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An unrelated roommate usually isn't covered by your renters policy unless the insurer says so in writing. Learn how to read the declarations page, compare separate and shared policies, set limits, and handle claims and move-outs.

These 10 cities make it easiest to rent without a car, counted down to the top pick. See who each city suits, what rentals average there on RentalSource, and the tradeoff to weigh before you give up the keys.

Moving out doesn’t remove someone from a lease. Learn how to confirm each renter’s legal status, request the right paperwork from the landlord, settle shared expenses, and get a signed release that protects everyone’s rental history.

Lower your apartment's heating bill this winter by starting with a thermostat schedule and no-cost draft fixes. Learn which changes require your landlord's permission, what a space heater costs to run, and where to get help if you can't pay your bill.

A rent-payment fee may be allowed when tenants voluntarily choose a paid method, but the property's location, lease, housing program, card-network rules, disclosures, and availability of a practical fee-free option all affect whether you can charge it.

Finding a rental that accepts your dog or cat matters more than counting dog parks on a map. This ranking weighs housing availability and cost first, then considers outdoor access, vet options, and routines that make pet ownership workable after you sign the lease.