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  • The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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    The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

    Written by Marie Brown
    05/21/2025

    You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

  • The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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    The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

    Written by Bobbi Jackson
    05/05/2025

    If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

  • Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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    Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

    Written by Sandy Baker
    04/30/2025

    Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

  • Upgrade Your Rental: 10 Must-Have Apartment Amenities for Renters
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    Upgrade Your Rental: 10 Must-Have Apartment Amenities for Renters

    Written by Bob Mallory
    04/28/2025

    Finding the right apartment has become much more nuanced in the 2020s. It's not enough to find a place that provides a roof over your head and a few old appliances.

  • The Benefits of Having Non-Carpeted Floors
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    The Benefits of Having Non-Carpeted Floors

    Written by Justin Habersaat
    04/02/2025

    Picture this: You’re settled on the couch with a hot slice of pizza and a refreshing drink.

  • Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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.

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

  • The 5 Important Steps of The Apartment Leasing Process
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    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.

  • Timing Your Apartment Search Is Crucial
    Finding the Right Apartment in Today's Market: Tips for a Smooth Search

    Timing Your Apartment Search Is Crucial

    Written by Chris Willis
    01/26/2022

    Finding an apartment in 2025 can feel like a real challenge, especially with rental prices and competition on the rise. But with the right strategies, you can make your search a whole lot easier.

  • Renewing Your Lease: The Smart Choice for 2024
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    Renewing Your Lease: The Smart Choice for 2024

    Written by Trey Huguley
    01/01/2017

    To move or not to move? That’s the big question every renter faces at some point. For many, the answer is simple: DON’T MOVE. RENEW!

  • 5 Ways to Evaluate Apartments Over the Phone
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    5 Ways to Evaluate Apartments Over the Phone

    Written by Trey Huguley
    11/12/2016

    You’ve looked up the information and compared thousands of apartments online. You’ve found the pictures, floor plans, maps, amenities, and details of the places you’re most interested in and cut out the rest.

  • Two Quick Tips On Finding A Great Place and Getting A Good Deal
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    Two Quick Tips On Finding A Great Place and Getting A Good Deal

    Written by Trey Huguley
    11/08/2012

    No matter how great your abode may be, paying less for it would be even better.

  • Happiness Is an Apartment Over A Home
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    Happiness Is an Apartment Over A Home

    Written by Staff Writer
    08/28/2012

    Apartment living is the recipe for happiness.

  • A Couple Of Great Tips On Finding An Apartment That Fits Your Fancy
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    A Couple Of Great Tips On Finding An Apartment That Fits Your Fancy

    Written by Staff Writer
    05/14/2012

    No matter how great your abode may be, paying less for it would be even better.

  • Moving Into Your First Apartment: Why It's More Exciting Than You Think
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    Moving Into Your First Apartment: Why It's More Exciting Than You Think

    Written by Chris Willis
    10/09/2011

    A friend recently confided in me about their nerves over moving into their first apartment. Instead of brushing it off or teasing them, I decided to share some words of encouragement.

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

  • Dorms Vs. Apartments: Where do I turn?
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    Dorms Vs. Apartments: Where do I turn?

    Written by Trey Huguley
    08/08/2009

    If I had a nickel for every time I have answered the question, "When I'm in college is it better to live in a dorm or in an apartment?" I would be a very rich man.

  • Location is the Key Apartment Search Factor
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    Location is the Key Apartment Search Factor

    Written by Trey Huguley
    07/08/2009

    When searching for apartments many of us concentrate on amenities, features and price, but often one extremely important factor is overlooked.

  • Why Find a Place with Wi-Fi?
    Tips for Finding a Great Place

    Why Find a Place with Wi-Fi?

    Written by Justin Habersaat
    05/18/2009

    Will modern technology ever cease to amaze.

  • More Tips on Spotting a Spotless Apartment
    Tips for Finding a Great Place

    More Tips on Spotting a Spotless Apartment

    Written by Staff Writer
    12/01/2008

    In our previous article, "How to Spot a Spotless Apartment", we told you that the best way to insure that you are moving into a great place is to run a little reconnaissance and check it out first.

  • How To Spot a Spotless Apartment
    Tips for Finding a Great Place

    How To Spot a Spotless Apartment

    Written by Staff Writer
    11/12/2008

    Here’s the happs: Everybody wants to have a wonderfully pristine place to lay their heads. If cleanliness is next to godliness, than entering your new, clean abode should be like a religious experience.

  • 6 Reasons Why Apartment Life Rocks the House - er - Apartment
    Apartment Lifestyle

    6 Reasons Why Apartment Life Rocks the House - er - Apartment

    Written by Trey Huguley
    08/04/2008

    It took an extensive brainstorming session, but my team of me and me, came up with the Top 6 reasons that living in an apartment ROCKS! Schultz won't be asking me any more dumb questions....wait...yeah right.

  • Finding That Happy Place
    Tips for Finding a Great Place

    Finding That Happy Place

    Written by Brianne Lovin
    10/19/2007

    What truly makes you happy? It’s a question as vast and layered as life itself, with countless answers for each of us.

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