More Spring Cleaning
More Spring Cleaning

In last week's blog, we talked about some extra measures we can take while doing spring cleaning in support of the recent renewed focus on hygiene, social distancing and trying to stay healthy. This week we continue that discussion.

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Spring Cleaning
Spring Cleaning

It’s that time of the year again. Winter is nearly a thing of the past and spring is just around the corner and that usually means spring cleaning. Considering recent events and the renewed focus on hygiene, social distancing and trying to stay healthy, we wanted to talk about some extra measures we can take while doing spring cleaning.

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Let's Talk About Roommate Agreements
Let's Talk About Roommate Agreements

In one of our previous blogs, we talked about recommended roommate interview questions and this sparked a discussion about the importance of roommate agreements and some of things that must be included in roommate agreements. So, we compiled a list of these items from our group members and have them below for your reading pleasure.

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Common Mistakes for First Time Renters
Common Mistakes for First Time Renters

Whenever we are doing or learning something for the first time, we tend to make mistakes simply because we didn’t know better or just because it comes with the territory. We’ve gotten some feedback from some of our community members on things they would’ve done differently the first time they rented.

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Landlord and Tenant Disputes
Landlord and Tenant Disputes

I’m guessing most of us like to live in a peaceful and harmonious environment, but the reality is, occasionally we have to deal with conflicts and disagreements. When it comes to your relationship with your landlord or your tenant, we hope it’s a good one, but if there are ever any disputes there are a few things you can do to try resolve them.

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