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How a Sale and Lease-Back Can Help a Homeowner Avoid Foreclosure

Losing your home to foreclosure is not the only option for struggling homeowners. Here's what you need to know about a short sale lease-back.

One of the best things about renting is that most problems aren't yours — they're the landlord's. But not these.

Renting your first apartment can be like navigating a minefield. Know the warning signs to make sure you don't sign a lease to a pit of despair.

Getting a mortgage isn't the only reason to keep your finances in tiptop shape. You should make these money moves even if you plan to rent forever.

A rent hike may have you packing your bags, but if you don't want to move, it's time to haggle.

Sometimes, having a good lawyer in your corner really does make all the difference.

If your landlord is in foreclosure, keep a cool head. Here's what you can expect to happen to your rental.

An eviction notice taped to the door is every renter's nightmare. Find out your options if the worst should happen.

Renting a place to live? After you sign that lease, you'll need to provide full disclosure on certain things.

Property managers can help you profit from rental property. Before you sign up, make sure you know what you're getting for their share of the profit.

You need to break a lease, but you don't want to pay for it. Why not try subletting your pad?

Owning real estate is considered a great investment. Even sweeter? All the tax breaks that come along with it.

Rent-to-own can be a lifeline for those with poor credit. Before snagging the keys to your soon-to-be dream home, brush up on what you need to know.

No one ever thinks they'll need to break their lease — but things happen. Avoid legal — and financial — pitfalls by handling it smartly.

It's hard enough finding a place to rent in a tough market without having to answer a bunch of probing questions. Happily, you don't have to.

A security deposit is a big chunk of change. These cheap and easy clean-up tips will help you re-pocket that cash.

If you want to be a landlord, you'd better brush up on some important money lessons first.

Turn to the Internet for fast, simple, and safe ways to get your rental property in front of the right audience.

Bad or low credit makes everything hard — even renting an apartment. Here's how you can still find a place when your credit is weak.

Being self-employed has its perks — and its challenges. Finding a new apartment can be tricky, but it's not impossible if you can sell your story.