As the end of the year is approaching, families are looking for fun celebration ideas to ring in the New Year. That said, there are tons of family-friendly events going on in cities near you this holiday season. Whether you want to take the family to the Children’s Science Center in Fairfax or jump around […]
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Top 5 Northern Virginia Neighborhoods for Commuters
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Although we have experienced numerous challenges within the rental market over the past year, Northern Virginia remains a popular place to live. Many people throughout Northern Virginia neighborhoods commute to the United States capital regularly, whether for business or just sightseeing. Since Washington D.C. is such a popular place, people tend to rent homes in […]
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If you live on the East Coast, you know that the winters there are no joke. However, despite the snow and freezing temperatures, there are countless holiday events throughout Pennsylvania for the whole family. Whether it’s visiting a Christmas village or attending your favorite holiday market, there’s sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. […]
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When renting an apartment or home, many things require you to work with your landlord—for example, paying rent each month, submitting maintenance requests, and taking care of emergency issues that arise within your rental. Unfortunately, if you are dealing with a bad landlord, it can make these things extremely difficult to do. That said, if […]
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In 2020 and 2021, the housing market saw some unusual activity, prices, and demand. So much so that many homebuyers taking advantage of record-low rates were simply priced out of the bidding war. In some cases, individuals and families chose to rent instead of buy due to a lack of affordable inventory. However, with 2022 […]
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Renting an apartment is an exciting but potentially overwhelming new adventure. But what happens if your child, friend, relative, or acquaintance does not quite meet the minimum screening qualifications. In that case, they may ask you to be a cosigner. While this can seem like an automatic yes for some, individuals must understand their obligations. […]
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Nowadays, most tenants and landlords have heard of renters insurance, but how many understand why it is vital to the industry? Renters insurance is easy to get, cost-effective, and integral to protecting a tenant’s personal property as well as against certain types of liability. More and more, landlords realize the benefits to both sides and […]
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For already cash-strapped tenants, paying thousands of dollars in an upfront security deposit becomes a barrier to necessary housing. According to Paraag Sarva, CEO, and co-founder of Rhino, residential security deposits total $40 billion in just the U.S. market. But is there any alternative when a security deposit is vital to protecting the landlord and […]
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Moving into your first apartment is an exciting and potentially stressful time. While the freedom of finally having your own space is fantastic, it also means taking on new responsibilities. Leasing an apartment involves legally binding contracts, inspections, and a large financial commitment. Therefore, first-time renters need to do their homework and thoroughly understand the […]
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The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are far from over. For landlords and tenants, changing regulations can trigger frustration, fear, or even confusion. While federal and state agencies have established rent relief programs to try and prevent the onslaught of evictions, to date, only a fraction of those funds has been distributed. So, how can […]