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Money Matters: Why January is the Best Time for a New Rental

Motherhood Moments

Landlords will be more available. Just like movers, landlords tend to be less busy during the winter. Landlords might also have more time to devote to maintenance and repair work right now,” points out Bordo. “If Utilities: Your landlord probably isn’t going to pay your energy or Internet bill.

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Save Money – Develop Important Home Owner Skills

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here is my take on the skills every homeowner or landlord needs to have. Jobs like toilet repair, faucet replacement, leaks, hot water loss, dishwasher stinks, sewage smells, HVAC issues, and appliance problems – when investigated can all turn out to be simply repaired at a fraction of the cost of bringing in outside help.

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House & Home - Don't Rent a Single-Family Home Without Asking These Questions

Motherhood Moments

Landlords or housing associations are often responsible for fixing issues that arise and for maintaining the home’s interior and/or exterior— but not always. Some landlords may require their tenants to complete tasks ranging from changing the air filters to mowing the lawn and raking leaves. Are there parks nearby?

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