How to spot rental scams during apartment hunting
May kicks off peak apartment rental season, as many leases turn over and people gradute or move for jobs. The season typically lasts until September, with the highest traffic around June and July. While many renters search for their next home, scammers are also on the hunt for their next target. Around 65,000 rental scams […]
How to avoid being ripped off looking for a rental
With soaring housing and rent prices, it’s tempting to cut corners or jump on a bargain apartment to save some money. But when it comes to where you live, the cheapest isn’t always the best. Kevin Hines, looking for a new apartment, thought he had stumbled upon a great deal. He found a one-bedroom apartment […]