Often a key aspect of choosing a place to live is if the building has a doorman or if there is no doorman. Despite the name of the job, the doorman actually has a more important role than you may think. Key to your decision then is if you think the higher rental you pay is worth the bonuses of having a doorman.

Central to the added extras of having a doorman for your apartment block are the feeling of safety and ease of living they provide. The doorman can be seen as the guardian of your apartment, blocking access to any unwanted visitors. Rather than having open access, the doorman will ensure that only those allowed can get in.

Ease of living is another bonus of having a doorman. They will get a taxi whenever you need it, dash down to grab your mail, and even take a delivery and bring it to your door. If you have a problem with your apartment and cannot be there when the superintendent is coming, the doorman can do this for you. They make everything so much simpler if you have a hectic lifestyle and can’t commit to being home at a certain time. Read the rest of this entry »