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Having Issues with a Neighbor? Here are Some Tips

The joys of shared living, lower costs, less upkeep, a sense of community, can come with friction when you're in close quarters with strangers. A dire...

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What Your Landlord Is Legally Obligated to Maintain

In a rental, light upkeep is generally up to the tenant, and anything outside of a normal assumption (cleaning the property’s interiors, for example)...

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Landlords: How Safe are your Property Deeds?

If you are a regular consumer of the news, you likely have seen stories of increasing deed theft in Brooklyn and parts of Queens, particularly in gent...

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Rental Norms From Around the World

Would you tip your landlord for letting you move in? Or, can you imagine paying 12 months up front for your next place? Renters around the world can r...

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Tell Your Story Effectively: Tips for Building a Good Rental History

Think of your rental history as a report card that follows you around every time you try to rent a new place. Landlords look at it to decide if you're...

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How Older Renters Are Changing the Rental Market in 2025

Boomers are on the move and the U.S. rental market is shifting, quickly. While most people think of young professionals and students as the primary re...

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The Latest Changes in U.S. Rental Laws-September 2025

Across the United States, changes in rental laws are impacting both renters and landlords. While some states are easing the burden on tenants, others...

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Fall is Around the Corner! How can Landlords Prepare for College Madness?

Every year, the summer heat fades, pumpkin spice makes its annual, cult-like comeback, the Canadian geese start to fly overhead, and something big hap...

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The Best Dog Breeds for Renters!

We have done research! As it turns out, choosing the right dog for your apartment life isn't just about finding a breed you like the look of; it's abo...

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A Shared Garden-The Ultimate Summertime Roommate Project!

Do you think Martha Stewart would be jealous of your skills, or do you kill grocery store potted basil before getting it home? Whether you are a green...

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How to Find the Perfect Roommate During Peak Moving Season: Summer 2025 Guide

Summer is the busiest time of year for moving and by extension, for finding a roommate. Between college students transitioning into the workforce, you...

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The U.S. Rental Market in 2025: Midway Point and Predictions for 2026

As we move through 2025, the U.S. rental market is navigating economic shifts, regulatory changes, and evolving renter preferences, while supply and d...

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Intergenerational Roomies-Is this a Trend for You?

In recent years, a growing number of people have embraced the idea of living with roommates their own age, but an increasingly popular trend is interg...

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Roomies 2024 Back-to-School Report: Trends in Student Housing and Affordability

Roomies is proud to release our newest Back to School report. This report highlights a significant shift in rental prices and housing availability acr...

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Sunbelt Surge: Understanding the Population Boom in the Southern United States

The Sunbelt region, spanning the southern tier of the United States from Florida to California, has experienced a significant population increase in r...