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Questions tagged [rent]

Questions around the idea of borrowing rather than owning an asset. Could apply to real estate as well as other assets as cars can be rented as well.

Questions around the idea of borrowing rather than owning an asset. Could apply to real estate as well as other assets as cars can be rented as well.

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How to split rent/utilities fairly

I'm in the process of getting an apartment with my girlfriend and a friend. We plan on all sharing rent and utilities but there is a large gap in earnings between the three of us, mostly that I out-earn both combined. I want to do things as fairly…
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What's the maximum amount I should spend on rent?

Is there a general rule or percentage based on gross/net income? I'm 26 work in as a Software Engineer and do not own a car as my vision does not permit me to drive. UPDATE: To explain my situation better I live in Huntsville, AL which was just…
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Given this phrasing in the lease, when should I pay my rent?

It's the first time I have to pay the apartment rent myself and I have some doubts about when should I pay it. The lease states: ... at the latest of the 5th working day after the commencement of the tenancy in the 30 days rhythm ... I moved to…
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What are the most common additional fees (i.e. besides rent) landlords or property owners attempt to charge tenants?

I am trying to rent an apartment. Some of the apartments I have looked at clearly advertise a low rent to attract tenants, but then tack on additional fees, thus raising the cost. I want to know what kind of "hidden fees" are most commonly…
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Can my landlord offer to renew my lease for a higher price than the listed price in the market?

Can my US landlord offer to renew my lease for a higher price than the listed price in the market?
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Joint ownership and rent from the person living in the house

My sister and I own a house jointly, 50/50. Her 50% has survivorship to her daughter, mine to my husband. She lives in the house and I do not. She believes that since she is an owner, she does not need to pay any form of rent. How can I counter this…
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