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...
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...
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...
What is alternative credit data and how does it impact your...
Recently I have started to see a lot of companies talking about alternative credit data. Naturally, I became curious and wanted to know what...
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...
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...
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...
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...
