Jennifer Riner, Author at HotPads Blog

About the Author

Jennifer Riner is a real estate, finance, lifestyle and home improvement writer for various brands and outlets, including HotPads, Zillow, Trulia and Inman News. Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferriner

Stories by Jennifer Riner

Fall Maintenance Costs to Prepare For When Renting a Single-Family Home

You might think that by renting, you're evading homeownership costs, which primarily include repairs and restorations. Apartment dwellers typically avoid exterior maintenance costs since outdoor…

RENTING INFO
September 29, 2015

How to Negotiate with Your Landlord

Prior to signing a lease, renters have the right to request or negotiate the proposed terms. Although it’s difficult to convince a landlord to, make…

RENTING INFO
September 22, 2015

3 Reasons Renters Struggle to Save

Most renters dream of owning their own property someday, whether it be to benefit from low mortgage payments or build equity in one of the…

RENTING INFO
September 15, 2015

4 Tips to Cut Apartment Utility Costs

Failing to factor in your utility costs before setting your rental budget often leads to unplanned financial burdens. Electricity, heat, water, gas, cable, internet and…

RENTING INFO
September 8, 2015

4 Reasons to Go Apartment Hunting Over Labor Day Weekend

With Labor Day weekend just around the corner, you’re likely prioritizing parties and relaxation over apartment hunting. But, there are a few good reasons why…

RENTING INFO
September 5, 2015

Searching for an Apartment this Fall? Follow These First-Time Renting Tips

Whether you’re off to college or moving out of your childhood home, renting an apartment for the first time is intimidating. High school and college…

RENTING INFO
September 1, 2015

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