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Leasing and Leases

Everything You Need to Know About the Apartment Leasing Process

  • Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
    Renter University

    Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

    Written by Christine Leonard, Esq.
    08/29/2025

    For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

  • When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early
    Renter University

    When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early

    Written by Christine Leonard, Esq.
    07/31/2025

    When searching for a new rental property, you may be focused on your immediate needs and timeline. Of course, when signing a lease, it's important to review the length of the lease.

  • Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
    Renter University

    Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

    Written by Christine Leonard, Esq.
    07/29/2025

    Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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

    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
    Renter University

    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
    Renter University

    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.

  • Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
    Renter University

    Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

    Written by Christine Leonard, Esq.
    03/24/2025

    Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

  • Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
    Renter University

    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
    Renter University

    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
    Renter University

    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
    Renter University

    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
    Renter University

    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?
    Renter University

    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
    Renter University

    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
    Renter University

    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.

  • Overstayed Welcome: How Long Is A Guest Just A Guest
    Apartment Lifestyle

    Overstayed Welcome: How Long Is A Guest Just A Guest

    Written by Staff Writer
    05/30/2017

    Many of us have house guests staying with us at our apartments at some point during the holidays. Some of them may stay only a night and some might be crashing on our couches for weeks.

  • Renewing Your Lease: The Smart Choice for 2024
    Tips for Finding a Great Place

    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!

  • Everyone Who Lives With You Should Be On The Lease
    Tips for Finding a Great Place

    Everyone Who Lives With You Should Be On The Lease

    Written by Justin Habersaat
    07/30/2011

    I have seen it time and time again.

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

    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?

  • A Few Facts on Subletting
    Community Living

    A Few Facts on Subletting

    Written by Staff Writer
    01/16/2010

    Imagine that work, school, or another important factor in your life is forcing you to relocate, but there's only one problem...you are still under your lease.

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