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...
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...
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...
How to find the right rental for your budget
Apartment hunting is a grind, especially in crowded cities like New York or San Francisco. You need to have a game plan and do...
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...
3 ways to build your credit without a credit card
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...
How to pay rent when you’ve blown your monthly budget
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...
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...
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...
