Articles for Tenants

Figuring out how to rent an apartment or house for the first time can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. To make the process...

TL;DR: What is a security deposit? It is a refundable payment, typically equal to one to two months of rent, that tenants pay at...

There is no doubt that we live in an uncertain world. Danger could strike at any time. However, the good news is that you...

Despite the obstacles brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States home rental market has continued to show steady growth. In 2021, the...

As a tenant, you want to make sure you are moving into a property that meets your needs and expectations. To ensure that, you...

TL;DR If you're looking for an affordable rental in a competitive market, an efficiency apartment might be the right choice. This isn't quite the same...

Living in a rental can be challenging when it comes to creating a healthy living environment. However, with a few simple tips and tricks,...

Getting locked out of apartment buildings is scary, especially late at night. Panic is a common response, but it usually doesn’t help the situation,...

Apartment hunting is a grind, especially in crowded cities like New York or San Francisco. You need to have a game plan and do...

Picking out a place to temporarily call home can bring out the inner commitment-phobe in anyone. Once you sign a lease on an apartment,...

Whether you moved a few miles away or crossed the country, getting used to a new community isn’t always easy when you feel like...

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...