When sharing an apartment with a friend, be sure you understand the risks in case the living situation does not work out. Often, renters mistakenly believe they can move out whenever they want, choose another renter to take their place, and get their security deposit back immediately.
However, a rental agreement is a binding contract. […]
If you are a renter, you should consider obtaining renters insurance to insure your personal property. You may be surprised by the cost of replacing your belongings as a result of an unfortunate accident. The value of your furniture, televisions, stereo equipment, computers, clothing and jewelry can easily add up to several thousand dollars.
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Finding the right place to rent is an important decision. If you are renting for the first time, the ordeal may seem overwhelming. You probably have a lot of questions and may not know where to obtain the correct answers.
To help first-time renters through this process, the California Apartment Association (CAA) is distributing […]
The cost of renting is primarily affected by supply and demand. When there are more renters competing for a limited number of rental units, rents typically rise. On the other hand, when there are more vacancies than the supply of qualified applicants, rents usually drop.
Currently, the rental market in the Sacramento Valley region […]
When you apply to rent a place to live, you probably will be asked to pay an application fee. By law, the maximum fee that can be charged is about $34 per adult over the age of 18. This amount is based upon a state law that limits the fee to $30 plus annual adjustments […]
When rental owners are considering your application, they place a lot of importance on references from the owner or manager of your previous rental. Therefore, your rental history is as important as your credit history.
To see if you have a good rental history, ask yourself the same questions that most rental owners ask […]
Nowadays, apartments and rental homes include many major appliances for the convenience of renters. Common appliances found in a typical rental include a range, oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher and perhaps a washer and dryer. When any one of these appliances stops working, it can cause an inconvenience.
Keeping these appliances in working condition is the […]
Keeping pests, such as ants and roaches, out of your rental unit requires teamwork between you and your property manager. Many property managers contract with a professional pest control service to apply pesticides to the exterior of your rental unit.
However, when you discover these pests inside your unit, try to determine the […]
If you have any type of pet, be sure to ask your rental manager about the pet policy for the property. Concealing that you have a pet or obtaining a pet at a later date without permission is a bad idea. It may result in your eviction for breaking the terms of the rental […]
When sharing a rental with one or more roommates, make certain that everyone understands how to handle the payment of rent. Trouble begins when one roommate cannot pay his or her portion.
You and your roommates must understand that everyone included in the rental agreement or lease is equally liable for payment of the entire […]