Roxana Nica, Author at ResidentShield

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8 Tips for Renting with Pets

You’ve found the perfect apartment: great location, reasonable rent, and a kitchen island you’ve been dreaming about. Then you remember your dog, and you instantly worry they may hurt your chances of having the rental application approved. Renting with pets…

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How to Prevent Break-Ins: Securing Windows and Deterring Burglars

When renters think about their apartment’s security, their first thought is likely the front door. But they often overlook windows, which are just as important, if not more so. Burglars often look for the path of least resistance, and windows…

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What Is a Renters Insurance Deductible?

If you’re a renter and you have renters insurance (or you’re thinking about getting it), you’ve probably come across the term “renters insurance deductible.” What does that phrase mean? Insurance terms may sound like they were made to confuse regular…

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What’s Included in Your Rent? A Guide to All-Bills-Paid Apartments

If you’ve been apartment hunting lately, you may have noticed “all bills paid” or “utilities included” popping up in listings more often. What exactly does this mean, and more importantly, is it worth it? Like any housing decision, this arrangement…

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Do You Need Renters Insurance? Reasons Landlords Require It and Why You Should Too

If you’re renting your first apartment or simply moving into a new place and you don’t yet have renters insurance, there’s a good chance you’ve at least heard about it. Now’s as good a time as any to explore the…

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Keep Your Cool with These Summer Safety Tips for Apartments

Nothing ruins a perfect summer like a preventable accident in your apartment. While you’re planning beach trips and outdoor adventures, your rental may face some seasonal challenges. From overworked electrical systems to surprise storms that can cause serious damage, your…