Ditching security deposits could come back to bite renters, expert says

Recently, some lawmakers have been proposing alternatives to the traditional security deposit in an effort to help tenants by eliminating the need for a large, upfront payment. But some housing experts say this could actually end up costing renters more money in the long run. Charles Tassel, chief operating officer of the National Real Estate

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Landlords offer a cheaper alternative to the security deposit

Fewer landlords are insisting on a security deposit, and are instead coming up with alternative ideas that might help out new tenants who’re struggling to come up with the amount necessary. Landlords generally insist on security deposits in order to protect themselves against any damage caused to the property, or missed rental payments. But the

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5 Secrets to Real Estate Investing

Real estate investing has been around in various forms since mankind switched from being a nomad to farming the land. Certainly there are real estate investing techniques that all of us can learn from those that came before us. Here are five of the better real estate investing techniques that work today. If you’re investing

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