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What to Look For When You’re Hunting for a Rental House

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So you’re on the lookout for a rental house. That’s great! But if you’re new to the house hunt, you might not know exactly what to look for in a rental home. That What maintenance is required Houses often require more maintenance than apartments. This is especially true due to the outdoor space we discussed […]

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 […]

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs

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Maybe your parents said, “Don’t let the bed bugs bite!” as they shut your bedroom door at night when you were little. Did you take a few seconds to wonder exactly what bed bugs were, and how you could stop them from biting? Now that you’ve got your own rental, it’s definitely worth learning a […]

How to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Apartment

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You might think that if you can’t see any mold in your apartment right now, you’re all good, and you can keep chugging along as you always do. Unfortunately, this might not be the case. Mold has the tendency to pop up unexpectedly. Taking steps to actively prevent mold growth is the only way to […]

How to Tour an Apartment Like a Pro

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Want to find an amazing rental?  Did you tour an apartment and are still not quite sure if it is the right place to make a home?  Some of these tricks even work when you can’t tour the apartment in person. We asked a few apartment maintenance professionals what to look for when you’re touring an […]