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  • Roommates and Rent - What to Do About Roommates Who Don't Pay RentCreated: 2009-07-09 @ 15:38:57 GMT     
    Many tenants who split rent with roommates think they're okay as long as they pay the landlord their own share of the rent each month. The thinking is that if a roommate comes up short, then only t…
  • Apartment Rent - When to Prorate Your First Month's RentCreated: 2009-07-09 @ 14:58:32 GMT     Updated: 2009-07-09 @ 19:40:20 GMT
    If you don't move into your new apartment until the middle of a month, you may be entitled to owe rent for just part of that month. Find out when your landlord should prorate your first month's ren…
  • Apartment Rent - How to Prorate Apartment RentCreated: 2009-07-09 @ 14:57:24 GMT     
    If an apartment you wish to rent will be ready before the first of the month, you and your landlord may agree to start your lease earlier. Here's how to calculate the "prorated rent" that…
  • Tenant RightsCreated: 2009-07-02 @ 14:39:58 GMT     
    Read about your rights as an apartment dweller…
  • Dealing With Mail - Options for Dealing With Your Mail When You Go A…Created: 2009-06-30 @ 19:04:30 GMT     
    As an apartment dweller, you have a handful of options when it comes to dealing with your mail when you go away. Which option you choose depends on certain factors…
  • Apartment Mail - Have Your Post Office Temporarily Forward Your Mail…Created: 2009-06-29 @ 12:39:13 GMT     
    The U.S. Postal Service offers two options for having your mail forwarded to a different address on a temporary basis while you're away from your apartment. Find out about each one…
  • Apartment BasicsCreated: 2009-06-23 @ 16:12:39 GMT     
    Learn about the fundamentals of renting and living in an apartment…
  • Find a RentalCreated: 2009-06-23 @ 13:31:11 GMT     
    Resources to help you find an apartment that's right for you…
  • Neighbors - How to Get a Neighbor to Collect Your Mail While You're …Created: 2009-06-22 @ 18:39:11 GMT     
    A neighbor can be a big help by collecting your mail each day that you're away from your apartment for an extended period of time. Here's how to set things up with a neighbor to avoid common proble…
  • Apartment Mail - Have Your Post Office Hold Your Mail When You're Aw…Created: 2009-06-22 @ 18:37:24 GMT     
    Whether you have to leave your apartment for business, pleasure, or even an emergency, make sure your mail stays secure and that you won't be greeted with an overflowing mailbox upon your return by…
  • Neighbors - Tips for Collecting Your Apartment Neighbor's MailCreated: 2009-06-19 @ 17:22:20 GMT     Updated: 2009-06-19 @ 17:25:15 GMT
    Even tenants who mean well sometimes do things that damage their relationship with a neighbor while collecting mail. Read some pointers to help you prevent any problems…

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