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The majority of people rent for years before they finally purchase a home. Find out more about the ins and outs of renting and leasing here.

How To Screen a New Prospective Rental Applicant

 
 
 
 
 
April 23, 2008
By RICHARD MESSLER
Landlords should try and find the best renters available who they think will pay the rent in a timely manner and not damage the rental property. This can be accomplished by performing...

How To Settle into Your First Apartment

 
 
 
 
 
October 3, 2007
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By Melissa S
This article will provide all the information you need to get set up in your first place. It will also provide tips for making living in and affording your apartment much easier!

How To Choose the Right Style Home

 
 
 
 
 
October 2, 2007
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By Cecilia Sherrard
Do you know the difference between a Cape Cod and a Tudor? A bi-level from a split-level home? Learn what each has to offer and how they vary.

How To Make Your Home a Resort

 
 
 
 
 
August 13, 2007
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By Cecilia Sherrard
Turn your home into the space you've always wanted with a few easy changes and steps. There's no place like home but most of us leave it to feel pampered.

How To Find a Real Estate Newsletter

 
 
 
 
 
September 22, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
If you are looking to get into the real estate market, or simply to increase your knowledge about this industry it is wise to invest, or search out a real estate newsletter. Newsletters...

How To Lease To Own a Home

 
 
 
 
 
August 16, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
Many people looking for a new place to live find themselves in a position where they prefer not to rent, but cannot swallow the idea of making that big purchase.  For some, there...

How To Understand Landlord Tenant Law

 
 
 
 
 
July 24, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
If you are planning on becoming a landlord in the near future or if you have just signed a lease as a tenant, you should familiarize yourself with the Landlord Tenant Laws.  The...

How To Lease Property

 
 
 
 
 
July 13, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
You have an apartment building that you want to rent out.  You have some land that you are interested in loaning someone in exchange for payment.  You own a marina and you want...

How To Take Advantage of Lease Busters

 
 
 
 
 
July 9, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
A lease is an agreement between a landlord and tenant.  It is a document binding both parties to the terms of the agreement-it is a legal and binding commitment that is enforceable...

How To Take Advantage of Renting Over Buying

 
 
 
 
 
May 7, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
Most real estate agents will tell you, without hesitating, that it is always better to buy than rent. In many instances, in fact, most instances, this is probably good advice. ...

How To Rent a House

 
 
 
 
 
May 5, 2006
By Ashtyn Evans
Renting a home is a necessity of life for some people. If you are not suited for apartment living, and are not in the right financial situation to buy a home, then renting one...

How To Rent Your House

 
 
 
 
 
April 30, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
Renting your home for part of the year, or for a longer period of time, generates great income. Because you are renting your home, as opposed to a property specifically designed...

How To Break or Terminate Lease Agreements

 
 
 
 
 
April 30, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
You have the landlord from hell. The upstairs neighbor has recently purchased a tuba and plays it at all hours.  You have rats.  Or, you have found the perfect apartment-in another...

How To Evaluate a Lease Agreement

 
 
 
 
 
April 24, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
You have just found the perfect apartment after weeks of searching.  The location is great, you have your own parking space, you have great views of the city, the landlord seems...

How To Rent an Apartment

 
 
 
 
 
April 23, 2006
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By Grace Bloodwell
Renting an apartment is a great idea for people who do not have the money or desire to buy a house or condo. Here are some of the steps to take and possibilities to consider if...
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