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How to Terminate Your Lease Early

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A lease is a legal contract between a landlord and tenant whereby a landlord permits the tenant to occupy their property for a specific period. After the contract period ends, the tenant may or may not renew it. However, there could be situations where you, as the tenant, might have to terminate your lease earlier. […]

Understanding Your Rental Apartment: Property Manager vs. Landlord

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Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, Dwellsy will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.   If you’re on the hunt for a new rental apartment, you’re probably asking yourself lots of questions. Do you need a pet-friendly situation? Which school district […]

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, […]

Understanding Breed Restrictions and Dog-Friendly Apartments

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Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, Dwellsy will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.   Apartment hunting is already a difficult task. When you throw a pet dog into the mix, finding an apartment for rent can seem impossible. Pets make […]

Apartment Floods and Fires Risk Disclosure

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Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, Dwellsy will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.   When renting an apartment, there are a few essential details that every property manager or landlord is required to give prospective tenants. This typically contains rules, […]

The Complete Guide to Pet-Friendly Apartments

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If you’re a renter with a pet, you’ve probably heard a little bit about pet-friendly apartments. They’re extraordinarily popular among pet owners right now, and for good reason.

The Ins and Outs of Rental Agreement Security Deposits

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Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, Dwellsy will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.   When you rent, whether it’s a house or an apartment, you are required to pay a ‘security deposit.’ Almost every rental agreement includes a deposit that […]

Do you need Renter’s Insurance?

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Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, Dwellsy will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.   For many of us, renter’s insurance might be the first insurance package we ever consider buying – I know it was for me.  And, many landlords […]