The Modern Renter
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What to Know About Renting a Townhome for the First Time
Renting a townhome for the first time can feel like a major step up, and in many ways, it is. With more space, added privacy, and a neighborhood-style setting, townhomes appeal to renters who want something beyond the traditional apartment experience without committing to homeownership. If you’re considering making the switch, here’s what you need […]
How to Respectfully Negotiate Rent
Don’t shy away from a place simply because it is slightly over your budget. Learn these negotiating tactics and seal the deal on affordable rent!
Key Questions to Ask When Touring Apartments
Looking for a new place? Here’s what to ask yourself and consider when touring apartments.
How Much Rent Can I Afford?
With rent prices higher than ever, it’s important to understand how much rent you can afford, including fees and other tagged-on expenses. The base rent price apartments advertise may not include utilities, pet, and administrative fees. Being aware of this total rent cost can help you budget more efficiently. The 50/30/20 Budget Rule The 50/30/20 […]
Rental Hunting: 10 Things to Know Before Signing
So you’ve decided to move, and you’re starting your rental search. Finding the perfect rental involves more than just liking the layout or location. To make an informed decision, you need to dig deeper into the details. Rental Hunting: A Detailed Checklist When you’re looking for a new place to live, there are a lot […]
How to Put Together a Great Rental Resume
Check out these tips on how to create a great renter’s resume that will land you your dream apartment. Check out forrent.com/blog for more tips.
Your Credit Score Matters More Than You Think When Renting
Learn why landlords check your credit and how a good or bad score impacts your rental application. Get tips for improving your score and renting with bad credit.
7 Ways Renters Can Build Credit
A strong credit score is one of the most powerful tools you have as a renter. It affects everything from getting approved to how high your security deposit will be. But credit can feel mysterious—it often seems like a complicated game where the rules are constantly changing. The good news is that once you understand […]
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Urban Nirvana: Growing and Gardens in Cities and Apartments
Although we would all love to have acres and acres of luscious growth, pretty petals and vine-ripe vegetables, that’s not reality for many of us who live in apartments and cities. But just because you don’t have access to a huge yard, that doesn’t mean all hope is lost for having a garden! By thinking […]
Steps to Hosting a Party in Your Apartment Clubhouse
Planning the most rocking party ever? These 16 steps will help you throw the coolest bash in your community’s clubhouse. Time to start the party!
Window Treatments for Renters
As renters we sometimes hesitate to invest in décor that we think might not be able to go with us when we move. And one of the aspects of décor that renters seem to neglect the most is window treatments. So today I wanted to share a few ideas for window treatments that are easy, […]