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  • Woman cuddling pet in apartment.

    How to Negotiate a Pet with Your Landlord

    Home September 28, 2022

    If you’ve worried about finding quality housing that will welcome your pet, you’re in good company. Navigating a tight rental market can be especially frustrating for pet owners. However, it is possible to negotiate your pet with your landlord whether you’ve found a home you would like to rent or are hoping to bring a...

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  • A potential homebuyer and real estate agent enter the front door of a house for sale.

    Renting an apartment versus buying a house: Which is right for you?

    Buying / Selling March 26, 2025

    Making the transition from renting an apartment to buying a home is a big step that can impact your finances and your lifestyle, so it’s important to understand the pros and cons first. You may want more room and autonomy over your living space. Or you may prefer the conveniences of apartment living, particularly in...

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    How to Find Apartments for Rent

    Buying / Selling December 17, 2024

    Looking for a home or apartment to rent can be difficult and stressful. Perhaps you’re competing with a large number of people for a specific unit, or you’re searching in a popular location. Often renters will wait until the last minute to look for another apartment, but it’s key to work ahead and have a...

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  • A young couple unpacking a box during a move.

    Apartment Moving Out Checklist: A Tenant’s Guide to Getting Your Security Deposit Back

    Home October 17, 2024

    The end of your lease is approaching, and it’s almost time to move. One of the key things you might be concerned about is whether you’ll get your security deposit back. Our moving-out checklist details what typically needs to be cleaned in an apartment to help you get your security deposit returned. Review the move-out...

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    8 Ways to Improve Security in First Floor Apartments

    Home May 8, 2024

    Check out these safety tips to protect yourself and secure your ground-floor apartment from break-ins and burglary.

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  • A woman works on a laptop on a couch.

    How to Make Extra Money: The 13 Best Side Hustles

    Family & Life November 21, 2023

    Are you looking for a way to help reach your financial goals? You’re not alone. 44% of working Americans have a side hustle. [1] Whether you’re looking for some extra cash, making ends meet, trying to keep up with inflation or just looking for something to do after work, a side hustle could be right...

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    What are the Different Types of Apartments?

    Home September 12, 2022

    With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to find the right apartment for you. You’ll want to consider a variety of features when looking at apartments, such as location, price and apartment type. Some common apartment types to consider are studio, loft, garden units, walk-ups, penthouses and more. To help you...

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    What is a Business Plan and Why is it Important?

    Starting January 6, 2022

    What is a business plan? Whether you’re starting a small business or exploring ways to expand an existing one, a business plan is an important tool to help guide your decisions. Think of it as a roadmap to success, providing greater clarity on all aspects of your business, from marketing and finance to operations and...

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    How to Secure Your Door When You’re a Renter

    Home July 16, 2021

    It may be just a rental, but it’s got all your stuff in it. There are many boxes to check when you’re on the hunt for a new rental apartment, and security slips many renters’ minds at viewings. You should always pay very close attention, not just to the security of the building itself, but...

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    How Much Should You Spend on Rent?

    Home March 11, 2021

    Learning how to live on your own can be an exciting time in your life, but it’s also a big and costly transition. One of the first and most important decisions you’ll need to make involves finding a place to live that fits your budget. Because this is typically your largest expense, it raises the...

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    How to Build Your Credit

    My Money February 26, 2021

    Now more than ever it’s difficult to navigate life without a solid credit history. From applying for a loan to renting an apartment, good credit is a must. If you’re just starting out and lack any form of credit history – or the information on your credit report is mostly negative – the following are...

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    How to Deal with Loud Neighbors

    Moving August 3, 2020

    When you live in an apartment or a townhouse, no matter how nice the location and your home, there’s always the possibility you will have to deal with loud neighbors. It can be an issue from the start or can occur years down the line or after someone new moves next door. Knowing how to...

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    Moving Checklist: Tips for Moving Out of State

    Family & Life June 22, 2020

    Moving is almost always a process that requires ample planning, but moving to a different state has its own unique challenges. Moving to another state means everything is different — from a new home and school to new doctors and pet groomers. And that’s not to mention the task of boxing up your entire life...

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    How to Negotiate Your Rent

    Moving February 27, 2020

    Whether you’re apartment hunting and the perfect place is slightly out of your price range, or your landlord is raising the rent on your current apartment, you can negotiate your rent. It sounds intimidating, but with a little strategy, you just might win over the landlord. Here are some ways you can go about negotiating...

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  • A family dances in a living room.

    10 Home Improvements That Add Value

    Maintenance October 1, 2019

    Imagine your home with a new, fully remodeled kitchen – or a carpeted recreation room in the basement for the kids. Home improvements and upgrades not only make a space more pleasant to live in, they can also add value to your house.

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