The Complete 2023 Guide to Rent Prices in the US
Rent Prices Drop in February After January’s surprising increase in single-family rental prices, February’s data brought a different…
How Does the IRS Know If I Have Rental Income?
Many landlords rely on rental income to cover the mortgage on an investment property and any property management…
5 Reasons to Consider Renting in Retirement
A growing number of older adults are renting and here’s why. Renting in retirement as given older renters…
What’s Going To Happen to Rent Prices in 2023?
After a challenging few years for renters, particularly for those looking for single-family rentals, what’s on deck for…
3 Reasons March is a Great Time to Rent
Hey, did you know that March is actually a great time to rent? Many people move during the…
Everything You Need to Know About Cosigning Firms
Maybe you, like thousands of renters, are worried that your rental application isn’t good enough to net you…
The Complete 2022 Guide to Rental Prices in the US
2022 – A Rollercoaster Year for Rents As 2022 comes to a close, the moderation trend in rental…
4 Reasons Why Gen Z Loves Dwellsy
When it comes to the companies they use, Gen Z’s top priorities are transparency and authenticity. As digital…
Dwellsy’s Rent Price Analysis Methodology
As the largest rental listing platform by inventory, Dwellsy is fortunate to have deeper and broader rental listing…
10 Ways Renters Can Show Proof of Income
When potential tenants are applying for a new rental property, the rental application is imperative. As part of…
Saving Money in the Long Run with Dwellsy Edge
When you’re applying for rentals, the fees can add up quickly. Most rental application fees range from $35–$75…
Try a Flexible Rent Payment Plan
We know that the first of each month can be tough on your wallet. Having rent taken from…
Dwellsy Surveys US Renters, Majority Are Aware of The Election and Planning to Vote
Overview Most respondents are aware of the upcoming midterm elections, with 3 in 4 respondents planning on voting.…
How to Handle a Problematic Landlord
Whether you’re new to the apartment lifestyle or a seasoned tenant, life in a multifamily property isn’t always…
How To Rent With An Eviction On Your Record
Finding a new apartment can be a challenging experience, especially if you have an eviction record on your…
11 Questions To Ask When Touring an Apartment
It’s easy to be lured by attractive photographs and a list of amenities when you’re apartment hunting. But…
The Complete Guide to Single-Family Rentals
Check out the latest data on single-family rentals across the nation. The table below shows the rental prices…
What is a Credit Score and Where Can I See Mine?
Having a good credit score is an important part of having a standout rental application, so we talk…
Rental Fraud Costs Americans $16B Each Year
Dwellsy’s Rental Fraud Survey shows renters have experienced considerable fraudulent activity online while searching for an apartment. Looking…
Win at Renting by Being First
When it comes to getting the rental you want, there’s one rule that’s just more important than all…
What to Look for in single-family Home Rentals as a Tenant
As of 2022, home sales are the highest they’ve been in 15 years, inventory is low, homes come…
Median Rent Crosses the $2,000 Threshold for the First Time
After a year of relentless rent increases, June saw the first median rent above $2000/mo. In June, the…
Single-Family Rentals Continue Driving Record Rent Increases: 37% Through May 2022
Single-family rentals continue to be the hottest type of rental for renters across the U.S., pushing rents to…
Top 3 Property Management Tips
Interested in setting your property management company apart? Of course you are. To lots of renters, property managers…
When will renters get a break? 24% increase in median asking rent from April 2021 to April 2022
Rent Continues to Rise April brought yet another acceleration in asking rent, according to Dwellsy’s analysis of more…
Rent Keeps Rolling Uphill: 19% Rent Increase in the Past Year
March brought continued substantial rent increases yet again. Key stats, according to Dwellsy’s analysis of 509,911 available units:…
Perks of Renting Furniture for Your Home
Buying furniture can be one of the lengthiest, most costly aspects of moving into a new home. Many…
Rent Inflation Strikes Again: 17.5% Median Rent Increase Since Feb ’21
Rent prices continued to grow rapidly in February, with the median U.S. asking rent up 4% vs. January. …
Townhouse vs. a Conventional House – Know the Differences
When searching for a new home, you may have to make several important decisions. But one of the…
Great Space Savers for Small Rentals
Small rentals and studio apartments are abundant in many large and popular cities across the country. Even though…
Tenant Tips: Renting with Pets
I remember trying to find a rental that would accept me and my dog. I was right out…
Tenant Tips: Protecting Yourself From Listing Fraud
Planning a move this year? Wonderful! If you’re like the majority of American renters you’re planning to move…
Renting an Apartment vs. a Townhouse
For most people looking for housing, the question of renting or buying is easy to answer. They know…
Why You Should Always Read Your Lease
Reading your lease is extremely important. Both the landlord and the tenant must know what they’re signing. When…
How to Terminate Your Lease Early
A lease is a legal contract between a landlord and tenant whereby a landlord permits the tenant to…
Rent Expense By Market
Check out the price rankings for 1-Bedroom rental apartments across the nation. The table below shows the apartment…
Relentless Rent Rise Continues: 16% since January 2021
Rent prices continued to rise in January, with median U.S. asking rent up 4.8% vs. December. In a…
How to Rent an Apartment with a Service Animal
Many people have service animals to help them throughout their day. Recent studies recognize how important service animals…
Plant Options for Apartments and Condos
Houseplants are a great way to liven up your home. They improve your mood and the air quality…
Tenant Tips: Move Into Your Next Home
You’ve found a new place and were just approved to move in! CONGRATULATIONS! Maybe this is your very…
Benefits Of Being A Pet-Friendly Landlord
Scratched-up walls, scraped paint, and damaged doors are all potential consequences of owning a pet, which is why…
Landlord Tips: Protecting Your Listing From Fraud
With New Year’s celebrations winding down, it’s time for property management companies to start thinking about the summer…
How To Avoid Fraudulent Rental Listings
Renting a home can be excruciatingly stressful. Going through hundreds of listings, contacting landlords, haggling for lower rent,…
Landlord Tips: Using Dwellsy to Create a Standout Listing
I’m a landlord who’s been managing rentals since I started developing my portfolio in 2015. As a smaller…
Inflation Hits Renters: 11% Overall Rent Increase in 2021
Inflation has hit the economy and renters were not immune, experiencing an 11% increase in median asking rent…
9 Good Dog Breeds for Renting an Apartment
Living in an apartment comes with its own set of rules. Many apartment complexes have a strict no-pet…
What to Know as a First Time Renter
Moving into your first apartment or house is super exciting. You are finally in charge of your own…
Rental Housing Prices Rising This Holiday Season
The average cost of rent across the nation typically decreases towards the end of each year, just in…
Negotiating Your Rent: A Guide
Is it okay to negotiate rent on an apartment? Whether you are looking for a new apartment or…
What Kinds of Questions Are on a Rental Application?
If you’re looking to rent an apartment, you’ll need to fill out a rental application form. Your rental…
The Complete Guide to Pet-Friendly Apartments
If you’re a renter with a pet, you’ve probably heard a little bit about pet-friendly apartments. They’re extraordinarily popular among pet owners right now, and for good reason.
How to Find the Right Apartment – Steps for Success
Finding the right place is never easy and apartment search has changed a lot in recent years but…
What Makes Dwellsy’s Data Better, Part 2: Breaking Down the Numbers
We know, we know: we’ve extolled the virtues of Dwellsy’s data to you before. We’ve talked about the…
What Makes Dwellsy’s Data Better Pt. 1
When you’re deciding how your rental should be priced, you want to know about rental market trends in…