Renter’s Advice and Resources

Receiving an eviction notice is jarring, if not devastating. Even if you knew it was coming, the idea of losing your home can cause instant panic. But before you make any big decisions, it’s important to know what your rights are

Cassie Damewood

 · Feb 25, 2020

If you’re planning on moving into a new apartment or renting for the first time, you’ve probably thought more than once about how a credit check by a prospective landlord would affect your chances of locking down the place you want.

Cassie Damewood

 · Feb 4, 2020

When you rent a townhouse, condominium, or a single-family home in a neighborhood of houses that has been deemed a formal community or subdivision, you may be subject to following the rules and regulations of a Homeowners Association (HOA). The HOA’s presumed function is to keep the quality of the community high to keep the […]

Cassie Damewood

 · Sep 26, 2019

It’s something no one wants to have to deal with: a situation has come up that necessitates you breaking your lease agreement.

Juliette Moore

 · Sep 17, 2019

Life is full of seemingly impossible demands. For instance, getting your first job without any experience — because no one will give you a job just to get experience, right? Renting an apartment with no credit history can be equally frustrating

Cassie Damewood

 · Sep 3, 2019

Rumors are running wild around the pristine pool, between the treadmills, and down the well-manicured walkways of your apartment. Word is that your apartment’s owner is selling the place. Sally Sue down in apartment 17 claims everyone has to move out by the end of the month, or the new owner will come in and repossess all property left in your apartment. Is Sally Sue right? What can you do in this situation? Read on to find the answers to the multitude of questions likely to be racing through your mind at this moment.

Cassie Damewood

 · Aug 29, 2019

Are you, or is someone you know, a veteran of the United States military? If so, you may be wondering what options exist for housing assistance after your service is complete. As a demographic, veterans more are at risk of homelessness than most other groups, and they often require specialized support in order to integrate […]

Juliette Moore

 · Aug 20, 2019

If a neighbor is exhibiting hostile, defiant, or deliberate and targeted harassment, make sure to follow these steps to amicably and safely resolve the situation.

Juliette Moore

 · Jul 23, 2019

In an age where texts and emails are the preferred forms of communication, it’s safe to say that letter writing has become a foreign concept to many people. But in some professional situations — like when you need to complain to your landlord about problems with your apartment — you’ll find that a formal, typed […]

Cassie Damewood

 · Apr 18, 2019