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The Question You Should Always Ask Yourself Before Renting a Micro Apartment Real Estate
You’ll need to do some introspection.
Sarah Kuta
Aug 3, 2023
Do I Really Need Renter’s Insurance? Real Estate
It’s worth the extra hit to your monthly budget.
Lauren Wellbank
Jul 29, 2023
The Living Room Layout Hack That Makes My Apartment Feel Way Bigger Real Estate
I should have tried it a long time ago.
Madeline Bilis
Jul 22, 2023
I Love the Freedom (and Power) in Subletting — Here's Why
REAL ESTATE
There’s a lot to like about it.
Emma Kershaw
Jul 15, 2023
I’ve Rented Some Pretty “Bad” Apartments — This Is Why I Don’t Regret Them Real Estate
It’s a bit cliché, but it’s cliché for a reason.
Quincy Bulin
Jul 6, 2023
These 5 Cities Have Rent Prices That Are Below Average Real Estate
Here’s what it’s like to live in them.
Laura Ratliff
Jul 4, 2023
Living in a 3rd-Floor Walk-Up Isn't for Everyone, But I Love It Real Estate
Maybe I’m delusional, but I adore my apartment.
Sofia Rivera
Jun 20, 2023
The Studio Apartment Layout on Its Way Out Real Estate
According to real estate pros.
Brittany Anas
Jun 8, 2023
5 Ingenious Ways to Use IKEA's Deck Tiles, According to the Pros Real Estate
Both indoors and out.
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett
Jun 2, 2023
This Renter-Friendly Hack Minimizes Noise from My Building's Foyer Real Estate
And it looks like modern art.
Madeline Bilis
May 26, 2023
The IKEA Hack That Tripled My Closet Space
Closets
A few strategic products can turn a tiny closet space into plenty of storage.
茱莉亚Naftulin
May 18, 2023
4 Things That Immediately Give Landlords “The Ick” Real Estate
Here are the seemingly innocuous things renters do that demote them from upstanding tenant status.
Brittany Anas
May 8, 2023
Try Doing This Background Check on Landlords Before Signing a Lease
REAL ESTATE
On a site called Openigloo.
Stacy Sare Cohen
Apr 26, 2023
5 Things to Do If You Want to Buy Your Rental from Your Landlord Real Estate
Here's how to make it happen.
Caroline Biggs
Apr 21, 2023
Yes, Apartments Are Getting Smaller. But Here’s Why That Could Be a Good Thing. Real Estate
And what it means for the rental market.
Emma Banks
Apr 12, 2023
What's Cheaper — Using a Laundry Service or Having an In-Unit Washer and Dryer? Real Estate
Inquiring renters want to know.
Sarah Kuta
Mar 24, 2023
Cash Apps Can Be Dangerous for Paying Rent — Here Are 5 Tips for Doing It Safely Real Estate
A simple mistake can make your rent payment disappear, according to a cybersecurity expert.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 22, 2023
I Sold My House to Go Back to Renting. Here’s Why I Don’t Regret It Real Estate
I learned what I like and don’t like, and what I’d need in a home if I ever bought a new one.
Jennifer Billock
Mar 19, 2023
Here's What Landlords Really Think About Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper Real Estate
Two property managers weigh in.
Lauren Wellbank
Mar 10, 2023
3 Things Renters Love About Railroad-Style Apartments — And 1 Thing They Don't
REAL ESTATE
All aboard this real estate breakdown.
Kelsey Mulvey
Feb 19, 2023
I Showed a Real Estate Photographer Pics of My Apartment Real Estate
Here's what they told me to change.
Kelsey Mulvey
Feb 15, 2023
Moving Container vs. Rental Truck: What's Better for Moving? Real Estate
There are pros and cons to both options.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Feb 11, 2023
I Ditched My Lease and Lived in 13 Airbnbs Last Year. Here’s What I Learned Real Estate
Bring a white noise machine, plus more tips from my year of nomadic living.
Harris Sockel
Feb 8, 2023
I Moved 5 Times in 2022 — Here's What I Learned About Planning a Move Real Estate
Expect the unexpected.
Edgary Rodríguez R.
Jan 9, 2023
What Is a Security Deposit, Anyway? Real Estate
And how do I get it back?
Steph Mickelson
Jan 6, 2023
What Is "Rent-Vesting," Anyway? Real Estate
And why are more people trying it?
Sarah Kuta
Dec 5, 2022
What Exactly Is a “Stair Loft” Apartment? Real Estate
Here's what an NYC broker says.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 3, 2022
这是作为一个房东的主要缺点Northeast Real Estate
No, it's not the weather.
Megan Johnson
Nov 19, 2022
These Are the Unexpected Benefits of Living in a 5th-Floor Walkup Real Estate
Four things make it worth it for one couple.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Nov 15, 2022
Redditors Revealed Their Most "Interesting" Roommate Stories Real Estate
Here are the best ones.
Jennifer Billock
Oct 11, 2022
Can Your Landlord Raise Rent More Than Once Per Year? Here's What Experts Say Real Estate
Read your lease closely.
Brittany Anas
Sep 28, 2022
The Unexpected Benefits of Living on a Lower Level, According to Experts Real Estate
You could snag a lower price, for one.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Sep 26, 2022
How to Approach Your Landlord About Minor Renovations, According to an Expert News
"Rental Redo" host Keyanna Brown suggests that it's always worth it to ask your landlord about renovations.
Lillian Brown
Sep 5, 2022
Here’s Your No-Nonsense Guide to Renting an Apartment Real Estate
Follow these steps.
Steph Mickelson
Aug 28, 2022
4 Things To Do If Your Roommate Can't Afford Rent Real Estate
You have a few options.
Josephine Nesbit
Aug 22, 2022
Here’s What You Should Do When Your Landlord Doesn't Renew Your Lease Real Estate
These are your options when your landlord doesn't renew your lease.
Jennifer Billock
Aug 14, 2022
10 Things Landlords Hate Seeing in Your Kitchen Real Estate
According to some brutally honest landlords.
Grace Cassidy
Aug 5, 2022
Here's What To Do If You Get Locked Out of Your Apartment Real Estate
First, don't panic.
Jennifer Billock
Jul 30, 2022
Hippie Christmas Is Approaching. Here Are 5 Tips to Make the Best of It Real Estate
Maximize your haul.
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett
Jul 29, 2022
6 Little Things to Try Before a Rental Bidding War Breaks Out Real Estate
Apartment hunting? Keep these tips in mind.
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett
Jul 24, 2022
Creating the "Perfect" Apartment Was Impossible with OCD — Here’s How I Coped Real Estate
ODC is not, as many think, the feeling of joy stemming from organizing pens by color.
Sophie Bress
Jul 21, 2022
5 Little Tricks That Make Living in My Apartment with ADHD So Much Easier Real Estate
Here's how I got a new lease on renter life.
Dylan M. Austin
Jul 18, 2022
Here Are the Best and Worst Places to Rent in America Real Estate
According to a new report.
Megan Johnson
Jul 15, 2022
The Only College Apartment Checklist You’ll Ever Need Real Estate
Kiss dorm life goodbye.
Steph Mickelson
Jul 13, 2022
4 Expert-Approved Tips for Finding a House to Rent in the Suburbs Real Estate
It's not easy, but it is possible.
Sarah Kuta
Jul 2, 2022
The First Thing to Know About Renting Furniture Real Estate
It's a convenient option in some situations.
Chantel Wakefield
Jun 17, 2022
What Kind of Rent Increase Is "Normal" Right Now? Here’s What Experts Say Real Estate
If your landlord increased your monthly payments, you're certainly not alone.
Sarah Kuta
Jun 14, 2022
Why Landlords Love the "80 Percent Carpet Rule" Real Estate
It benefits renters, too.
Josephine Nesbit
Jun 3, 2022
This Is the Best Way to Save Money on Rent, According to a Leasing Agent Real Estate
You could shave hundreds of dollars off your annual living costs.
JazmineReed-Clark
Jun 2, 2022
Increasing Rent Costs Create Dire Situations for Domestic Violence Survivors Real Estate
触发warning: This post contains descriptions of acts of domestic violence.
Ashley Broadwater
May 30, 2022
Here Are 7 Types of Apartments and How to Identify Them Real Estate
Searching for a new place? Consider putting a flex or convertible apartment on your list.
Steph Mickelson
May 21, 2022
3 Ways You Might Be Able to Fight a Big Rent Increase Real Estate
According to an expert.
Sarah Kuta
May 6, 2022
As Someone with ADHD, This Is How I Make Apartment Hunting Easier Real Estate
My seven tips for managing time, expectations, and motivation.
Dylan M. Austin
Apr 21, 2022
“Yelp” for Landlords: Search These Sites Before You Move In Real Estate
We can't promise the perfect landlord, but we can guarantee you'll at least have a heads up on a crummy one.
Caroline Biggs
Apr 19, 2022
4 Ways to Land an Affordable Apartment Right Now Real Estate
According to leasing agents.
Zakiya Kassam
Apr 11, 2022
4 Beginner-Level Repairs Every Renter Should Know How to Make
Starter Packs
One of the biggest appeals of renting is that you’re not usually responsible for maintenance or repairs — but help isn’t always at the ready in a pinch.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 1, 2022
Short-Term Rentals Might Be Kicking 12-Month Leases to the Curb Real Estate
Here's why.
Madeline Bilis
Mar 29, 2022
What I Learned Hunting for an LA Apartment While Living in the Midwest Real Estate
I searched for a new place from more than 1,800 miles away.
Bryce Jones
Mar 23, 2022
5 Questions About Timing Your Move Perfectly, Answered Real Estate
There are definitely ways to make finding a place less stressful — and less financially painful.
Lauren Williamson
Mar 18, 2022
Rent Prices Are on the Rise Across the Country — Here's What You Need To Know Real Estate
Planning to move soon?
Sarah Kuta
Mar 14, 2022
7 Cheap Cities Where You Can Actually Afford to Pay Rent Real Estate
Time to move!
Sarah Kuta
Feb 2, 2022