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Best Neighborhoods in Colorado Springs, CO for Renters

Colorado Springs sits at the base of Pikes Peak, where the Rocky Mountains meet the high plains of...

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Best Neighborhoods in Albuquerque, NM for Renters

Whether it’s being the backdrop of hit TV shows like "Breaking Bad," hosting the largest hot air...

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Apartments.com RentPulse Index: Sun Belt Oversupply Drives Renters’ Power

Renters are entering a sharply divided market this spring: supply-rich Sun Belt metros are giving...

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Best Neighborhoods in Colorado Springs, CO for Renters

Colorado Springs sits at the base of Pikes Peak, where the Rocky Mountains meet the high plains of southern Colorado. At nearly 500,000 residents, it's Colorado's second-largest city, but it carries a...

May 15, 2026

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Best Neighborhoods in Albuquerque, NM for Renters

Whether it’s being the backdrop of hit TV shows like "Breaking Bad," hosting the largest hot air...

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Best Neighbourhoods in Montreal, QC, for Renters

Streets and food and culture — oh my! There’s very little not to love about Montréal, Québec...

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Best Neighborhoods in Jersey City, NJ, for Renters

What’s not to love about Jersey City, NJ? It is home to some of the nicest waterfront views in the...

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Can I Rent Out My Apartment During Special Events?

Whether a major sports tournament is coming to your city or your neighborhood stays busy with concerts and events, renting out your apartment or a spare room can be a tempting way to earn extra income...

May 8, 2026

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Rental Applications: Everything Renters Should Know Before Applying for an Apartment

After you find the perfect apartment, it’s time to apply! Rental applications determine whether you...

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How to Rent an Apartment with Bad Credit

If your credit score is low, you’re not alone. A recent FICO report found that average U.S. credit...

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Should You Sublease Your Apartment?

You've finally landed the job of your dreams, doing the work you've always dreamed of doing for a...

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How to Clean Your Apartment to Get Your Security Deposit Back: The Move-Out Cleaning Checklist

Moving out and into a new apartment feels like a reset, a move befitting the spring season. Before you start settling into your new home, leave on good terms by doing thorough move-out cleaning. This...

March 13, 2026

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Moving In/Out

More Space or Better Location? How to Decide

You’ve found two apartments you really like! One is in a neighborhood you love — your favorite...

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Moving In/Out

How to Write a Notice to Vacate Letter (Free Template and State-by-State Guide)

Download our free Notice to Vacate Letter Template! There will come a day when it’s time to move on...

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Moving In/Out

10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Atlanta, GA

Welcome to Atlanta, the Hollywood of the South and home of Coca-Cola, the Atlanta Braves, and Delta...

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Budget & Affordability

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Feng Shui Apartment Design: Create a Space That Feels as Good as It Looks

While an aesthetically pleasing apartment looks great, it should also feel great. The vibe should be calm, balanced, and comforting, somewhere you will enjoy spending time. That’s where feng shui can...