For Renters

Renting your first apartment as a student can create a frustrating problem. The landlord wants to see credit history, rental history, and steady income. You’re a student. You may not have much of any of those yet. That doesn’t mean you’re irresponsible. It usually...

Renting your first apartment is exciting. It can also feel like everyone expects you to already know how the process works. What documents do you need? How much income should you have? Will the landlord check your credit? What if you don’t have credit yet? How much...

An eviction record can make apartment hunting feel impossible. You may have found a place you like, gathered your documents, and felt ready to apply– only to worry that an old eviction filing might show up in a tenant screening report and lead to another denial. So,...

A tenant screening report can affect whether you get approved for an apartment, how much deposit you’re asked to pay, or whether you need a co-signer. The problem is that many renters never see the report until something goes wrong. You may apply for an apartment, get...

If you’ve been searching for apartments, you’ve probably seen listings that say something like: “Applicants must earn 3x the rent.” At first, that sounds simple. But once you start doing the math, questions come up fast. Do they mean before taxes or after taxes? Can...

Finding an apartment with bad credit can feel discouraging. You may see a listing you like, start the application, and then worry that your credit score, collections, rental debt, or past financial problems will get you denied before the landlord looks at anything...

Finding a rental that works for you is hard enough. Finding one that also works for your pet can feel even harder. Maybe you found a place that checks every box. The rent fits your budget. The location works. The photos look good. You can picture yourself living...

Tenant screening is one of the most important parts of renting out a property. A good screening process can help you find a tenant who pays rent on time, follows the lease, communicates clearly, and takes care of the property.  A bad screening process can lead to...

Renting out a property can be a smart way to create income, build long-term wealth, or make use of a home you’re not living in right now. But being a landlord is more than posting photos online and collecting rent. You’re choosing who will live in your property....