How to Evict a Tenant: What You Need to Know

A tenant gets evicted every four minutes in the United States. Unfortunately, the tenant you hoped would be perfect can sometimes cause you stress, financial problems, and loss of time while you try to...
Understanding Landlord Harassment

Understanding Landlord Harassment: What You Need to Know

While the majority of Americans today own their homes, nearly 37% of US households rent their place of residence. As more people choose to rent instead of buy, and vacancy rates remain stagnant, the...

How To Get Your Landlord’s Consent To Sublease

"Ah, I'm so excited!" Setting the phone down, smiling from ear to ear, Bree just got the best kind of news. Her job had just chosen her to help...

Protect Yourself: Benefits of Renters Insurance

Do you want renters insurance? No, you need renters insurance. If you're a tenant, you better have renters insurance. But unfortunately, only about 37% of renters do. Regardless...
The Right Way to Handle a Rent Increase

The Right Way to Handle a Rent Increase

The residential rental market in the U.S is booming. According to research, rental prices are soaring by between 10 and 15 percent in many markets. However, even with the increments in prices, you cannot raise...

Who Do You Call When Your Landlord Will Not Fix Things?

When you think about home, you probably think about a two-story house with a nice backyard. That's what the American Dream tells us home is, anyway. Today's reality is very different. In...

How Long Does the Eviction Process Take?

There are many great reasons to be a landlord. It's an investment that gives you a steady stream of income for a long period of time. On top of that, the property you own...

Why Do Apartments Raise Rent Every Year? A Tenant’s Guide

It’s a beautiful sunny morning in your downtown apartment. You pour yourself a cup of coffee and proceed to settle down on the couch. You’re upbeat and excited about your upcoming trip...
What Is the Proper Amount of Notice to Terminate Tenancy for Renters?

What Is the Proper Amount of Notice to Terminate Tenancy for Renters?

According to the Census Bureau, 11.2 percent of people picked up and moved in 2016. For most people, the move is to a new part of town or a city a...
Free California Lease Agreement Tips

Free California Lease Agreement Tips

Are you thinking of buying or renting in California? If you answered 'yes', you’re smart. In fact, you’re very smart. Renting has become extremely popular because...