Moving

Apartment Hunting

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Introducing the Compare Tool

Meet our newest feature, the Compare Tool! This feature allows you to compare multiple rentals side-by-side to help you decide the best place to live. What…

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Apartment Hunting

8 Min. Read

Rent by Owner: The Ultimate Guide to Renting from a Landlord

A dream home can take many forms. Yours might be a cozy studio in a high-rise apartment with great amenities, a trendy beachside condo, or a…

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Apartment Hunting

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Where and How to Update Your Address When Moving

Once all the “fun” of moving subsides – and you’ve finally got the Wi-Fi up and running – it’s time to focus on one of the…

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Apartment Hunting

4 Min. Read

Moving Costs You Don't Need

Whether you are moving across town or cross-country, moving costs add up. You will need to plan for moving expenses, from renting a truck to paying…

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Apartment Living

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5 Things a Grownup Should Have In Their Apartment

Look at you, you’ve got your own place. You are killing it, my friend. Adulting hasn’t got a thing on you. Now that you’ve got your…

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Apartment Hunting

5 Min. Read

Moving to Another State: Long Distance Moving Costs

Long distance moves can be either an adventure or a headache, depending on your experience and point of view. According to the U.S Census Bureau, 34.9%…

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Apartment Hunting

4 Min. Read

How Much Does It Really Cost To Move Locally?

In both local and long distance moves, you’ll go through the same process of packing up your apartment, trucking your belongings to another location, and then…

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Senior Living

5 Min. Read

Senior Living: How to Find Low-Income Senior Housing

Updated March 28, 2018 Many senior citizens live on fixed incomes. Unfortunately, programs such as Social Security aren’t always enough to pay for living expenses, including…

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Apartment Living

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Winter Cold Prompts Apartment Interest in Warmer Climates

At ForRent.com, we love crunching numbers. And after shovelling out from the most recent snow storm, we started wondering how the cold weather affects people’s rental…

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Apartment Hunting

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How to Rent Without a Social Security Number

Finding an apartment to rent can be difficult, especially if you are looking to sign a lease without a social security number. With the rise of…

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Apartment Living

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How to Label Your Moving Boxes Like a Pro

Being part of a military family, our entire household has been boxed up and moved seven times. One thing I’ve learned through all these moves is…

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Off-Campus Living

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Cheapest and Most Expensive Off-Campus Housing Markets

Here’s our line-up of the most and least expensive off-campus housing rents, plus tips and tricks on saving money for students trying to choose a college.…

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Apartment Hunting

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Six Signs It’s Time to Move Apartments

One of the advantages of being a renter -- it’s easy to find a new home if you decide it’s not the right fit anymore. The…

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Apartment Living

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Apartment Inspection Checklist: What to Check When Moving In

When you move into a new apartment, property managers will provide you with a checklist either before or immediately after you sign a lease. Here, you’ll…

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Apartment Hunting

4 Min. Read

What to Expect When Moving from a House to an Apartment

Moving from a house to a new apartment can provide you with a brand-new start. But it may also come with many changes that can feel…

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Apartment Living

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How Much Do Moving Boxes Cost?

If you’re about to move to a new apartment, it’s important to have enough moving boxes on hand to make sure you are packing efficiently and…

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Apartment Hunting

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Moving, Selling, Buying: Five Tips When Making a Move

If you’re moving on from a failed relationship, or the loss of a partner in your life, re-establishing your residence can be one of the best…

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Senior Living

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Downsizing Tips: 10 Steps to Ease the Move to a Smaller Home

Post this image on your site! Simply copy and paste the code below. [fdembed]   Deciding to leave your home and move to smaller digs such as…

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Apartment Hunting

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Divorce Decisions – Choosing a New Apartment

Your life plan probably didn't include starting over and moving back to your first apartment... the same way as your promise of "I do" turned into…

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Apartment Hunting

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Planning and Executing Tips for Your Next Move

Moving can be a nightmare, no matter how organized you believe yourself to be. But there is a way to combat theses frustrating powers of moving…

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Apartment Hunting

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Cost Effective Alternatives to Moving Boxes

Anyone who’s tried moving from an old apartment to a new apartment without properly packing knows the value of good moving boxes. When you look at…

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Apartment Living

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Top 10 Necessities When Moving With Your Pet

Planning a move with your pet?  No sweat!  Just take a little extra time to plan and prepare, and the road trip to your new home…

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Apartment Hunting

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Keeping Your Pet Happy and Safe When Moving Into Your New Apartment

You did it! You finally arrived at your new apartment! As you are unpacking and settling in, don’t forget the importance of making sure your furry…

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Apartment Hunting

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7 Things Every Renter Should Do Before Moving

Are you planning to move or even just toying with the idea? Check out these seven things most apartment renters forget to do—or didn’t know they…

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Apartment Hunting

5 Min. Read

10 Questions to Ask Your Future Property Manager Before Moving

You’ve found the rental of your dreams. All you need to do is fill out a few forms and get the keys. But before you pack…

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Apartment Living

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Is It Time to Move In Together?

Couples everywhere are asking when the right time to move in together is. Maybe they’re spending all their time in the same apartment anyway, so it…

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Apartment Living

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Moving In With a Significant Other

There comes a point in most relationships when it’s time to consider taking the next step with your partner. We’re not talking about marriage; we mean…

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Apartment Living

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How Much Will It Cost Me to Move: FAQs

How much does it cost to move? When considering the price point of moving you will need to decide on if you are going to hire…

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Apartment Hunting

5 Min. Read

Tips for Moving In With a Significant Other

Living with your significant other isn’t like having another roommate. There are some choices and situations you just won’t find with a friend or a stranger.…

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Apartment Hunting

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7 Strategies to Cut the Cost of Moving & Save

Moving can be a lot of things: stressful, exhausting, fun and exciting. But most of all, it can be expensive! Between packing supplies and cleanings, opening…

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Apartment Hunting

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Nine Practical Tips on Moving In with Your Significant Other

As far as milestones go, moving in together is a huge one for couples. You’re taking your relationship to the next level and will be merging…

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Apartment Hunting

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Be Sure to Do These 5 Things After Moving Into Your Rental

1. Complete Your Move-In Checklist Once the keys to your new rental are handed over, it can be so tempting to dive right into unpacking, painting,…

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Apartment Hunting

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Things to Do When Moving Across the Country

Are you getting ready to make that big cross-country move? Just the thought of packing up your entire life and relocating thousands of miles away may…

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Apartment Hunting

5 Min. Read

5 Things to Do Before Moving Out of Your Rental

Moving to a new home is often a bittersweet process; you feel the excitement of new surroundings and opportunities, but you have to deal with the…

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Apartment Living

5 Min. Read

Moving to Canada, Eh? Here’s Your Guide

Since 2010, more than 240,000 people have been migrating to Canada every year. According to internet rumblings, come November, that number could shoot up even higher.…

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Apartment Hunting

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Top Tips for a Smooth Move

The big day is here — it’s moving day. Don’t let this day stress you out, though; let’s talk about a few ways to make your…

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Apartment Hunting

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How to Make the Most When Packing to Move

Moving is always a daunting task, but it can be even more intimidating when you need to use your vehicle to transport your belongings. Fortunately, there…

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Apartment Hunting

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Tips to Save Time When Packing for a Move

At one point or another, everyone has to make a move. Whether it’s your first move or a move for a job, we all have to…

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Apartment Living

5 Min. Read

Leveraging Your Tax Return to Help You Move

Moving can be extremely stressful. Between the planning, the packing and the actual move, it’s enough to make anyone swear they’ll never move again. Of course,…

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Apartment Tips

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7 Tips for Saving on Moving Expenses

There’s no doubt about it: moving is expensive. The average cost of moving within your state is about $1,170. And moving between states costs even more,…

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