Wondering what it costs to live around the country? Accommodation sharing service EasyRoomMate has launched a ‘Flatshare Index’ which identifies the typical monthly costs for sharing a unit or house around Australia, along with figures on how long it takes to find a room and whether students or professionals dominate in the local sharing market.
The cycle of trying to find a place to rent is stressful — either there’s a mad rush for people to apply or you’re left wondering why the place has been empty for a year. Rent Reviews lets you detail your experiences applying for properties and how you’ve found places you’ve rented in the past so other potential tenants can learn from your experience.
As with homes, it’s often more practical and economical to rent expensive items rather than buy. Finance blog Budgets Are Sexy highlights four items they’re convinced you should rent rather than buy, but it also got us wondering: When do you rent?
Many financial advisers recommend buying a home to take advantage of the associated tax benefits. If you want the investment portfolio without the hassle of home ownership, life management blog My Life ROI has some suggestions.
Changing apartments can be exhilarating, intimidating, a design challenge, a shopping trip and many other things. If you’re switching up spaces, Apartment Therapy has a two-part, seven-points-each checklist you should read a good deal before the end of the month.
Even if your landlord seems happy-go-lucky upon moving in, there’s always a chance they won’t be so nice when you move out. Keep all parties accountable and in check for a hassle-free lease with a little help from your camera.
