Apartment Tips

Before you move into your new apartment, it’s important to inspect the space carefully. During a quick tour, it’s easy to miss small issues that could turn into bigger- and more expensive- problems later. A thorough apartment inspection can help protect your security deposit, uncover maintenance concerns early, and ensure your new home is safe […]

Learn how to plan a stress-free move with simple packing, decluttering, budgeting, and move-in tips to stay organized before moving day.

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 […]

Is your rental history less than perfect? ForRent.com can help you find the best second chance rental for your needs, taking you from search to success.

If you’re renting an apartment with a pet, you already know about the upfront costs like pet deposits and monthly pet fees. But what about at the end of your lease? Getting your full security deposit back with a pet in the picture takes extra care and planning. Pet damage is one of the top reasons […]

Searching for your next rental can be an exciting adventure. Falling in love with a property, submitting your application, and signing the lease is a rush, and it’s easy to get lost in the thrill.Unfortunately, some people exploit renters’ need for a new place to live. Most landlords are honest, but occasionally a malicious person […]

If you’re living in a small apartment, don’t let the lack of square footage get you down! You can organize, furnish, and decorate a small apartment to make it look more spacious than ever. It’s easier to do this room by room (or one conjoined room if you have a studio) to get a better […]

Section 8 subsidies can be a great way to reduce the cost of rent and improve your living situation, so see if they’re right for you.

When you’ve got to move on a dime, we’ve got the tips you need to save money on moving expenses.

Don’t leave money on the table after you move out. Here are five tips on how to get your security deposit back.

Frustrated with the dangers or inconveniences of leaving packages at your door? Here are great tips on getting a package delivered to your apartment.

Section 8 vouchers (aka “housing choice vouchers”) are provided through a federal program to assist very low-income families, people with disabilities and the elderly in affording decent housing in the private market. That housing may be a single-family home, a townhome, or an apartment. This is a different federal program than what is referred to […]

Here at this blog we do not give legal advice, but we do, of course, try our best to be responsive to the questions we are asked. So, we take your questions to industry professionals for their input. They want you to know that this is a very general response and overview: There is currently […]

Property Managers need to know your financial situation to protect themselves and their business, but you're NOT out of luck.