What Is Holdover Rent?
Stay past the end of your lease without a renewal and you may be in holdover, often at 1.5 to 2 times the prior rent. Here’s what holdover means and how to avoid it.
Why Rent Goes Up Even When Nothing Changed
"Nothing's different about this unit. Why is the rent going up?" It's a fair question, and the answer usually has very little to do with the unit itself.
What Your Rent Actually Pays For
Rent can feel like one number that goes up for no clear reason. Here’s where $2,000 a month actually goes, and why only $185 of it is the owner’s profit.