Category: Renters

Pets bring companionship and joy into the lives of millions of Americans, and many landlords have found it is good business to allow pets on their rental properties. Since it can be difficult to rent with a pet, pet owners will often be very appreciative and very respectful of your property and rules so that … <a title="It’s a Zoo Out There: Pets, Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals" class="read-more"...

Choosing between renting or buying a home is already a hard choice for a lot of people. If you decided to rent, there’s also the question of whether you will be renting a whole house or apartment. Depending on your circumstances, a different option might be better for you. Here are the advantages and disadvantages … <a title="House Rentals vs. Apartment: Which One is Right For You?" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/house-rentals-vs-apartment-which-one-is-right-for-you/" aria-label="Read...

Around 2:35 p.m., Monday, August 27th, my apartment caught on fire. In the space of approximately 35 seconds, I gathered a few possessions in a laundry hamper as reddish-orange smoke curled through the window, and ran. The fire had started spontaneously in the next-door neighbor’s electrical system. Since buildings are packed tight in San Francisco, … <a title="What Being in an Apartment Fire Taught Me About Renters Insurance" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/what-being-in-an-apartment-fire-taught-me-about-renters-insurance/"...

Renting your very first apartment is a natural stepping stone of moving out of mom and dad’s house. The freedom of moving out on your own is very exciting, but it does come with a lot more responsibilities as well. Being a first-time renter is a really big deal. You’re on your own and can … <a title="Tips for First Time Renters" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/tips-for-first-time-renters/" aria-label="Read more about Tips for First...

Eventually, every landlord has to decide whether they should allow pets in rentals. It can be tough decision, especially if you are new to real estate. On one side, allowing pets in rental your property can broaden your market for prospective tenants, boost your annual income, and possibly keep tenants longer. But there are also … <a title="Should You Allow Pets in Your Rentals" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/should-you-allow-pets-in-your-rentals/" aria-label="Read more about Should...

A renters insurance policy refers to a series of coverages intended to provide protection to renters living in an apartment or a house. These policies are typically comprised of three types of coverage to protect the insured person, the insured person’s living arrangements, and his or her belongings after a covered loss. Noted insurance agency … <a title="A Beginners Guide to Renters Insurance" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/a-beginners-guide-to-renters-insurance/" aria-label="Read more about A Beginners...

Sally Miller left corporate American when her first child was born to spend time with her growing family. But this also meant the family income took a hit, so she started exploring ways to make money from home. Hosting her four-bedroom home in San Jose, California on Airbnb turned out to be a great side-gig. … <a title="Here’s What You Need to Know About Airbnb-ing Your Home" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-airbnb-ing-your-home/" aria-label="Read...

Many people with disabilities use a service animal in order to fully participate in everyday life. Dogs can be trained to perform many important tasks to assist people with disabilities, such as providing stability for a person who has trouble walking, picking up items for a person who uses a wheelchair, preventing a child with … <a title="Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals and Your Business" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/service-animals-emotional-support-animals-and-your-business/" aria-label="Read more about...

According to the 2018 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 68% of US households, or about 85 million families, own a pet. What’s more, an even higher share of renters have pets. This is surprising to hear, not only because of the rise in no-pet policies in condos but … <a title="Common Questions About Renters Pet Insurance" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/renters-pet-insurance/" aria-label="Read more about Common Questions...

What is Renters Insurance? Renters insurance provides coverage for your lost, damaged, or stolen personal possessions. It also provides coverage for injuries to another person that might occur in your rented home or apartment. For example, if someone is hurt in your apartment, and the injury is deemed to be your fault, that person can … <a title="FAQ and Answers About Renters Insurance" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/faq-and-answers-about-renters-insurance/" aria-label="Read more about FAQ and...