Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Renting 5
Chapter 1: Understanding the Truths of Renting 7
Chapter 2: Evaluating Your Rental Hopes and Realities 21
Chapter 3: Considering Types of Buildings and Neighborhoods 35
Part 2: Hunting Down the Perfect Housing 45
Chapter 4: Let the Search Begin! 47
Chapter 5: Application Time 59
Chapter 6: Signing the Lease 73
Part 3: Settling In to Your New Home 83
Chapter 7: Congratulations! You’re Moving In 85
Chapter 8: Footing Expenses Beyond Rent 97
Chapter 9: Living with Humans and Other Creatures 109
Chapter 10: Drip, Drip: Getting Help When Things Go Wrong 127
Chapter 11: Renewing Your Lease 139
Part 4: Enjoying Life in Your Own Place 153
Chapter 12: Following the Rules and Staying Safe 155
Chapter 13: Decorating Do’s and Don’ts 169
Part 5: The Part of Tens 183
Chapter 14: Ten Things That Occur When Your Rental Is Sold 185
Chapter 15: Nearly Ten Questions About Government Subsidies and Your Rent 193
Chapter 16: Almost Ten Things a Rental Agent Can Do for You 201
Index 207