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Rental Glossary

What is a Month to Month Lease?

Most folks generally think of a 12-month long lease whenever the topic of renting comes around. However, as we’ve previously explored, lease terms can be anything that the landlord and the renter have agreed upon. Most renters will opt...

What is Prorated Rent?

When you pay rent for an apartment, you’re pre-paying for the entire future month. During a lease signing, most landlords and management companies ask for the first month’s rent in the form of a cashier’s check. From then on,...

High Rise Apartments in New York

New York City is the United States' most populous city. With over 8.2 million residents spread out over 304 square feet of land. It's no wonder that New York City also holds the title of the densest populated city....

What is an Estoppel Certificate? 

If you’ve just checked your mail and received an estoppel certificate, it may seem convoluted and confusing. It can be tempting to recycle the certificate or simply sign it without knowing the full conditions of the agreement. Yet estoppel...

What is Corporate Housing

When traveling many people look for a “home away from home.” A hotel may be perfect for a short trip, but lacking when it comes to long-term stays. Corporate housing offers long-term travelers the ability to stay in a...

What is a Townhouse? Things to Know

When choosing a home, it can be easy to get lost in real estate jargon. Townhouses, single-family homes, condominiums, and co-ops can all seem similar but have key differences. Townhouses combine the best features of condos and single-family homes,...