The advantages (and obligations) of having a co-signer

Finding an apartment you love isn't always easy -- so when you find your dream residence, you don't want anything or anyone standing in...

Water-Saving Devices for Your Rental

We all know that going green is in these days, and for good reasons, too: global warming, climate changes, diminishing natural resources, carbon emission and growing...

Navigating Unpaid Rent with Roommates

Renting with roommates can become tricky when it comes to ensuring timely rent payments. As a co-tenant, you're collectively responsible for the entire rent...

Smart Tips for Lowering Your Utility Bills This Fall (Infographic Included!)

As fall approaches and temperatures start to cool, it's a great time for tenants to think about how to make their living spaces cozier...

5 Money-Saving Tips to Ease the Burden on Your Wallet Instantly

Life can be costly, with everything from grocery prices to inflated airline fares causing financial strain. It seems as though our wallets are under...

What $1,500 Gets You In 5 Cities  

No matter where you're living, rent probably takes up a sizable chunk of your budget. But how does what you're paying compare to rent prices...

Navigating Tenant Bankruptcy: A Landlord’s Guide to Protecting Rental Investments

Facing a tenant's bankruptcy can be a daunting challenge for landlords. It's a complex legal process that demands careful navigation to protect your rental...

Rent Affordability: Is the “One-Third Rule” Realistic?

When looking for places to live, one of the biggest elements of home shopping that people take into consideration is affordability. Personal finance experts...

5 ways to get your deposit back

Most landlords require a security deposit, sometimes called a safety or damage deposit, prior to you moving in. They do this as a safety...

7 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Save Money

Sometimes the hardest thing about saving money is to start. It doesn’t matter how much money you earn, as you can always put something...

Rental application fees: What you need to know

When you’re moving into a new place, it can feel like unexpected fees and costs pop up all the time. One relatively low fee...

Late Rent: What You Need to Know About Late Fees, Evictions,...

Late rent payments can be a bigger issue than you might think. Even if you only pay a small late fee, you could be...
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