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Subleasing might not be the most sensical option for those looking for more flexibility or to exit their lease penalty-free. But it’s certainly an appealing one. In this article, we’re detailing the numerous aspects of subleasing, including the laws and regulations surrounding subletting and some steps you can take if you think it’s the best…
By Katlyn Eriksen Nearly 15 million renter households in the United States are considered cost-burdened, meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on rent and utilities. With rents at historic highs, adapting to a tighter budget may be necessary for many, especially if you’re looking to move or are navigating life changes, like getting laid off.…
By Matt Mitchum If you have a furry companion in your household, moving apartments can mean looking for a place that is truly friendly to pet ownership. This is especially true if you have a dog. While most apartments will allow small, well-behaved cats, dog-friendliness is a unique trait that only some communities share. The…
If you’ve ever rented, you understand how you must prove your income to meet rent-to-income requirements. This might strike fear in some who can’t produce pay stubs tenants typically use for verification. At Pangea, we understand how nerve-racking the rental process can be, so we created this article on 13 ways renters can prove their…
By Dris M Are you frustrated by noisy neighbors? High-pitched music, loud people, blaring TV – these are some of the things you might find yourself dealing with, especially if you live in multifamily apartments, a townhome, or an old building. But when you live in such a neighborhood, how do you deal with noisy…
Choosing whether you should rent with roommates is a difficult decision. Not only do you face the stress of locating a trustworthy colocataire. You also have to be honest with yourself about your lifestyle preferences. In this guide, we’re examining the aspects that accompany living with a roommate. Choosing to live with a roommate is…
By Aaron Colerick When searching for the perfect apartment, it is likely that you have a lot of things on your wish list that the ideal unit will have. Yet, have you given much thought to what floor you would prefer to live on? While this is often not the first thing people consider when…
By Matt Mitchum Your tax return is your reward for working hard and paying your taxes all year. Most employers take a little more than necessary for your taxes, just to be safe, and you can often get a little extra back by filing your taxes and using all the right tax refunds to get…
Chicago, The Windy City, known for its brutal winters, prominent sports culture, Lollapalooza, and the Navy Pier, as well as other attractions. But what’s it like to live in Chicago? One thing we’ve learned at Pangea is that visiting a city for a short period only gives you a brief glimpse of how life operates…
by Susan Mack We've all been here: you're looking through apartment ads, and when you see a house you like, you start looking at its merits critically. What's the cost? Is the neighborhood safe? What's the state of facilities and public transportation around the apartment complex? Unfortunately, we frequently forget to consider the floor the…