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Should You Rent from a Private Landlord or a Management Company?
The first step to finding the perfect place is deciding if you want to rent from a private landlord or a property management company. Both types of property managers offer different experiences, so your priorities will decide which is right for you. What Is a Private Landlord? A private landlord is an individual who owns […]

How Much Can I Spend on Rent?
Rent is often the largest expense in your monthly budget, so determining how much of your income should go towards it is essential to avoid overspending. However, rent isn’t the only expense to consider — other costs like daily living and savings goals also can affect your budget. Figuring out how to allocate your income […]

6 Must-Haves For Your New Apartment
New apartment, new you, right? Here are six must have things you need to make sure you have in your new place! A new beginning starts now!

Tips on Decorating Your Apartment for Christmas
Feeling like your space needs some holiday cheer? Review these clever tips on how renters can decorate their apartments during the holidays.

How Many Lights Should Go on a Christmas Tree?
How do you make your Christmas tree magazine-worthy? Here’s exactly how many lights should go on your tree, with little-known tricks of the designer trade.

What’s the Difference Between a Condo and an Apartment?
As you’re looking for a new apartment, it’s helpful to know the differences between rental types, such as the differences between a condo and an apartment. What’s a condo, you ask? And in what ways is it different from an apartment? We’re here to explain the key differences between renting one from the other. What […]

What Is It Like to Rent a Duplex?
While searching for your next rental home, you’ve likely come across a wide variety of rental types—apartments, condos, houses, townhouses, and so on. But are you familiar with the duplex? If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to rent a duplex, and how it compares to renting other types of properties, this one’s for you. […]

Rent by Owner: The Ultimate Guide to Renting from a Landlord
A dream home can take many forms. Yours might be a cozy studio in a high-rise apartment with great amenities, a trendy beachside condo, or a single-family home with three bedrooms and a basement. As you’re trying to decide, a variety of options become available. The trick is to find the ideal rental for you. […]
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