Rental Housing Looking for all Freddie Mac blog posts about rental housing? You'll find them here. What You Should Know About Ending Your Lease A closer look at steps you can take if you need to end your lease early. How to Avoid an Illegal Unit During Your Apartment Search Although it may be difficult to tell whether a rental unit is legal, there are several signs to keep in mind when searching for an apartment. 7 Things to Do Before Moving into Your New Apartment Follow these tips to make your move as seamless as possible. Renting Glossary: The Top 10 Terms You Need to Know Learning these key terms can help you understand your lease. How to Handle Maintenance and Repairs to Your Apartment These tips can help you keep your apartment in good condition. Apartment Types: What's the Difference? Learn how different apartment types compare and what makes each one unique. 5 Things You Should Understand About Your Lease Before you sign on the dotted line, take some time to review the details of your rental agreement. 3 Benefits to Sharing Your Living Space Whether you're looking to build community, save money or make chores a little easier, sharing an apartment offers plenty of pluses. Understanding Alternative Security Deposits Take a closer look at your options for paying a security deposit. What to Do If Your Apartment Has a Rodent Problem Learn what you can do to help prevent rodents from becoming roommates in your apartment during the cold winter months. What Renters Should Know About Natural Disasters Learn more about how to prepare for natural disasters as a renter. A Beginner's Guide to Renters Insurance Learn what typically is and is not covered by renters insurance, where you can get it, how much it costs and more.