Oh My Apartment

A user passed along this article as a good overview of how to get the most out of your rental, and we thought you might find it interesting and informative.

Here’s a summary from the full article; click the link below to read these tips and the comments from this top personal finance website publisher.

Top 8 Tips for Apartment Renting

• 1. Search smart.
• 2. Read — and understand — your lease.
• 3. Spell out roommate responsibilities in advance.
• 4. Get renter’s insurance.
• 5. Get credit for your rent payments.
• 6. Complain effectively.
• 7. Make it homey without spending a fortune.
• 8. Know your rights in foreclosure.

Full article here.

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