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

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You’ll probably have upfront costs like an application fee, a security deposit, a pet deposit, and renter’s insurance. As a tenant, you’ll be responsible for monthly costs like water, gas, electricity, and Internet. What are our responsibilities as tenants? Remember that asking rent is only one piece of the financial pie.

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

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But in the winter, landlords might not have many (or any) prospective tenants—and they may be more willing to negotiate in order to fill a vacant unit. He is husband to Rosalind and father to Bailey, Zach, and Thea; an avid hiker; a lifelong learner; and a maker of things, sometimes out of wood. Ask if they can be waived or reduced.

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