What to do when you can’t pay rent: Rent strike alternatives
April was supposed to be one of the most challenging months for the American renters. According to the Pew Research Center study, 28% of...
Moving? Here’s how to safely show your apartment
Rental showings during the coronavirus outbreak are one more challenge for landlords and property owners. Tenants are also in a difficult position right now:...
5 Tips to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle
The headlines about climate change over the past few years have been dire. “Climate change adversely affecting Virginians’ health”, “Central Florida heatwaves bring urgency of...
What is alternative credit data and how does it impact your...
Recently I have started to see a lot of companies talking about alternative credit data. Naturally, I became curious and wanted to know what...
What should you legally include in a maintenance request?
Who’s responsible for the repairs in rental properties? In most cases, that’s purely a landlord’s job. But to get everything fixed in a proper...
How to recognize and avoid apartment rental scams
When searching for a new apartment to rent, you’ll probably run into a few listings that make you wonder if it's too good to...
When should I hire a moving company?
It's time to move out of your rental, which probably means testing the extent of your planning skills in a way you've never known...
Am I allowed to Airbnb my rental?
If 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...
Rental application fees: What you need to know
When you’re moving into a new place, it can feel like unexpected fees and costs pop up all the time. One relatively low fee...
5 things your renters insurance policy doesn’t cover
Renters insurance is a big help when your property is lost, broken or stolen. It’s also a big help when you accidentally damage your...
How to find your perfect rental home fast
There are actually a lot of benefits to renting a place- you get all the privacy and space you want without the worry of...
5 ways to get your deposit back
Most landlords require a security deposit, sometimes called a safety or damage deposit, prior to you moving in. They do this as a safety...