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The Modern Renter

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Apartment Hunting

4 Min. Read

How Much Can I Spend on Rent?

Rent is often the largest expense in your monthly budget, so determining how much of your income should go towards it is essential to avoid overspending.…

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Apartment Living

8 Min. Read

Apartment Safety 101

One of the biggest draws to apartment living is safety. Most apartment buildings have helpful security features like gated entrances, surveillance cameras, and on-site management. However,…

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Apartment Hunting

5 Min. Read

What Is a Look and Lease Special?

Rental landscapes are always changing. While the market sometimes sways in the landlord’s favor, other times, the ball is in the renter’s court. In the latter…

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Apartment Living

7 Min. Read

How to Create a Beautiful Patio or Balcony Space

Renting an apartment often means letting go of the luxury of a big, private yard. However, just because you’re in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t…

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Apartment Living

7 Min. Read

The Pros and Cons of Renting a House

There are many reasons why you might choose to rent a house. Whether you want more yard space for your pet, privacy from neighbors, or the…

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Apartment Living

8 Min. Read

How to Create the Perfect Reading Nook in Your Rental Home

Creating a reading nook is a great way to make your space feel like home. Even if you’re not the biggest bookworm, dedicating a spot to…

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Apartment Hunting

8 Min. Read

Condo vs. Apartment: Which Is Better for You?

Of all the rental property types, condos and apartments are the most difficult to distinguish. Unlike houses or townhomes, apartments and condos lack clear, physical distinctions…

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Apartment Living

10 Min. Read

6 Best Smart Devices for Your Rental

Just because you live in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t have a “smart home.” Even with limited square footage or strict lease parameters, there are…

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Apartment Hunting

8 Min. Read

House vs. Townhome: Which Fits You Best?

If you’ve ruled out renting an apartment or a condo, your remaining choices are a townhome or a single-family house. Though only four letters differentiate them,…

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Apartment Living

9 Min. Read

Best Tips for Renting with Roommates

Renting with roommates has its ups and downs. Yes, it saves you money on rent and living expenses. And yes, sometimes it means having a built-in…

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Apartment Living

7 Min. Read

15 Tips for Renting an Apartment with a Pet

Renting with a roommate can be difficult -- especially when they’re furry, four-legged, and attached to your hip. Yes, we’re talking about pets, both a man’s…

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Home Decor

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7 Ways to Decorate a Rental for the Holidays

Now that the holiday season is knocking, you might be itching to transform your rental into a festive oasis. But those nails you use to hang…

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