Renting
Rental Junk Fees in 2026: What Landlords Can Charge and What Rules Apply
Hidden monthly charges are the target of a federal settlement, a possible FTC rule and new city and state laws. Here is how to spot them before you sign.
Renting
5 articlesLeases, deposits, rent increases and tenant rights: what renters are owed and how to settle the usual disputes.
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RentingRent or Buy in Fall 2026? What the Latest Home Sales Data Means for Renters
September home sales rose, prices hit a new high and mortgage rates climbed to 6.86%. Here is how to read those numbers if your lease is up soon.
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RentingNo Heat in Your Rental? Tenant Heat Rights for the 2026-27 Season
Heat season is here. What temperature your landlord must keep, how to report a cold apartment, and where to get help with the bill.
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RentingHow to Negotiate Rent and Concessions in 2026: A Renter's Guide
Nearly 4 in 10 rental listings now come with a deal, and national rents are flat. Here is how to turn that into a lower bill.
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RentingHow to Get Your Security Deposit Back: Deadlines and Rules by State
Landlords have a legal deadline to return your deposit or explain every deduction. Here is how the rules work, what counts as wear and tear and what to do if the money never arrives.