Articles tagged "Tenant Tips" on the Rentler blog.
TenantsTL;DR Los Angeles is one of the most famous cities in California, known for its bustling nightlife, Hollywood potential, great schools, and amazing beaches. But if you want to feel safe when you move to LA, you should live in a safer neighborhood. Beverlywood is considered one of the safest neighborhoods in Los Angeles, while
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TenantsIf you’re considering moving to Los Angeles, CA (LA), then it’s important that you do your research. But, we know that it can be a lot, especially when it comes to searching through rental prices, which is why we’ve compiled this article of average rent prices, as well as tips, tricks, and more about the
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TenantsTL;DR Salt Lake City offers a diverse mix of walkable urban neighborhoods, quiet family-friendly areas, and scenic suburbs near the Wasatch Mountains. Whether you’re drawn to downtown Salt Lake City, the tree lined streets of Sugar House, or the best suburbs like Cottonwood Heights and South Jordan, there’s a neighborhood to match every lifestyle, budget
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TenantsWe get it – adopting a pet is an incredible experience! Bringing home a cuddly companion means gaining a loyal sidekick and adding a whole new level of joy to your life. But, hold up! Did you remember to check your apartment lease? If you’re living in a no-pets-allowed community or forgot to add your
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TenantsEmotional Support Animals (ESAs) play a crucial role in the lives of many people with emotional or psychological disabilities. The rental industry often grapples with questions about ESAs—what they are, how they differ from service animals, and what rights and responsibilities come into play for both landlords and tenants. This guide provides essential insights into
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TenantsNavigating the rental market can be challenging under the best of circumstances, but doing so while unemployed adds another layer of complexity. With the U.S. unemployment rate recently climbing to 4.3% and job growth showing signs of slowing, many people find themselves in the difficult position of searching for a new apartment while managing the
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TenantsLiving with a furry companion can be immensely rewarding, offering a host of health benefits and unwavering companionship. But let’s not kid ourselves—being a pet parent comes with a hefty price tag. From premium kibble to squeaky toys, the expenses stack up. And when you’re renting, the costs of pet ownership extend beyond the essentials.
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TenantsIf you’re looking for a way to make extra money, Airbnb is an appealing option. After all, more than 2.5 million people have listed their home on the short-term rental site, and the average host makes about $7,200 per year. But the process of renting out some or all of your home might not be as easy
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TenantsThere are actually a lot of benefits to renting a place- you get all the privacy and space you want without the worry of unexpected expenses or the long-term commitment that comes with home ownership. However, when you’re looking for that perfect home to rent, time is of the essence. In some markets, rental property
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TenantsThe ice caps are melting. The air is becoming more polluted each day. Landfills are expanding at alarming rates. Each person’s day-to-day activities and actions either contribute to the problem or help solve it. If you are ready to become part of the solution, try starting at home. Even if you rent an apartment or
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TenantsCongratulations on your new home! Now that you’re moving, you have a million and one things to think about and prepare for. Like renting a moving van. Or stopping your utility services and restarting them at your new place. Or hiring professional movers versus inviting all of your friends and neighbors over for free pizza
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TenantsFinding the right apartment can be rough, particularly if you’re moving to a new city or area for the first time. But it doesn’t have to be. Here are 5 simple steps you can take to ensure you find an apartment to call home. Choose the right location It’s all about balance. It might sound great
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TenantsA studio apartment is many things. It can be the first taste of freedom for a post-grad or an affordable lived-in home for a couple in a big city. Regardless of what your studio apartment is to you, there’s usually one unavoidable drawback – they tend to be very small. Despite that, your home doesn’t
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TenantsWhen I moved into my first apartment, I had no idea what to expect. I was excited to live on my own, but soon found out that I was less prepared than I thought. Although nothing could have prepared me for the roommate that spent all day trying to rap or the fire that started
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TenantsThe scenario is simple. It’s usually not your fault. You were too nice. You wanted to help someone. Okay, fine. Maybe you weren’t bailing out your friend from jail for doing that crazy thing at your best friend’s bachelor/bachelorette party (for those of you out there, we know who you are). Perhaps it was something more
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TenantsLet me guess. Commitment problems? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. Or is it the significant price difference? The location? I know, I know… There’s a myriad of reasons that may be tearing you apart in the all-important decision between buying vs renting. Whatever your reasons may be, we’ve put together 10 solid ways to
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TenantsThe rental market is exploding right now. We’ve heard about renters waking up at the crack of dawn to get an application in first, getting put on a waitlist 20 people deep, and outbidding other renters for an apartment in a prime location. During times when rentals are a hot commodity, there will inevitably be
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TenantsAre you renting an apartment or small home and expecting a child? If so, you may be asking yourself, where will all that stuff go? Although nurseries may seem complex, there are really just a few things to consider. Where will they sleep, where will they be changed, and where will their stuff go? Here are
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Tenants$100. It doesn’t seem like much, but for many, it’s the difference between love and hate when it comes to your apartment. There are many fine-line situations where a slim number can be so important, it’s like the habitable zone for planets or the difference in the one day between good milk vs. sour milk. That said,
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TenantsYou did it! You found your dream apartment in the perfect location. Whether you’re a Baby Boomer downsizing or a Millennial moving for the first time, you’re experiencing the thrill of a new place. Then, you realize your new rental won’t hold all your stuff. If this is you, don’t worry. There are a few simple steps
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TenantsHouse poverty is real. If you live in a big city with skyrocketing rent (like NYC or San Francisco), chances are you know a few people who are spending most of their income on a place to live and juuust scraping by on what’s left. The best way to avoid living paycheck-to-paycheck because of rent
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TenantsMost of us are pretty darn good at accumulating stuff — and cleverly stashing it around our homes to give us the false security that comes with thinking we’re not slobs, hoarders or worse. Then it comes time to move, and all of a sudden we realize we don’t actually need 50 magazines from 2005 or all
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TenantsIf working out more in 2016 was one of your New Year’s resolutions, you’ve probably already discovered that getting to the gym in the gray, cold January weather is not going to be easy. If you live in an apartment, though, doing a cardio session at home probably isn’t an option either. Your bod might appreciate the p90x
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TenantsPicking out a place to temporarily call home can bring out the inner commitment-phobe in anyone. Once you sign a lease on an apartment, you’re locked in until death do you part (or the lease ends… whichever comes first). That means the pressure is on to find something in your price range that won’t come
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TenantsCommon sense dictates that when you live in a small space, you don’t want too many big pieces of furniture. At the same time, though, spending all your extra cash to buy small items that won’t grow with you isn’t the best option financially.
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TenantsMore families than ever are choosing to live in an apartment, even with children. Renting a place can give you flexibility, the opportunity to live in an area you could never afford to buy in and a little community built right in. There are also certain challenges that come with raising kids in a rentel.
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TenantsThis blog post might seem kind of random, but I recently fixed a problem that has been plaguing my apartment for months and thought it might help someone else out. If you live in an older rental, you can sometimes get a bad case of phantom door: when cupboards won’t shut all the way due to
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TenantsRenters insurance is an often-forgotten coverage that is surprisingly valuable to both tenants and landlords alike. Did you know that, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, rented units make up approximately 36.5 percent of occupied housing? Furthermore, a poll conducted in 2014 by the Insurance Information Institute found that only 37 percent of tenants have
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TenantsSummer is the best. Except when you don’t have air conditioning in your four story walk-up and you spend those hazy summer nights Googling, “What are the warning signs of heat stroke?” That fan propped up at the foot of your bed can only do so much, so here’s what to do if you’re seriously dying
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TenantsIn case you missed part one, I’m testing out natural house cleaning supplies to see what works and what doesn’t. This time around I focused on laundry. Disclaimer: I have super sensitive skin and have found out that a dye-free and fragrance-free detergent works best, so I was already begrudgingly using pretty natural (and expensive) products for
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TenantsOne day as I was hunched over my tub, spraying heavy-duty bleach cleaner without a care in my small apartment bathroom that has no windows, the thought occurred to me that this is probably not all the great for my lungs/brain/various other organs. The repercussions of cleaning with toxic chemicals are widely documented. The American Lung Association says cleaning
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TenantsMoving into an old building has perks like interesting architecture and historical charm, but it can lead to modern-day frustrations. This becomes pretty obvious as soon as you try to move furniture in. Giant sectionals and king-sized mattresses will most likely lead to breakdowns and (eventually) creative solutions like cutting a box spring in half so
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TenantsA garden balcony can give you endless hours of serene pleasure, and the nice thing about such a haven is the fact that you can put one together yourself. Here are some tips you can use if you want to venture into DIY balcony gardening.
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TenantsIf you’re looking for a new place and have your eye on a certain neighborhood, this blog post probably isn’t for you. This is for those people out there tirelessly trying to pin down a few cities that are close to your job AND your partner’s job AND maybe some decent schools for you kids.
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TenantsLet’s say you’re the living personification of what a perfect tenant should be: you pay your rent on time, you keep the noise levels reasonable, and plan on being in the same place for a while. Congratulations, you’re ready to consider negotiating your rent. Now it’s time to look at some other key factors.
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