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The Unique Struggles of Being a Young Landlord

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We wanted to be able to rent out the basement for the next few years until we needed the whole house. . Our house had the perfect setup, and when we moved in, we were lucky enough to be able to rent out our suite almost right away. It became apparent that there are some unique challenges of being a young landlord. Money Tips'

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Save Money on Rent

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Perhaps it is cheaper for you to rent than to buy. Whatever the reason causing you to rent, you most likely want the rent payment to be as reasonable as possible. You can save money on rent, I know because we got rent reductions. Here’s how we saved money on rent. Trade Services for Rent Reductions.

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Smart Safety: Paying a Landlord by App

Motherhood Moments

You’ve finally found a great place to rent. The landlord asks you to secure the property with a quick payment. The rental market is incredibly tight right now, and in the last year, median asking rent in the U.S. This scenario is the basis for what’s known as “the fake landlord scam.” What could go wrong? says Bordo. “As

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Why You Should Be Collecting Rainwater

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

my first job out of college barely paid the rent on a 1 bedroom pad, I had to put those dreams off for a while. The first time I ever got to live that dream was in a home I rented in New Mexico, and since I will be moving back to New Mexico shortly, I believe I will once again be able to do it again. I was a poor college student and B.

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Live Green and Get More Green in Your Wallet

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Renting movies in this way is a great way to stick to your budget, over maintaining a dish or satellite TV system. Rent It Out. From becoming a landlord to renting out tools, vehicles and high-fashion attire… opportunities exist for people to make money off items they already own. Save on Entertainment. In the U.S.,

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

Motherhood Moments

But if you can get past those objections, you have a lot to gain—like hundreds of dollars in saved rent.” Now that Bordo has your attention, here are six reasons why you should start preparing to sign a new lease sooner than you may have planned: Asking rent typically drops in January. You’ll benefit from lower rent year after year.

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Is Now The Time to Buy a Home?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There are numerous factors to consider when deciding whether to buy your first home or to continue renting – especially when you’re out of college. Many people prefer to rent in order to have the benefits of a house without the risk of ownership. Furthermore, not everyone wants or knows how to maintain a property.

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