renting

9 Appliance Repair Tips for Renters

A few weeks ago, the refrigerator in our apartment went out, leaving us without a way to keep food fresh. This is the story of how we dealt with it.

Mid-Week Links: Recession, Rental Taxes, and More!

I take a look a three recent posts on whether the recession is truly over, if renters should pay taxes, and investment options in your HSA account.

When Home Ownership Went Downhill

Have you noticed how owning a home is getting a terrible reputation lately? We are a society that loves to challenge the status quo, and thanks to the spectacular collapse of the housing market, the long-time “American Dream” is the new target. “Isn’t this the best time to buy a home?,” you might ask. “Aren’t [...]

How to Save on Moving Expenses

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My wife and I finally completed our long-anticipated move this weekend. I’m happy to say we also learned a few things along the way that we’re bound not to repeat next time. In honor of movers everywhere, here is a list of ways to lower those dreaded “moving expenses” that are so hard to define [...]