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Moving Guide to Boston

iStock.com/Sean Pavone If you're considering moving to Boston, MA you'll want to have all the information you need...

Pros and Cons of living in Houston, Texas

iStock.com/SeanPavonePhoto Within its sprawling 627 square miles, Houston is a growing, ethnically diverse city with a thriving...

The 5 Best Neighborhoods in Houston for Newcomers

iStock.com/RyanJLane When relocating to The Space City, searching for the best places to live in Houston is...

Cost of Living in Houston, Texas

iStock.com/Nate Hovee The cost of living in Houston is lower than the national average overall, with lower grocery and...

Best Neighborhoods in Denver for Young Professionals

So you’ve decided to make the big move to Denver—a smart choice if you enjoy breathtaking views,...

8 Things to Know Before Moving to Las Vegas

iStock.com/Glenn Guinita Wondering what you should know before you move to Las Vegas? Beyond the slot machines, hotels,...

Rental Guides

Moving Guide to Boston

iStock.com/Sean Pavone If you're considering moving to Boston, MA you'll want to have all the information you need...

How Do Income-based Apartments Calculate Rent?

iStock.com/PeopleImages If your budget for rent is limited, applying for income-based apartments may be the right choice for...

How to Remove Your Name From a Joint Lease

iStock.com/skynesher Roommates sign a joint lease when they move in together to show they're all equally responsible for...

What Is an Apartment Administrative Fee and What Does It Cover?

Credits: iStock.com/alvarez When renting an apartment, you're likely to hear unfamiliar terminology during the application process, one of...

How to Set Up Utilities as a First Time Renter

iStock.com/urbazon Setting up utilities is one of the most important steps in the move-in process, especially as a...

Cheapest Places to Live Near Boston

iStock.com/SeanPavonePhoto Officially known as the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Massachusetts is in the New England region. The population of...

Zumper Reports

Zumper’s 2021 Annual Rent Report

When people look back on the year 2021, it’s doubtful anyone will struggle to name a major news event or entertainment highlight...

Zumper National Rent Report

Notable Trends Could Boston’s median one-bedroom rent pass San Francisco’s? After both cities saw prices go into...

New York City Neighborhoods Mapped: The Most & Least Expensive

In this past year, New York City dethroned San Francisco to become the most expensive city to...

Survey: Political polarization influencing where people live

Political polarization in the United States has surged over the last generation, turning Americans against each other to unprecedented degrees. With the...

How The Pandemic Has Impacted Rental Markets

The COVID-19 pandemic set off a wave of domestic migration not seen in generations, causing a dramatic disruption in rental markets that’s...

Canadian Rent Report

Overall, 9 cities experienced an upward trend, 10 went downward, and 4 remained flat.
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