Rent News, How-To's, and Advice

There are several reasons you can choose to rent a house instead of purchasing one. For example, you may rent a home because you need more cash for a down payment, your credit rating could be low, or you may need more time ...

It's essential that everyone has a place they can afford to call home. With the ongoing housing crisis, increasing evictions, and threats to people without homes, innovative solutions are needed more than ever.&nbs...

Buying a house usually costs more than renting one. This is because you have to pay for things like insurance, property taxes, and repairs.  People expect to pay about 14% more for owning a house compared to renting on a reg...

Airbnb.org is stepping up to help those affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles by offering them a place to stay for free.  These free stays are made possible by donations from Airbnb.org, ...

If you're thinking about buying a home, a conventional loan might be a good option for you. Contrary to popular belief, getting approved for this type of loan might be easier than you think! You general...

The U.S. government is giving $10 million in aid to help people with lower incomes who rent their homes. This help is aimed at folks living in places that get money from a special government program...

When it comes to getting insurance coverage, most people are quick to get their health, car, and life insurance policies in order, but one type of coverage that's frequently overlooked is renter's insur...

  When renting a house, you must sign a contract before moving in. However, you shouldn't sign the agreement before understanding its contents. You may even speak to a legal expert to exp...

  Passaic, a city in New Jersey, is taking a unique approach to combat rising rental prices without resorting to rent control. Mayor Hector Lora's two-part plan aims to provide incentiv...