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How can I save money on renting a place to live?

Last Updated: February 29, 2008

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1. Do not limit your rental housing search to classified ads or referrals from friends and acquaintances. Select buildings where you would like to live, and contact their building manager or owner to see if anything is available.

2. Remember that signing a lease probably obligates you to make all monthly payments for the term of the agreement.

Web Resource: http://www.hud.gov/renting/index.cfm

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