Renting
Pros & Cons: Renting in the Suburbs vs. Downtown
It’s the age-old question: downtown or suburb? If you’re moving to a new city, there’s a good chance that you’ve…
Vibrant Small Towns in America’s Heartland Are the Best Cities for Gen Z Renters
The downtown life in big coastal cities is so last decade. That’s according to the latest data that shows small…
Yardi Launches Emergency Rental Assistance Software for Managing and Distributing Rental Aid During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In light of the ongoing pandemic and its economic impact across the U.S., Yardi, a real estate technology provider, has…
9 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Renters Insurance
Renters insurance is something that many tenants blindly go without, and only in hindsight realize how important it is. While…
10 Dreamy & Remote Cabins for a Break From Apartment Life
With the cold season already upon us, there’s no better remedy than cozying up in a nice, lovely cabin somewhere…
How to Hunt for an Apartment During the Pandemic
Apartment hunting can be a stressful process. Between moving fees, hidden defects and rental scams, finding a place that fits…
No Credit Apartments: How to Land a Lease Without a Credit History
Good credit is essential not only when buying a home, but also when applying for a small loan, buying a…
The Pros and Cons of Virtual Tours
In the wake of Covid-19, the real estate industry has experienced significant changes in the way we help potential tenants and buyers. This…
A Little Corner of the World: American Apartments Versus European Flats
Now more than ever, your home should be your refuge. It doesn’t matter whether you’re living in a charming bungalow…
Cities with the Most and the Least Apartment Space: How Much Square Footage per Person Can You Get?
At a time when most of us are required to stay at home, the idea of space takes on a…
RentCafe Tech: How to Manage Your Apartment with Zero Face-to-Face Interaction
Who would have thought that such a harmless-sounding term as “social distancing” could pack such a punch into our daily…
Living in Apartment Buildings with Gyms: Fitness Amenities Are Present in 9 out of 10 New Apartment Buildings
Many people start the new year with big plans to get fit. While some manage to carry out this resolution,…
Renting vs Buying: Which Is Better & When
One of the most common personal finance questions out there — and an age-old dilemma — is renting vs buying….
8 Questions to Ask Before Signing a Lease Agreement
Finding that perfect apartment is cause for celebration, and one of the next steps to make it a renter’s new…
How to Find a Rental Property If You Have a Disability
Life with a disability is difficult because not everything is under your control. Renting is no different. Unlike buying a…
Expert Interview: What to Consider Before Renewing Your Lease
Decisions can be stressful even for the calmest of us, and pros and cons lists are insufficient when you’re not…
What You Should Know When Renting with Kids
Finding the right home when you have children can be difficult, often resulting in months of frustrated searching until you…
14 Popular Amenities to Look for When Renting an Apartment
Looking for an apartment? It’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the options available, especially when it comes to selecting…
On the Edge of Affordability: Rents Set to Outpace Wages in Top Emerging Tech Hubs
While there are clear advantages to living in or near tech hubs, more people relocating to these cities can put…
Expert Interview: Receiving an Apartment Rent Increase Notice
RentCafe is bringing you a series of interviews that address the most common landlord-tenant legal matters. Our goal is to inform…
Expert Interview: The Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment Explained
RentCafe is bringing you a series of interviews that address the most common landlord-tenant legal matters. Our goal is to inform…
When Is a Suburban Rental the Best Bet for You?
Historically, tenants associated the rental lifestyle with an apartment in an urban area. In the post-recession boom, millennials moved en…
Reasons for Hiring a Realtor to Find Rent in a Competitive Rental Market
Article written by Dani Vanderboegh from Homelight When people think ‘realtor’, they often think of the home-buying or home-selling process, but real…
Expert Interview: What You Should Know About an Unlawful Detainer
RentCafe is bringing you a series of interviews that address the most common landlord-tenant legal matters. Our goal is to inform…
Expert Interview: How to Handle a Pay or Quit Notice
RentCafe is bringing you a series of interviews that address the most common landlord-tenant legal matters. Our goal is to…
The Median Income Gives Renters Access to More Than Two Thirds of the Stock in Raleigh, San Francisco and Omaha
Key takeaways: The median income provides burden-free access to 49% of all U.S. rentals, up from 38% in 2011. Access…
Tech Trends in Renting: The Rise of the Smart Apartment
The major draw of technology is the concept of making life more convenient for users, so it’s no surprise that…
Dorm vs. Off-Campus Housing? Here’s What You Need to Know
The choice between a dorm and an apartment away from campus can be just as confusing as deciding which school…
What Is a Pied-Ã -Terre and Why Would You Want to Live in One?
If you’ve been browsing the property listings of a major city, like New York, you’re bound to come across the…
Online Resident Portals: The Benefits You Should Know About
With digital technology being an integrated part of our lives now, more and more improvements are developed in order to make…