Renter’s Advice and Resources
How to Deal with Your Lease When You’re Planning on Buying a Home
· Feb 22, 2018
Deciding to buy a home is one of the most exciting moments of your adult life. Whether you’ve been a renter for a decade or just choosing to jump into home ownership at a young age, it’s an absolute rush to tour houses, work with a real estate agent, and find yourself a permanent place […]
Living in an apartment on a month-to-month basis can seem very alluring — especially for travelers who don’t want to be tied down to a specific location, young workers who are unsure of where their futures will take them, and people who are new to a city. And while there are many benefits that come […]
· Jan 9, 2018
If you’re living in an apartment that’s been damaged by water, it’s important to understand your tenant rights. From repair responsibilities to potential rent reductions, knowing what you’re entitled to can help protect your living situation. This guide covers everything tenants need to know about handling water damage in rental properties and ensuring their rights are upheld.
· Aug 31, 2017
Unfortunately, natural disasters happen. They’re a part of this world and there’s not much anybody can do about them when they hit except stay out of their way. Still, shouldn’t you be entitled to a refund when a natural disaster ruins your vacation? If so, how much?
· Jun 15, 2017
Rent is one of most people’s biggest monthly expenses. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to shave $50 or $100 off of your monthly payment and put that money toward something fun and exciting?
· Jun 8, 2017
No matter where you live or how careful you are, you’re bound to encounter property damage eventually. As a tenant, what damages will you have to pay for? The answer depends on your exact situation, but there are a few things everybody should know about dealing with dinged apartments: Wear and Tear As a tenant, […]
· May 18, 2017
No one ever plans on being evicted. Unfortunately, there may be times when you don’t hold up your end of a lease agreement and will have to face some serious consequences.
· May 2, 2017
If you’re a renter, you should know what a residential lease inventory and conditions form is.
· Oct 13, 2016
If you feel slightly overwhelmed when it comes time to sign on the dotted line at lease renewal time, or if you’re considering renting a new apartment and don’t know what to ask, you’re not alone! There’s nothing wrong with ascertaining that you’re on the same page as the landlord or rental agent about […]
· Jun 7, 2016
A security deposit can make a difference in what apartment you’re able to afford. A high security deposit may be a barrier to moving into a unit, if you’re not able to negotiate a lower deposit. Some landlords require an amount that clearly violates the law, but fighting them in court over it won’t do […]
· Aug 20, 2010