Guides

Useful reading for a month‑or‑more stay

Written by people who place guests every day, not by a content farm. Neighborhoods, timelines, insurance, and what to ask before you book anything.

Fire pit under the palmettos at dusk, Abberly Crossing, Ladson SC
Charlotte & the Carolinas · October 8, 2026

Twelve Miles to South Carolina: Why a Charlotte Company Covers Both Carolinas

The state line is a dozen miles from Uptown. From Fort Mill and Rock Hill to Greenville, Spartanburg and the Charleston suburbs, here is why Stay Furnished places guests across both Carolinas — and how often we end up at the beach.

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Meridian at North Hills, Raleigh
Charlotte & the Carolinas · October 5, 2026

The Research Triangle, By Neighborhood: Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Where to Stay in Between

A corner-by-corner guide to the Research Triangle for relocating professionals and extended stays — North Hills, Brier Creek, RTP, Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest and the south side — matched to real Stay Furnished communities.

Uptown Charlotte skyline at dusk from Romare Bearden Park
Charlotte & the Carolinas · September 29, 2026

Relocating to Charlotte for Work: Your 30/60/90-Day Checklist

A practical, in-order checklist for professionals relocating to Charlotte: what to lock in before you land, what to handle in your first 30 days, and how to make the permanent-housing decision without rushing it.

Element SouthPark building exterior
Charlotte & the Carolinas · September 9, 2026

Charlotte, By Neighborhood: Where to Stay (and Why It Matters)

A neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide to Charlotte for relocating professionals and extended stays — matched to real Stay Furnished communities in each area.

Modern stainless-steel kitchen with a large refrigerator, gas range, and central island
Corporate Housing Guides · August 28, 2026

Corporate Housing vs. Hotels vs. Airbnb: What Actually Works for a 30+ Day Stay

Comparing corporate housing, hotels, and Airbnb for stays of a month or longer — what breaks down, what holds up, and what to ask before you book.

Resort-style pool at a Stay community
Insurance & Relocation · August 19, 2026

A Guide for Insurance Adjusters: Placing Displaced Clients in Corporate Housing

A practical guide for insurance adjusters placing displaced policyholders in corporate housing — what to send us, how direct billing works, and what changes if a claim runs long.

Furnished living room in a Stay apartment
Insurance & Relocation · August 14, 2026

What to Expect When Insurance Covers Your Temporary Housing After a Fire or Flood

What loss-of-use coverage means, how long temporary housing usually lasts, and what to look for in a place to stay while your home is repaired.