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REAL ESTATE February 1, 2017

The Rules on Raising Rent: What Landlords Can (and Can't) Do

What are the rules on raising rent? Read on for the answers to the most common questions, from how high rent can be hiked, how often, and more. The post The Rules on Raising Rent: What Landlords Can (and Can't) Do appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE February 1, 2017

Organize Your Studio Apartment With These 7 Space-Saving Secrets

These pro tips promise to keep your studio apartment uncluttered and organized -- without sacrificing space to breathe. The post Organize Your Studio Apartment With These 7 Space-Saving Secrets appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

How to Write a Roommate Contract -- and Avoid Drama Down the Road

Before moving in with roommates, it's wise to learn how to write a roommate contract detailing expectations about rent, utilities, and more. The post How to Write a Roommate Contract -- and Avoid Drama Down the Road appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

How to Rent an Apartment: Where to Find Them and What Can You Afford?

Here are the ropes for how to rent an apartment, from figuring out how much rent you can afford to pay to the paperwork you'll need handy. The post How to Rent an Apartment: Where to Find Them and What Can You Afford? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

What Is a Constructive Eviction? A Rental Gone Very, Very Wrong

Most renters have heard of eviction, where a landlord kicks out a tenant for unpaid rent or other infraction. But what is a constructive eviction? The post What Is a Constructive Eviction? A Rental Gone Very, Very Wrong appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

How to Find an Apartment (No Craigslist Necessary)

Finding a place to live can seem daunting at first: Where do you look? Check out the following tips on how to find an apartment fast. The post How to Find an Apartment (No Craigslist Necessary) appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

What Is Section 8 Housing? Help Paying Rent (and Not Just in Sketchy Neighborhoods)

People who struggle to pay rent can find affordable housing through a variety of government programs, the biggest of which is called the Housing Choice Vouchers Program, often referred to as "Section 8." So, what is it, exactly? The post What Is Section 8 Housing? Help Paying Rent (and Not Just in Sketchy Neighborhoods) appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

8 Types of Roommate Rules to Help Keep the Peace at Home

To avoid some of the most common co-habitation squabbles, consider clearing the air by laying down some roommate rules ahead of time. The post 8 Types of Roommate Rules to Help Keep the Peace at Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

What Is a Studio Apartment? The Pros and Cons of Studio Life

A studio apartment is a self-contained living unit with the bedroom, living room, and kitchen in one room. The post What Is a Studio Apartment? The Pros and Cons of Studio Life appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

What Is a Guarantor? A Godsend If You Can't Pay Rent

Many landlords are leery of renting to low-income tenants for fear that they may end up unable to pay rent. If you're in this situation, you may consider getting a guarantor. The post What Is a Guarantor? A Godsend If You Can't Pay Rent appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

REAL ESTATE January 31, 2017

What Is an Efficiency Apartment? SOS for Renters on a Budget

An efficiency apartment basically is a home where the kitchen, living, sleeping, and eating areas are all in one room. The post What Is an Efficiency Apartment? SOS for Renters on a Budget appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.