Owning your place is often described as part of the American Dream. However, in reality, Insider notes that there are several financial reasons why renting a home or apartment can be better for you than buying. Safely Finance outlines four benefits going the rental route gives you.

Reading a lease

July 7, 2022

No renter avoids reading a lease. No matter what size apartment or home, where you choose to live, or how you pay for your move, you will need to read and understand the terms and conditions of your rental agreement. If you do not understand your lease, you could end up signing a legally binding document that puts you into a sticky situation without you even knowing it.

What does “no deposit” mean?

July 5, 2022

To reduce your total moving and renting costs, you might consider a “no deposit” lease. So, what does “no deposit” mean? It’s simple: you sign a lease to rent an apartment without needing to park cash with your landlord upfront. The basic concept is straightforward, but there are some details that you need to know.

Landlord selling house? Know your tenant rights

July 1, 2022

Real estate owners can buy and sell as they choose. As property owners, the decision to hold onto an asset or to sell it remains their personal choice. However, that does not mean that a landlord can sell your home out from underneath you without any notice or consideration.

Moving help and moving assistance

June 29, 2022

Looking for moving help? You have options! Friends and family can help with simple relocation. For anything more than a few boxes, you might want to consider professional moving assistance. Finding moving help is easier than you may think. Here are 3 ways to find moving help and moving assistance near you.

How to rent a moving truck

June 21, 2022

Packing and moving your own belongings saves money. It also means greater control and flexibility for your moving plans. When you “do it yourself,” you get to decide when to start boxing up, how to organize all your items, and where to unpack each box when you arrive at your new home. For many, more control and lower expenses feels like the obvious choice.

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4 Advantages Renters Have Over Homeowners by Amos Faulkner from Do Money Well