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6 Disadvantages of Renting From Private Landlord
Are you looking to rent from a private individual landlord? While there might be some advantages to renting from a private landlord, such as potentially a more personal relationship , one should also understand the potential disadvantages, including maintenance...
Top 20 Short Trips to Small Towns From Philadelphia
Planning on taking a short day trip from Philadelphia for a quick getaway or just to enjoy some time away from the city? Everyone needs a break once in a while, so take a look at this guide to help you choose between 20 amazing day trips to quaint towns near and...
Is Rent Expensive in Philadelphia?
Rent in Philadelphia is surprisingly reasonable compared to other large major metropolitan cities like New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. In fact, New York City is more than twice as expensive as Philadelphia. Average rent for 1 bedroom in Philadelphia...
Is Rent Considered Mortgage?
No, rent is not the same as a mortgage. The main difference between rent and a mortgage is that a mortgage is a loan used to purchase a house or other real estate, while rent is what you pay to occupy an apartment or home for a specific period of time. While rent and...
Is it Cheaper to Live in Philadelphia Compared to New York?
Yes, Philadelphia is about 40% cheaper compared to New York City. "Affordability, walkability, more space and easy access to city life is attracting people from more expensive markets to resettle in the Philadelphia area - particularly since the start of the Covid-19...
How is a Mortgage Different From Rent?
How is a mortgage different from rent? While both refer to payments made to live somewhere, they are very different concepts. Once you understand the definitions, you’ll see why. A mortgage is a type of loan that’s used to purchase real property such as your house or...
Do Landlords Need to Replace Carpets?
Before you make the decision to rent an apartment, you might want to think about whether the carpets should be replaced. This is an important question especially if the carpets look dated or soiled. In this guide, we'll take a look at whether landlords need to replace...
Are Landlords Responsible For Changing Broken Appliances?
Typically, if it’s a major appliance that was in the apartment already such as a refrigerator, and the appliance has malfunctioned due to ‘normal wear and tear’, then yes, a landlord will repair or replace it (but check your lease for specifics). If it’s a non-major...
Are Carpets the Landlord’s Responsibility?
You are probably curious as to whether carpets are your (tenant) or landlord's responsibility. Fortunately, you've come to the right place. While the specifics can depend on your lease, generally speaking, the landlord is responsible for ensuring the carpets are in...
Where Should I Live Near the University of Pennsylvania?
If you are thinking of studying at the University of Penn (UPenn) or have been accepted, you are probably wondering where you should live. In this guide, we'll look at where UPenn students typically live when they are allowed to live off-campus in Philadelphia. Where...
Where Do Students in Philadelphia Live?
Are you a student in Philadelphia and thinking of being close to your university, but off-campus? First, check out the map above to see where the main universities in Philadelphia are located geographically, and neighborhoods that are close by (distance wise). Of...
What Does Package Service Mean in Apartments?
The term ‘package service’ on an apartment listing can mean several things – ranging from a professionally installed package-locker system, front desk acceptance of packages, concierge delivery of packages (rare), to simply an empty storage room that can accept...
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