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Jun 17

Covering Your Assets

As a renter, you may think that your home and its contents are insured through your landlord, property manager or homeowner. Indeed, the building structure and any materials belonging to the landlord are. But all of the stuff inside the rental property – all of your stuff – is not. So should a fire, thief [...]

Jun 01

The Roommate Question

Bad roommates are a rite of passage. Like scraping your knee while learning to ride a bike and moving your tassel from right to left, we have all endured living with someone who makes you scream into your pillow:
“She came in plastered at 3 a.m. five days a week.”
“I arrived home from a weekend away [...]

Jun 01

Finding the Best Location to Rent

The best location for an apartment is the best location for you. Do you need to be in walking distance of a grocery store? Perhaps you’re looking for a funky neighborhood and are willing to put up with higher crime for cooler digs. Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a rental home out there for you [...]

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Apr 30

Estimating How Much Rent You Can Afford

Your monthly rent is a serious financial commitment. Before you start your rental search, know what you can comfortably afford. These simple steps will help you estimate how much rent you can handle.
What you earn
How much money you make each month is the biggest factor in determining how much rent you can afford. You should [...]

Apr 10

How To: Deal With Neighbors

Imagine – you’ve just moved into your new home. Everything seems to be perfect, all except for one thing – your encroaching neighbors. From a barking dog, to loud music, to property line issues, there are simple and appropriate steps that you can take while dealing with neighbors – so sit back, take a deep [...]

Apr 07

Keeping Your Home Allergen-Safe

Millions of people suffer from allergies, and one of the most common types of allergy triggers is indoor allergens. Allergens affect the air that you breathe in your homes. From dust mites to pet dander and pollen, allergens cover every square-inch of your home. Here are a few ways that you can [...]