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How to Find an Apartment to Rent

So you already read our guide on how to rent an apartment, you’ve decided the first plants you’ll have and the style you want to give to your first apartment. You’ve decided you’re ready to embark on a journey and find an apartment to live in on your own, with roommates or your partner. Where do you go to find an apartment? Below is a list of places that we highly recommend checking out to find apartment rentals. Where to Find Apartment to Rent Here are some of our favorite places to search for the perfect apartment. Apartment List Apartments.com Apartment Guide Hotpads Lovely Rent.com Rentals.com Rent Jungle Rentometer Trulia Zillow Zumper Facebook Marketplace (search for groups or listings in your area) Local newspaper Craigslist – Be careful for scammers and ask to meet in person before committing to a place. Pennysaver (printed or online listings) Local university housing listings and boards…

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How to Negotiate Rent Increases and Save Money

So your lease is up for renewal! It’s most likely that your landlord or property manager will do what they can to keep you renting their apartment.  61 percent of landlords polled by the real estate website Zillow said they would accept a lower rent payment if there wasn’t much competition for a property. This means there is a good chance for you to negotiate a lower rent cost! There are also many benefits to renewing your lease, such as avoiding the cost and hassle of switching apartments, paying movers, and security deposits. It also makes sense to renew during the pandemic while work from home orders are in effect and no one is really able to travel freely just yet. If for whatever reason you are unable to renew, you can continue to pay rent after your lease is up, but also know that as you transition into a…

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