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Renter University is a helpful toolset of articles focused on helping renters understand the sometimes difficult ins and outs of the entire process of leasing an apartment or home.

  • Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

    Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

    Written by Trey Huguley
    10/28/2024

    When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.

  • What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

    What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

    Written by Trey Huguley
    10/22/2024

    When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

  • Real Estate Term Glossary: Your Guide to The A to Zs of Renting

    Real Estate Term Glossary: Your Guide to The A to Zs of Renting

    Written by Kevin Ready
    05/15/2024

    Navigating the world of real estate can reveal an abundance of terminology and phrasing around the topics of renting and buying that for some may seem like a brand-new language.

  • Navigating the World of Low-Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

    Navigating the World of Low-Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

    Written by Kevin Ready
    04/29/2024

    Are you having difficulty keeping up with bills or paying the rent? If so, you are not alone. Many families struggle to keep up with rents that have increased up to 40% in the past decade.

  • Loft Apartments Explained: An Answer Guide for Prospective Renters

    Loft Apartments Explained: An Answer Guide for Prospective Renters

    Written by Kevin Ready
    04/18/2024

    Loft apartments are iconic in the world of urban living, offering unique and stylish living spaces, most often in the heart of major cities.

  • What is An Apartment Locator, and Why Would I Use One?

    What is An Apartment Locator, and Why Would I Use One?

    Written by Kevin Ready
    03/24/2024

    An apartment locator is a professional service that assists you in finding an apartment or home rental.

  • How to Be Prepared to Sign Your Lease

    How to Be Prepared to Sign Your Lease

    Written by Trey Huguley
    12/19/2023

    With so many steps in the process from the initial search through your move-in date, the journey can at time become quite confusing and overwhelming on your search for the perfect new apartment or rental home.

  • What to Do If You Think Your Roommate Stole Your Money

    What to Do If You Think Your Roommate Stole Your Money

    Written by Justin Habersaat
    05/02/2023

    Suspecting your roommate of stealing from you is a tough situation to handle, especially if it turns out to be a misunderstanding.

  • The 5 Important Steps of The Apartment Leasing Process

    The 5 Important Steps of The Apartment Leasing Process

    Written by Trey Huguley
    04/20/2022

    If you’re leasing an apartment for the first time, the process can feel overwhelming. You might find yourself asking, "What happens next?" This uncertainty can lead to various emotions and added stress.

  • Real Estate Market Tempting? Why Renting Is Still A Much Better Idea!

    Real Estate Market Tempting? Why Renting Is Still A Much Better Idea!

    Written by Justin Habersaat
    12/04/2010

    We often hear phrases like “It’s a buyer’s market” or “It’s a seller’s market” thrown around when discussing real estate. But what does it really mean for you?

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