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Should You Renew Your Lease or Move Into a New Rental Apartment?

It’s time to do some thinking! You’ve got to decide whether you want to renew your apartment lease or move into a new rental apartment. If you’re not already leaning one way or another, it can be a hard decision to make. That’s why we’re here to help! We’ll walk you through a few good […]

How to Find Your Rental Home’s School District

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If you’re looking to move into a new rental home, there are probably a number of things about the new area you’d like to know. Maybe you’re wondering what green spaces are nearby, or what the community rules are like. If you have kids, however, one of the main things you’ll want to know is […]

Who’s Responsible for What in Your Rental Home?

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If you’re moving into a new rental home, you might be wondering about exactly what your landlord is supposed to do. You know they’ll collect rent, and you know you can call them for certain repairs. But who takes care of what, exactly? Who mows the lawn? If a slat in the porch breaks, who […]

The Best Renter-Friendly Neighborhoods In Los Angeles, CA

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From iconic landmarks and movie theaters to warm and sunny weather, Los Angeles has amazing things to offer its renters. This is one of the most beautiful cities in California. Find out why this lovely area is an excellent place to live. Los Angeles has a reputation as a very expensive city for living, especially […]

Own Your Home and Rent It, Too

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They say that you can’t have your cake and eat it, too. We’d be impressed if you could find a way! However, we at Dwellsy put a slightly different spin on it: We believe that you can own your home and rent it, too. In fact, we think that it can be a smart idea, […]

How and Why to Protect Your Rental Home Against Frozen Pipes

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The recent batch of winter storms across the country are a reminder of how common of a problem frozen pipes can be in rental homes. If you’ve just moved into a rental home, you might be wondering how you might be able to prevent frozen pipes and why they matter so much. We’re here to […]

I Just Got Served An Eviction Notice – What Next?

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If you’ve recently come home to an unexpected eviction notice, we understand you must be absolutely terrified. Hundreds of questions and concerns are likely running through your head. You might also be already thinking about where you will go. However, before anything else, it’s extremely important that you stay calm and don’t panic, because the […]

How to Make Your Rental Application Stand out

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It can be difficult to land a rental apartment that meets all of your needs, especially with competition for rental properties on the rise. You may struggle with your credit score, lack a rental history or face other challenges that make it difficult to find a rental home. To make your rental application stand out, […]

Pet-Proofing Your Rental Home

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If you’re moving into a new rental home with your favorite furry creature, you might be worried about pet safety. Maybe it feels like your new house is full of potential dangers. That’s an understandable concern to have. However, we’re here to give you all of our best tips and tricks to ensure that your […]

Wondering How to Get Your Security Deposit Back? Try These Simple Repairs

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Whether you’re moving in or moving out of your rental, you’re probably wondering how to get your security deposit back. It’s likely that it was a lot of money, so it’s no wonder that you’re determined not to write it off. One of the biggest reasons that landlords keep security deposits is in order to […]