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GuideInvesting & RentalsOct 5, 20265 min read

Virginia Rental Application Deposit: Refunds

Virginia rental application deposit refunds: check the payment method, 10- or 20-day deadline, and itemized deductions for actual expenses and damages.

Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationOct 5, 20265 min read

Voucher Live-In Aide Approval: Who Qualifies?

Voucher live-in aide approval depends on care needs, PHA review and household status. Learn how relatives, income and bedroom decisions are treated.

ChecklistPolicy & RegulationOct 3, 20265 min read

EPA Renovation Notice Timing: Before Work

EPA renovation notice timing explained: who gets Renovate Right, when to deliver it, and what proof owners and rental managers should keep.

Calculated ExplainerPolicy & RegulationSep 28, 20265 min read

Voucher Utility Allowance: Rent to Owner

A voucher utility allowance affects gross rent, tenant payments and utility reimbursement. Advertised rent alone cannot establish lease approval.

TemplateInvesting & RentalsSep 27, 20265 min read

Ohio Deposit Forwarding Address: Keep Proof

Use an Ohio deposit forwarding address notice and evidence log. Learn when the 30-day clock starts and how missing notice affects additional remedies.

ComparisonInvesting & RentalsSep 21, 20265 min read

Renters Insurance: Interested Party vs. Insured

An interested party on renters insurance receives notices. Compare that role with an additional insured and confirm the lease requirement was met.

Deep GuidePolicy & RegulationSep 16, 20265 min read

LIHTC Full-Time Student Exceptions

LIHTC full-time student exceptions can preserve eligibility for tax credit apartments. Check the household test, five exceptions, and supporting records.

GuideInvesting & RentalsSep 13, 20264 min read

Massachusetts Last Month’s Rent Interest

Check interest on last month’s rent in Massachusetts, including the 5% rule, shorter tenancies, payment deadlines and records to verify.

Calculated ExplainerInvesting & RentalsSep 6, 20265 min read

Chicago Security Deposit Interest: Which Lease Year?

Match Chicago security deposit interest to the correct lease year, check renewal dates and exemptions, and reconcile payment timing with your records.

GuidePolicy & RegulationAug 31, 20265 min read

Moving With HOME-ARP Rental Assistance

Before moving with HOME-ARP rental assistance, confirm the permitted location, remaining assistance term and approvals needed for a new lease.

ChecklistInvesting & RentalsAug 30, 20264 min read

California Pre-Move-Out Inspection Checklist

Use this California pre-move-out inspection checklist to document notices, repairs, deposit deductions and the landlord’s required photographs.

GuideInvesting & RentalsAug 29, 20265 min read

New York: Notice for a Five Percent Rent Increase

A New York five percent rent increase requires notice. Check 30-, 60- and 90-day deadlines, late notices, rent stabilization and Good Cause rules.

Calculated ExplainerHousing MarketsAug 29, 20264 min read

September Closing: Budget for Rent Overlap

Budget for rent overlap with a September closing: map prepaid interest, closing funds, moving costs, lease deadlines and your first mortgage payment.

ChecklistInvesting & RentalsAug 23, 20266 min read

Texas Allocated Water Bill: What to Check

Check a Texas allocated water bill against your lease, the property's master bill, common-area deductions and records you can request from management.

ChecklistInvesting & RentalsAug 16, 20264 min read

Boston September Move-In Condition Checklist

Use this Boston September move-in condition checklist to record damage, track Massachusetts statement deadlines, and document keys and repairs.

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