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Before You Sign

You've decided that renting is the housing route for you - but before you sign the lease on that apartment, duplex, or townhouse, do yourself a favor and call your nearest HUD-approved housing counseling agency. There's a lot more to renting than meets the eye - from the intricacies of a lease to your rights as a renter. 

 

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Renting Explained

You don't have to go it alone. Your HUD-certified housing counselor can be with you every step of the rental process - free or at low cost!

 

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The Right Rental

- The right type of rental for you
- Finding the right location
- Determining how long you plan to rent
- Weighing needs vs. wants
FINANCES

Money Matters

- Determining how much rent you can afford
- Your credit report and its impact on your rental options
- Estimating utilities and other monthly expenses
- Potential upfront costs, application fees, and moving expenses
- Creating a realistic and workable monthly budget
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Leases

- What to expect in a lease and the documents you'll need
- Inspecting your new rental
- Knowing you and your landlords' your rights and responsibilities
- Your security deposit
- What to do if you feel discriminated against
   

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