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Get guidance throughout the renting process

Renter Resources

Renting can be a great option, especially if you’re looking for short-term flexibility and affordability.

The rental process

Explore these four steps of the rental process to find an apartment or house to call home.

1

Before you begin, consider where you want to live, what you can afford, and what information you’ll need to apply.

Get ready

2

Search online for rental properties that meet your needs — you can also ask friends or check with an agent or broker.

Search tips

3

When you find a place, you’ll need to complete a rental application and pay any associated fees.

Application requirements

4

Once you’re approved, carefully review the details of your lease agreement before signing.

Details to remember

Before you begin, consider where you want to live, what you can afford, and what information you’ll need to apply.

Get ready

Search online for rental properties that meet your needs — you can also ask friends or check with an agent or broker.

Search tips

When you find a place, you’ll need to complete a rental application and pay any associated fees.

Application requirements

Once you’re approved, carefully review the details of your lease agreement before signing.

Details to remember

Should you rent or buy?

If you’re not sure whether you should keep renting or start exploring homeownership, here are some factors to consider.

Decide what’s best for you

Support is available for renters

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