Guest post by the American Red Cross The past year has reminded all of us that no one is beyond the reach of disasters. In the U.S., millions of people across the country were impacted by an unrelenting wave of devastating disasters — from back-to-back hurricanes to record-breaking wildfires, historic… Read more
As we conclude our celebrations of Women’s History Month at AvalonBay, the Women’s Leadership Network (WLN) would like to thank two of our remarkable leaders who inspire and lead thousands of AvalonBay associates. We asked Debbie Coombs and Sarah Mathewson to reflect on what they have learned over the past… Read more
Big cities attract a variety of different people from all walks of life. This rich diversity is precisely what makes big cities so appealing to live in for many people. Some move to pursue their careers or to go to college, while others want a change of pace or to… Read more
Finding a new job in a new city can be an exciting but stressful proposition. Following through could conjure new methods of career advancement and countless other opportunities, but moving can be an expensive and challenging process. This second point is particularly true if you’ll be moving to a big… Read more
Renting your first apartment can be both exciting and overwhelming. Finances, moving, large amounts of personal time, and filing and waiting for rental applications are all aspects of the rental process and can increase feelings of frustration and stress. The process requires some preparation, as there is a lot of… Read more