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About Steffi Cook

Steffi Cook
Steffi Cook is the head of content for Rentals.com. When she’s not writing or editing, you can find her on the tennis court, hiking in the mountains or trying a new restaurant.
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What is a Split-Level House?

What is a split-level house, exactly? Let’s discuss what makes a house split-level and if it’s an ideal home to live in.

Landlords Renters
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10 Tips for Buying Your First Rental Property

If you’re thinking about buying a rental property, there are a number of things you need to know before taking the first step. Read on to learn what they are.

Guides Landlords
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How To Write a Rent Increase Notice to Your Tenant + Template

Telling your tenants that their rent is increasing may be a bit uncomfortable, but it doesn’t have to be bad experience. Learn how to deliver a rent increase notice and use our free template to do it.

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Steffi Cook

Last update Mar 25th, 2021

How to Hide a Key: 6 Ways to Consider

You’re probably going to lose or misplace your key at some point so it’s best to have a spare hidden somewhere. The hidding places are great place to start if you’re looking for ways to hide a key.

Renters
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What is a Month-to-Month Lease Agreement?

A month-to-month lease isn’t the first type of rental agreement that landlords and tenants consider. However, it does have its advantages. Here we define what month to month lease is and all the pros and cons of having one.

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Last update Jan 15th, 2021

What is the Difference Between a Suburb and Exurb?

The amount of people moving to the exurbs is steadily increasing, especially due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Here is some information about exurbs and what differentiates them from a suburb community.

Coronavirus Renters
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Last update Nov 10th, 2020

4 Important Things To Consider When Maintaining Healthy Indoor Air Quality In A Rental

The type of air you breathe is vital to your overall health, including the air you breathe indoors. Use these 4 tips to learn how to improve the air quality in your home.

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Last update Dec 18th, 2020

What to Look for During a Tenant Evaluation

Besides using an online application, how else can you realistically (and legally) evaluate future tenants? One way is through an in-person tenant evaluation.

Landlords
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4 Amenities That Drive Rentals and ROI

Add these rental house amenities to your rental home and you’ll likely find tenants who can’t wait to rent your home, resulting in ROI.

Landlords
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Last update Oct 2nd, 2020

What the CDC Eviction Moratorium Means for Landlords

In an effort to curb Coronavirus, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued an eviction moratorium temporarily halting residential evictions. Read on to learn what this means for landlords.

Coronavirus Landlords
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Last update Jan 6th, 2021

How to Store Christmas Lights

There are may methods on how to store Christmas lights, depending on the type of string and bulb. Avoid the frustration of detangling them every holiday season with these tips.

Renters
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What Are Cobwebs And How Do You Prevent Them?

Cobwebs are corner-clinging webs created by spiders. The more you know, the easier it is to prevent and get rid of these webs in your home.

Renters
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Proof of Income: What Is It and How Do I Prove It?

Your potential landlord will want proof that you can pay your monthly bills when you sign a lease, and proof of income is how they’ll get it. Consider it a background check for your finances.

Renters
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Last update Oct 2nd, 2020

What is an Eviction?

An eviction is something you never want to experience. It’s the legal process of removing a tenant from their rental property initiated by the landlord.

Coronavirus Renters
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How Much Should You Charge For Rent?

When deciding how much to charge for rent, there isn’t a standard rule to follow. But these tips can help you determine your final asking price.

Landlords
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HUD Occupancy Standards

Landlords who participate in the Urban Housing Development (HUD) program help provide housing to lower income individuals. The HUD occupancy standards offers guidelines on how many people live in a rental property and can help you determine your occupancy standards for your properties.

Landlords
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Last update Aug 14th, 2020

The Rental Application For Pet Owners and Approval Process For Landlords

Consider these smart leasing options to help create an appealing and secure rental application for pet owners.

Landlords
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Last update Jun 12th, 2020

Single-Family Rental Landlords Will Likely Prosper During and After Pandemic

Despite all the negativity the Coronavirus pandemic has caused, single-family rental landlords and property managers are in luck. These homes are in high demand, and likely will be post-virus.

Coronavirus Landlords
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Last update Jun 5th, 2020

Why Converting Your Short-Term Rentals to Long-Term Rentals May Benefit Your Cash Flow

Short-term rentals are sitting vacant due to the Coronavirus, but there’s a way to get people renting these properties again. Simply turn them into long-term for the time being.

Coronavirus Landlords
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Last update Jul 10th, 2020

How to Successfully Conduct a Live Virtual Property Tour

A live virtual property tour is a great way to showcase your rental, especially when social distancing is enforced. Make sure to follow these tips.

Coronavirus Landlords
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Last update Jun 9th, 2020

Landlord Notices And Best Practices For Writing Each One

There are instances where you’ll need to notify your tenant of what’s going on with your property. Learn about the different types of landlord notices and what information you need to include with each of them.

Landlords
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Last update Apr 24th, 2020

Landlords Can Now Upload Multiple Property Videos to Listings

Rentals.com is excited to announce a new functionality available within listings for landlords and property management companies. With this new feature, landlords can now upload multiple property videos to their listing. This is an improvement from only being able to upload one video.

Landlords
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Rental Market Trends For 2020

It’s important to stay updated on current rental market trends. These can help you keep your current tenants happy and also attract new ones.

Landlords
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Questions You Should Ask During a Virtual Property Tour

There are specific questions you’ll need to ask when on a virtual property tour. We’ve outlined these for you and explained why each one is important.

Coronavirus Renters
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Last update Jul 29th, 2020

Tips for Collecting Rent During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

Landlords: is your renter struggling with paying rent? Here are some tips to help you receive rent payments during the Coronavirus threat.

Coronavirus Landlords
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Last update Dec 28th, 2020

Online Rental Applications Will Likely Follow Similar High-Growth Trends as Virtual Tours

The Cornonavirus has driven more renters to lean on virtual tours. Will applying with online rental applications follow a similar trend? Likely, yes.

Coronavirus Landlords
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Last update Apr 28th, 2020

How Rentals.com is Responding to Coronavirus

Rentals.com is taking steps to offer you the safest possible rental home and tenant search experience during this Coronavirus emergency.

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Last update Dec 18th, 2020

How to Find a Rental Home While Social Distancing During Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Technology and social platforms have now empowered renters to continue their search for their next dream home while still practicing social distancing.

Coronavirus Renters
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Last update Nov 16th, 2020

Tips for Shooting a Virtual Property Video With Your Smartphone

With Coronavirus (COVID-19) still a threat and social distancing becoming the new normal, rental property owners and managers need to think of creative ways to showcase their rental property virtually. One way is by creating a virtual property video.

Coronavirus Landlords
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Last update Dec 18th, 2020

How to Find an Ideal Tenant While Operating Within a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Environment

With everyday life changing due to Coronavirus, or COVID-19, digital media, online tools and technology are more crucial than ever to help showcase your property and keep potential leads moving through the leasing process.

Coronavirus Landlords
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