Renter guides
Straight answers for every step of an apartment search, written by the people who do this every day.
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How to qualify for an apartment in Houston
Income, credit and rental history: what most Houston communities check, and what to do if you're close.
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Your apartment tour checklist
What to bring, what to check and what to ask, so you can apply with confidence on tour day.
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Move-in specials, explained
Weeks free, reduced first months and net effective rent: how to compare specials and what they really save.
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Moving to Houston: a renter's quick start
Pick a part of town by commute, time your tours and apply before you leave town.
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Apartment leasing terms, decoded
Concessions, admin fees, proration and more: plain-English definitions for the words on your lease.
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