcher, blogging for MoneyCrashers.com, LainieSips.com (a tea blog), VirtualVocations.com and several other online publications. She lives in Chicago with Ned, her very large orange tabby cat.

4 Tips for Selecting a Thoughtful Housewarming Gift

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Lainie Petersen

Moving is a major transition and many people appreciate the support of their friends as they adjust to their new home. If a friend or family member recently relocated, a housewarming gift is a wonderful way to show your support.

If you’re having trouble selecting a gift, and the recipient hasn’t joined a gift registry, here are a few tips to help you choose:

Consider Space & Needs

The gift-giving impulse is a good one, but must be tempered with the realization that not everyone has a lot of space for gifts. While recent college grads often need a lot of help setting up housekeeping, many adults have more “stuff” than they actually need. This is particularly true for people moving into smaller homes after retirement. Continue reading →

Six Tips for Renting a home with Pets

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Lainie Petersen

Looking for a place to rent is always an adventure, even more so if you’re a pet owner. Many landlords and property management companies are wary about renting to people with pets, and for good reason: Irresponsible pet owners can alienate neighbors and cost property owners thousands of dollars in damage repairs. If you own a pet, prepare for some extra challenges when finding a new place to live.

Here are some tips for getting a great apartment for yourself and your furry or feathered companion: Continue reading →

Saving Money on Vegan and Vegetarian Food

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Lainie Petersen

If you’ve decided to switch to a plant-based diet, or even just cut down on your consumption of animal products, you may be in for some sticker shock. While there is no reason that a vegetarian or vegan diet should cost more than diets that include meat, the process of swapping out familiar staples for vegan alternatives can get pricy.

Here are some tips for keeping your costs down while you transition to your new diet: Continue reading →

Fitness on a Budget: Get in Shape and Save Money

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Lainie Petersen

Along with warmer weather, the approach of Summer also brings out a desire to get into better shape. If you are looking to improve your health and fitness, but are concerned about the cost of exercise equipment or gym memberships, don’t despair. With some research and advance planning, you’ll be able to develop an fitness regimen that suits your pocketbook. Continue reading →

Apartment Location: Finding Out What Matters to You

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Lainie Petersen

When looking for a place to live, consider your apartment and your neighborhood to be a complete package. While your apartment is certainly the place where you eat, sleep and relax, your neighborhood is, ideally, where you’ll be doing most of your living. Decide what you want to be close to before you go apartment hunting, and you’ll have a better chance of finding a place that you are happy to call home. Continue reading →

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