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7 red flags in apartment listings (and what they actually mean)
some of the worst apartments use the best listing descriptions. here's how to read between the lines.
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the apartment hunting checklist that'll save you from a bad lease
most people get distracted by how nice a place looks and forget to ask the stuff that actually matters. here's what to check.
renter rights
ohio eviction laws: what renters actually need to know
ohio eviction is faster than most states. if you get a notice, here's exactly what it means and what you can do.
renter rights
ohio security deposit laws: what your landlord can (and can't) do
your landlord can't just keep your deposit and ghost you. ohio law is actually pretty clear on this -- here's what you need to know.
renter tips
how to actually negotiate your rent (this works more than you think)
landlords expect negotiation less than you think -- which means there's more room than you'd expect. here's how to actually do it.