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Chad & Rachel

Rachel and Chad have over 17 years of experience as both renters and landlords. They were tenants in 7 different apartments before becoming landlords of 9 apartments in Chicago. Renting apartments from landlords and being landlords themselves have helped them gain the knowledge that they want to share with renters. Whether you are at the beginning of your rental journey or in the middle of your lease and dealing with complex apartment issues, we are happy to help where we can. Read more about Rachel and Chad, or send a message using this contact form.

Renting with a guarantor: 10 common questions explained!

Renting with a guarantor

With the outrageous rental prices of big cities like New York, Chicago or San Francisco, and landlords requiring a proof of income of at least …

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Categories Before Moving, Featured

Can you get an apartment if you just got a job? [Answered]

Can you get an apartment if you just got a job?

You found your dream job, moved to a new city and now everylandord is rejecting your rental applications. Don’t worry, landlords want to make sure …

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Categories Before Moving

Couches Under $300 – Our Absolute Favorites

Best sofas under $300

Finding a good quality couch for under $300 can be a bit of a challenge, but it’s not impossible. Here’s our favorite places to score …

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Categories Furniture & Decoration

6 Stylish pink home decor ideas for adults

Pink home decor ideas for adults

Contrary to what you might think, pink home decor can be done in an adult way and is one of the best things that you …

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Categories Furniture & Decoration

Studio vs. 1 bedroom apartment: what is best for you?

Studio vs. 1 bedroom apartment

Looking for your first apartment involves many steps and concerns, but the decision of renting a studios vs. 1 bedroom apartment is one of the …

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Categories Before Moving

Step by step guide to furnishing an apartment under $1000

How to furnish an apartment for $1000 is a frequent question when moving alone for the first time, and it is one of the main …

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Categories Furniture & Decoration
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Rachel and Chad

Hi We're Rachel & Chad

We're former tenants turned landlords of 9 rental units. Read more about our story here.

Featured Posts

  • how to inquire about an apartment via email sampleMaking a Rental Inquiry via Email examples [+3 Templates]
  • bank statement for a landlordBank statement for rental application- What to know before sharing
  • How to split bills based on your incomeHow to Split Bills Based on Income Calculator
  • 3 times the rent rule explainedWhat if I don’t make 3 times the rent? 8 Tips to Get the Apartment
  • Renting with a guarantorRenting with a guarantor: 10 common questions explained!

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  • What is an Apartment ReferenceWhat is an Apartment Reference? +Do They Actually Call?
  • Where to Get Quarters for LaundryWhere to Get Quarters for Laundry Near You (7 Best Places)

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