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3 Steps to Smart Apartment Organization

2012-12-19T17:04:01Z

Bring order back into your home with these basic organization tips.

You can eliminate the frustration of hunting for lost items and enjoy a neater, less stressful environment with smart apartment organization. Here are three essential organization strategies to get you started.

Smart apartment organization begins with the closets. Plastic storage bins keep your things organized in the top of a closet and on the floor. Use snap-together shelving to create storage layers, and install an additional rod at one end to divide your hanging space into layers.

Use roll-out baskets in kitchen cupboards to keep your cabinets neat and organized. If you don’t have enough space, install small drawers under the cabinets. Dinnerware organizers make good use of kitchen cabinet space, and make it easier to get what you need without moving stacks of dishes. Slip-proof shelf paper helps keep things in their place and you won’t have to search for things that were inadvertently shoved to the back of the closet.

Store CDs, DVDs, books and other items on wall-mounted shelves instead of organizers that take up floor space in your living area.

Staying organized is easier than you may think. Contact New Longview for more information about apartment living in Lees Summit.

Holiday Decorating Guide for Apartment Residents

2012-12-17T16:48:13Z

Bring the festive season home with these holiday decorating tips.

Decorating an apartment for the holidays is one way to really bring in the spirit and get in a festive mood. But since many apartments don’t have a ton of space, you should look into some tips on how to get it ready for the season. A holiday decorating guide has suggestions on how to stay on a budget with your decorating and how to maximize the space in your Lee’s Summit apartment.

The first step in the holiday decorating guide for apartment residents is to understand your space. Don’t buy a gigantic tree that takes up the whole apartment. Consider getting a smaller tree that is proportional to the size of the room it is being put inside.

Hang lights around your front door and around the banister near your apartment front door. Hanging up stockings on the fireplace and putting up some mistletoe are other ways that you can add holiday cheer without taking up extra space.

Decorating for the holidays in an apartment is a way to bring a smile to your neighbors faces as they see your decorations. And, it is just another way to enjoy living at New Longview apartments.

Walk Over to Next Door Pizza & Pub for Dinner

2012-12-13T20:26:38Z

Stop by Next Door Pizza & Pub for a memorable slice of pizza.

Are you looking for Lee’s Summit restaurants that are a great place to hang out and relax? If so, take a five minute walk over to Next Door Pizza & Pub on Southwest Fascination Drive, which is literally ‘Next Door’ to our community!

There are so many delicious menu items to choose from, even if you aren’t a fan of pizza, you will find something to love on their menu! Appetizers that are a must-try are the Fried Meatballs and Puerta Fries. If you’re in a meaty and/or spicy mood, the hot wings are amazing (our favorites are the Parmesan, and the wing explosion — with bacon).

Of course, there are pizza selections that are to die for — the Hippy Chick, Firebug, and Bacon Explosion are the most popular — or you can just create your own! Vegans don’t have to feel left out, either — the Hippy Chick can be made with vegan cheese, and any pizza can have vegan cheese substitute!

So when you’re checking out various Lee’s Summit restaurants for you new favorite haunt, head on over to Next Door Pizza & Pub with friends for a great pizza night!

Smart Solutions for Organizing Your Bathroom

2012-12-11T15:43:22Z

Organize the bathroom in your apartment with these simple tips.

Having trouble finding items in the bathrooms of our Lee’s Summit apartments? If so, it’s time to get organized! We’ve put together a few easy solutions to having an organized bathroom that will remain clutter-free.

Get rid of bulky packages. Put everything in jars, bags, and baskets for easy access and an eye-catching appearance.
Put everything under the counter. Aside from your daily needs, such as soap, toothbrushes, and the like, put everything else away in their proper place.
A Lazy Susan is ideal for holding lotions and bottles under the counter, so you never have to go digging.
Bamboo drawer organizer trays are attractive, Eco-friendly, and will store all the little items — such as hair pins, elastics, jewelry, and cosmetics.
Use a hanging organizer in the shower for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and other grooming essentials.

Try these smart solutions for organizing your bathroom, and make another part of your life more efficient!

If you have any questions about our Lee’s Summit apartments, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Energy-Saving Actions You Can Take Around Your New Longview Apartment

2012-12-06T15:29:23Z

Switching to CFL light bulbs will also have you save money at home.

Being part of the community at New Longview apartments is an experience that many find enjoyable. The New Longview apartments are very comfortable and there are plenty of things to do in and around Lee’s Summit.

One of the things that many people find challenging in their New Longview apartment is conserving energy. There are a number of energy saving techniques that can help you do this. Because energy saving techniques, no matter how subtle, add up over time.

Energy saving tips that you can start today include:

Open your drapes when it is sunny outside. Close them before sundown.
Shorten the length of your showers.
Turn off the lights when nobody is in the room.
Turn off the television if nobody is watching it.
Turn down the thermostat and put a sweater on.
Use draft blockers underneath outside doors.
Open the refrigerator door as few times as necessary.
Only run full loads in both the dishwasher and the washing machine.
Use cold water whenever possible.
Unplug items in your apartment that you are not using.

Remember, every little bit helps!

For more information on this and other topics, contact us with any questions.

Learn about a Green Cleaning Product like Hydrogen Peroxide

2012-12-03T17:56:59Z

Check out the green cleaning power of a product like hydrogen peroxide.

Do you know that inside your first aid kit there is also a green cleaning product? Generally, hydrogen peroxide is applied for minor cuts or wounds. However, do you know that this product can also be used to clean your home at New Longview Luxury Apartments? Hydrogen peroxide has many uses aside from disinfecting your skin.

Your cutting board can be a breeding ground for bacteria. If you want to protect your family from diseases, you should keep your cutting board clean at all times. Instead of using a regular cleaning product, use hydrogen peroxide. Just pour small amount of this product into your cutting board. If you want to be sure, let it sit there for at least thirty minutes or more.

Aside from that, you can apply hydrogen peroxide on your kitchen sponges. It is an effective green cleaning product in removing unpleasant smells and odors from old sponges. Just combine hot water with hydrogen peroxide and then soak your kitchen sponge for half an hour.

Using a green cleaning product is one way to protect the environment. More than that, it is the best way to protect your family’s health. Start using a green cleaning product in your home at New Longview Luxury Apartments.

Missouri Town in Lee’s Summit: Explore Local History

2012-11-30T16:59:30Z

Watch history in action at Missouri Town.

If you’re new to western Missouri and want to get a feel for the cultural heritage of the area, don’t overlook Missouri Town in Lee’s Summit. This living history site strives to depict life on a Missouri farm back in the mid-1800′s, back when Lee’s Summit was founded.

Costumed interpreters stroll the grounds interacting with visitors and demonstrating the skills necessary to prosper in a farming community in what was then the nation’s frontier at Missouri Town. Here you can wander the grounds, viewing authentic building and furnishings, as well as the crops and domestic animals that would have been grown during the period.

Missouri Town is open Tuesday through Sunday from March to mid-November, and weekends for the rest of the year. The site opens at 9:00 am and closes at 4:30 pm. Admission is $5 for adults, and $3 for children 5-13 and seniors 62 and over.

History comes alive at Missouri Town, which is just a short distance away from your New Longview apartment in Lee’s Summit.

It’s the Perfect Time to Get a New Car From These Local Dealerships

2012-11-28T14:04:47Z

Shop for a new car at these local dealerships in Lee’s Summit.

Is it time for that new car, truck or S.U.V.? Shopping in Lee’s Summit for that new vehicle is your best bet! There are many new car dealers in Lee’s Summit and they have some great deals. Take a look at some of them:

Lee’s Summit Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram- They have an excellent deal on the new Dodge Avenger
Lee’s Summit Honda-2012 Honda Civic LX Sedan is a special deal. You should head on over and pick it up.
Lee’s Summit Mazda-They have a special price on the 2012 Mazda 2 Sport
Bob Sight Ford-0.9% Certified Pre Owned Sales Event! You surely cannot pass that up!
Lee’s Summit Mitsubishi- This local dealer is offering a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer with MPG 26 city and 34 Highway. That’s great mileage with a great price.

As you can see, shopping in Lee’s Summit for a new vehicle is really quite easy. The possibilities and styles are endless. There are great deals at all these places. Shop around, you’ll be amazed!

Maybe it isn’t time for a new car or truck but time for new living arrangements; you have come to the right place for that. Come talk with us at New Longview, where life is made simple.

High Heating Bills Worry You? Try These 3 Energy-Saving Tips

2012-11-26T21:13:48Z

Stay warm on a budget with a few of these energy conservation tips for the winter months.

Are you worried about high heating bills this winter? If you’re worried about looming energy costs this winter, you can enjoy a warm apartment in Lee’s Summit and save 5 to 15 percent on your heating costs with these three tips.

When the air doesn’t flow freely through your heating system it has to work harder, and that results in high heating bills. Thoroughly vacuum or change your filter every month to improve the air flow by cleaning air vents regularly. Make sure your furniture and draperies don’t block air vents, as well.
Keep your thermostat set at the lowest temperature that keeps you comfortable and turn it down by 10 to 15 degrees when you are away from home for more than eight hours. It is a common misconception that lowering the temperature will cost you money in the long run. Lowering the temperature for 8 hours at a time actually helps reduce your heating bills.
Bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans waste a lot of heat. Turn them off promptly after use.

You can enjoy the winter without worrying about the cost of heating your apartment. Contact the team at New Longview for more information about apartment life in Lees Summit.

Helpful Training Tips for Your Pooch

2012-11-19T20:14:05Z

Use these tips to train an obedient and attentive puppy.

You want to be sure that your pet has proper manners when living in our pet-friendly apartments in Lee’s Summit. Though, training them not to jump on the couch or on guests can be challenging. But when you start training when the pet is young, you will have an easier time of establishing the rules. Try these helpful tips for training your pooch.

Take the Mary Poppins approach to training a puppy When you make things into a game, you and your pet will have a better time. When training is seen as a chore neither one of you will be excited to take it on. In her words, “well begun is half done.”

When giving your dog a command, you should say it once and then wait for the response. Even if you have to manipulate your pup into sitting refrain from saying sit over and over again. You want to be clear and then your pet will be more likely to associate the command with the action.

When giving commands you should be sure to use a calming tone of voice. This will help your pet to see you as an authority.

Practice training every day to become an expert.