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California Rent Reporting Law: What Tenants Need to Know

Starting April 1, 2025, a new California law (AB 2747) will require landlords to offer tenants the option to report positive rent payments to the credit bureaus. This is a big step forward for renters who want to build credit without taking on new debt. If you're renting in California,…

Iman Palizi , Student Account Manager

Renting Tips - 9 mins read

Renting an Apartment vs Renting a House: Which Is Best?

Pros and Cons of Renting an Apartment vs House If you're looking for a rental, which is best? An apartment, or a house? Both have pros and cons, so it's wise to consider which of your needs will take priority over others. In this article, we help you work out…

Jessie Quinn , Student Account Manager

Renting Tips - 9 mins read

How to Show Proof of Income as a Renter

Showing proof of income is a vital part of the tenant screening process for any rental agreement. Validation can be supplied in various formats to the property manager, which is now easier than ever thanks to cloud communication platforms. Read on to learn about the most common ways proof of…

Maxine Parks , Student Account Manager

Renting Tips - 7 mins read

How to Protect Yourself From a Rental Scam

What is a rental scam? Unfortunately, rental scams are fast growing schemes where a fake listing agent or real estate broker tries to get someone to sign a lease or send a deposit payment for a property that isn’t actually available for rent. Usually the money is asked to be…

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Renting Tips - 5 mins read

Renters Insurance: Tips for First-Time Tenants

If you're a first-time renter, you may be wondering if you need renters insurance. While your landlord's insurance policy may cover the structure of the rental unit itself, it likely doesn't extend to your personal belongings or liability in case someone is injured while on your property. That's where renters…

Stephany Lamas , Student Account Manager

Renting Tips - 5 mins read

Renters Insurance: Do You Need It and How Much Do You Need?

Renters insurance is a type of insurance specifically for people who rent their homes. It can cover your personal belongings in the event of damages caused by fire, smoke, water, theft, or vandalism. Renters' insurance can also provide liability coverage in the event that someone is injured while on your…

Stephany Lamas , Student Account Manager

Renting Tips - 8 mins read

What is Renters Insurance & What Does it Cover?

Most people are familiar with the concept of home insurance, but renters insurance tends to be less understood. For some renters, having insurance is just as crucial as for homeowners. It's a mistake to assume that their landlord's insurance will cover their belongings in the event of a fire or…

Stephany Lamas , Student Account Manager

Debt Management , Renting Tips - 10 mins read

Solutions for Skyrocketing Rent Prices

Rent prices have increased throughout the country. Many are struggling to pay for rent as inflation rises and the cost of living becomes harder to afford. If you are one of the many people struggling to pay for rent, we have some solutions below to consider. Try to cut down…

Stephany Lamas , Student Account Manager

Renting Tips - 8 mins read

11 Rental Laws Every Tenant Should Know

If you're planning to rent or are renting already, there are a few rental laws you should know so you can be prepared and have a positive rental experience. Most people don't know, but you have many rights you may not be aware of that govern your living space, your…

Stephany Lamas , Student Account Manager

Personal Finance , Renting Tips - 4 mins read

Los Angeles Bans Landlords From Increasing Rent Until 2023

In March 2020, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted the Los Angeles County COVID-19 Tenant Protections Resolution, which prohibits rent increases, among many other things. As a result, landlords in Los Angeles are forbidden from raising the cost of more than 650,000 rent-stabilized units, which represents nearly three-quarters…