Articles for Tenants

TL;DR: What is a security deposit? It is a refundable payment, typically equal to one to two months of rent, that tenants pay at...

In today's rental market, catering to tenants' preferences is essential to minimize vacancies and maximize the appeal of your property. Understanding what features renters...

We all know that going green is in these days, and for good reasons, too: global warming, climate changes, diminishing natural resources, carbon emission and growing...

If 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...

Let'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...

Before renting a property, it is imperative to make sure that it is free from any health hazards and won’t compromise your and your...

Although cats are creatures of habit and prefer to stick to familiar environments, sometimes we have to move and bring our feline friends with...

Winter is always long, and by time March rolls it’s nice to have something to remind you that the dead, frozen landscape won’t last...

Congratulations! Your very first apartment! Are you excited, nervous, or even anxious?  That’s normal; there are tons of things to check and prepare for when...

The 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...

Checkbook, what’s a checkbook? If you rent, you probably keep one of these relics next to your rotary dial phone just to write out...

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we asked landlords what makes them love their tenants. Here's what we found out: Make a good first impression// Fill...