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A Guarantor is not technically a “co-signer”. A Guarantor is a qualified person who agrees to be immediately and entirely responsible for rental payments if the leaseholder does not make rent payments on an apartment/home.

Your credit score may play a major role in your ability to rent an apartment. Some landlords might deny your rental application if you have bad credit even if you have a spotless rental history and a sizable salary.

While security deposits may seem complicated to understand, we're going to make sure you get as much information as possible here so that you can make the most out of your rental property.

The application fee is non-refundable. Rental application fees are collected by landlords alongside a rental application.

There are a few pieces of information you need to submit with your application: including valid government-issued photo identification and proof of income.

A rental application must be completed by each occupant aged 18 years or older. We require proof of income along with an application fee for each applicant.

When you're trying to find the best places to live, choosing a neighborhood is almost as critical as choosing a house or apartment. It needs to be safe with low crime rates, affordable, and with people you can imagine befriending.

Whether you are looking to lease a studio or a three-bedroom, finding the right amenities may make the difference between loving or hating your new pad.

The share of your income that should go towards paying your rent depends on many factors, the most important ones being your income level and where you want to live.