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February 2, 2017

Is Your Landlord Breaking the Law?

BernardaSv/iStock/Thinkstock Most renters understand the common-sense basics of landlords overstepping their authority. A landlord cannot raise your rent in the middle of the lease, evict you because he wants to The post Is Your Landlord Breaking the Law? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

5 Key Questions to Ask While College Apartment Hunting

Catherine Yeulet/iStock/Thinkstock When touring apartments for rent while attending college, don't forget to ask your landlord these five key questions. 1. Does each tenant sign her own contract? If one The post 5 Key Questions to Ask While College Apartment Hunting appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

What Your Lease Probably Doesn't Include (But Should)

Finding a great place to live isn't just about location or amenities. If you rent, what's spelled out in the lease can make or break your living experience. The issue The post What Your Lease Probably Doesn't Include (But Should) appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

4 Tips for Living With More Than 4 Roommates

monkeybusinessimages/iStock An upperclassman living in off-campus housing faces a number of responsibilities. Between grocery shopping, paying rent, dealing with a landlord and living with multiple roommates, it's a wonder anyone can keep up The post 4 Tips for Living With More Than 4 Roommates appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

I Just Got an Eviction Notice. Now What?

Whatever your circumstances, dealing with an eviction notice is stressful. However, it doesn't necessarily mean you're out of a place tomorrow -- you just need to know how to proceed. What does the notice The post I Just Got an Eviction Notice. Now What? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

5 New Year's Resolutions to Help You Get Your Own Place

Many people make new year's resolutions to quit vices, get in better shape or take a dream vacation. However, if you've been stuck at home with the folks -- or in an apartment The post 5 New Year's Resolutions to Help You Get Your Own Place appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Should You Become a Landlord as a First-Time Home Buyer?

For most people, the goal of being a first-time home buyer is enough. For others, it isn't -- they want to be first-time landlords, too. And while it may be challenging to The post Should You Become a Landlord as a First-Time Home Buyer? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

How Can I Evict a Problem Tenant?

Because a lease is a binding contract, a landlord may be able to evict a problem tenant if the terms of the contract are not being honored. The post How Can I Evict a Problem Tenant? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

5 Tips for College Students Filling Out Rental Applications

You're away at school and you're ready to embark on a new adventure. What do you need to know before you fill out a rental application for the first time? The post 5 Tips for College Students Filling Out Rental Applications appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

6 Mistakes Renters Make

When hunting for their next place, renters should take care to avoid these six mistakes that could cost them time, money, and grief. The post 6 Mistakes Renters Make appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.