Renting 101
can you afford it?
Credit Matters
Renter Mistakes
Smart or Dumb
100

What is rent?

This is the amount of money you pay each month to live in a rental property.

100

What is disposable income?

This is the amount of money you have left after paying for your needs and expenses.

100

this number shows how good you are with borrowing money

credit score

100

What is not reporting maintenance problems?

This is a mistake renters make when they assume their landlord will automatically know something is broken.

100

you make $5000 a month with monthly expenses you have 300$ left you want to buy a car thats 20,000

dumb

200

What is a security deposit?

This refundable payment protects the landlord against damage to the property.

200

What is rent?

 Before renting an apartment, you should make sure you can afford the regular monthly payment.

200

this record shows your history of borrowing money

credit report

200

What is the rent due date?

aying your rent after this date can result in late fees.

200

ignore something broken in your apartment

dumb

300

What is a lease?

This document is a legal agreement between a renter and landlord

300

What are savings?

This is money you set aside instead of spending, often for emergencies or future goals.

300

whats the name of a card that lets you borrow money and pay it back later

credit card

300

What are occupancy rules?

A renter who lets their friend move in without permission may be violating this part of the lease.

300

you save and invest half your paycheck instead of spending it all

smart

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