Articles for Tenants

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...

柴染 (also known as Fushizome in Japan) is a traditional Japanese color. Brushwood-dyed is the direct translation of the term.  Fushizome is the color of...

This blog post might seem kind of random, but I recently fixed a problem that has been plaguing my apartment for months and thought it...

Finding pests of any kind in your rental property is never a welcome experience. After spotting a pest in your residence, it’s understandable your...

Are you looking to rent a new apartment or home in Utah, but not sure how much you can afford? Determining your budget for...

Looking at an application and a background check is the best way for a landlord to know what kind of tenant you’re going to...

TL;DR: Chicago has plenty to do for families, career-driven individuals, couples, and seniors alike. From free attractions like parks and museums to high-end luxury,...

Last year I adopted a cat from a local shelter and brought him home to my apartment. Since then I’ve spend a lot time...

The relationship between landlords and tenants is always a topic of discussion. When it comes to dividing the rental property responsibilities, there are bound...

TL;DR: A guarantor is a third party who legally agrees to cover rent if the tenant cannot pay—without living in the unit or signing...

Sorry, not trying to be rude, but your apartment is looking a little sad. It’s totally understandable. We’ve all spent the last few months...

If you’ve scrolled through rental listings, you may have come across terms like furnished, semi-furnished, and unfurnished.  The obvious question you’d have would be “Do...