Rentwise! Chapter One -- Ready To Rent?

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions! The big decision to move has within it many small choices. Wise choices add up to a rewarding experience and a "good rent history," which is so important when the time comes to buy a house.

Unwise decisions can lead to financial distress, court action and poor references--which seriously limit housing choices in the future.

If you are thinking about renting, this chapter will help you think about it realistically.

Rent-wise people will think about these things before they go shopping for an apartment:

HOW MUCH CAN YOU AFFORD?

WHAT TYPE OF RENTAL DO YOU NEED?

CAN YOU QUALIFY?

WHAT ABOUT ROOMMATES?

WHAT NEIGHBORHOOD SUITS YOU?

HOW DO YOU FIND A RENTAL?

WHAT ABOUT DISCRIMINATION?

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