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Apartment Safety 101
The basic safety concerns faced by apartment dwellers, including fire safety, carbon monoxide poisoning and getting renters insurance.

Letter to Landlord Requesting Repairs
It's best to make your repair requests to your landlord in writing. Here is a sample letter for you to use.

Repair and Deduct: What are the Rules?
When your landlord ignores your requests for repairs, can you have the repairs done yourself and costs taken out of your monthly rent payments? This article, from the Chicago Tribune, addresses this question.

Renters Insurance FAQ
Why do you need renters insurance? What does the policy cover? This is an introduction to the basics of renters insurance.

What to Do If Your Carbon Monoxide Detector Goes Off
Answers questions on carbon monoxide, including symptoms and indoor sources. Become familiar with the procedure of protecting you and your family should your carbon monoxide detector go off.

Fire Safety Tips to Prevent a Kitchen Fire & What to Do If a Fire Star
Kitchen fires still occur regularly. It is never too late to brush up on fire safety in the kitchen.

Video: Fire Safety Tips For The Home
A devastating fire is a homeowner's worst nightmare. But you can prepare yourself and your family in case the unthinkable occurs. Check out these fire safety tips.

Video: How to Prevent Fires in the Home
Is your home at risk for a fire? Check out these tips on what you can do to help reduce the chances of having a fire in your house.

The Basics of Controlling Mold in Your Apartment
Mold is bad for both your health and your apartment. Find out what mold is and how you can remove mold growth effectively and safely.

Got Mildew?
An article on cleaning and preventing mildew, a type of mold that feeds off of organic materials.

Lead Safety - Precautions for Those Living in Older Apartments
Learn about the dangers and health hazards of lead paint in the apartment.

Video: How to Install a Deadbolt Lock
A do-it-yourself video on installing a deadbolt into your front door.

Getting Your Fix: Renters' Rights to Minor Repairs
Information on landlord's responsibility to repair, how to get repairs done and what options are there, if the landlord doesn't respond.

Hurricane Assistance Fact Sheet for Renters
This fact sheet is for you or someone you know who has lost everything due to a hurricane. The fact sheet explains the basics behind the U.S. Small Business Association's loan program to help you rebuild your home.

How to Apply for SBA Loan Assistance after a Declared Disaster
If your property was destroyed by a natural disaster, you may be eligible for federal loans to help you recover. Here, you will find downloadable forms and instructions on how to apply.