Articles for Tenants

You deserve to live in a safe home. Even though landlord/tenant responsibilities regarding maintenance vary greatly by region, there are a few basic standards...

As we stride into 2024, the landscape of apartment living continues to evolve, influenced by technological advancements, shifting demographics, and changing lifestyle preferences. Whether...

There's arguably nothing worse than relaxing in your rental home on a rainy day and suddenly dealing with water seeping into your basement. For...

At Rentler we spend a lot of time reading about the rental industry and bookmarking products we've stumbled across that are genius for small...

You’ve decided to venture out and rent a place of your own, and you finally feel as though you’ve arrived. You’re ready to embrace...

It’s easy to ignore your credit score if you’re not currently in the midst of a big life event like buying a house or...

TL;DR Chicago's best neighborhoods are Lincoln Park, River North, Gold Coast, Logan Square, Old Town, West Loop, Wicker Park and South Loop. We review all...

Common sense dictates that when you live in a small space, you don't want too many big pieces of furniture. At the same time,...

Last week all the fancy tech companies headed to Las Vegas for a little something called CES (Consumer Electronics Show). Amidst the smart cars and...

Finding the right apartment can be rough, particularly if you're moving to a new city or area for the first time. But it doesn't have...

The scenario is simple. It’s usually not your fault. You were too nice. You wanted to help someone. Okay, fine. Maybe you weren’t bailing...

While we don't like to pick favorites, there's one room type that always makes our design hearts flutter: an All-White interior. While a bleached-out...