The New York Times had an incredible article today. The headline: “The Fever Dream of Landing an Apartment.” Written by Samantha Maldonado, the article is about renter Felicia Russo. It starts out like this: “Felicia Russo says her friends tell her she seems calm. But she says she’s freaking out on the inside: Her housing search is keeping her up at night.” Here is a gift link to the article. We created Dwellsy for people like Felicia Russo. And you. Renting is not always easy. It’s not always fun. In fact, is it ever fun? It’s often stressful. And it’s scary at times. At Dwellsy we are workin ..read more

When you make a submission (“Submission”) to an official Dwellsy Contest (each a “Contest”), you agree to abide by, and be bound by, these Dwellsy Contest Official Rules and Terms & Conditions (“Rules”) below. SPONSOR. The sponsor of the Contest is Dwellsy, Inc. (“Dwellsy”). CONTEST RULES. Dwellsy will communicate the details of each Contest through designated official Dwellsy channels (each a “Dwellsy Channel”). a. Official communication regarding a Contest made through Dwellsy Channels shall be deemed incorporated into these Rules by reference. b. Should there be a conflict between any ..read more

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We know that the first of each month can be tough on your wallet. Having rent taken from your bank account in a big lump on the first of the month can be stressful, especially when it’s a considerable chunk of your income. If you ever come up short, late fees can compound all of your financial issues and make the whole process worse.  Lots of companies are creating flexible rent payment plans that make paying rent a little easier on the renter. In order to save you a little time, we’ve made a list of the best-reviewed companies. All of these services are only available at their partner pr ..read more

IKEA and home go together kinda like chocolate and peanut butter. IKEA’s been around a long time. Take a look at some of their logos and let us know which one came first. Question Your answer: Correct answer: Next You got {{SCORE_CORRECT}} out of {{SCORE_TOTAL}} SHARE YOUR RESULTS ShareTweetPinEmail Your Answers Retake Quiz The post Take Our IKEA Logo Quiz first appeared on Dwellsy ..read more

We know, we know: we’ve extolled the virtues of Dwellsy’s data to you before. We’ve talked about the data’s breadth (14 million listings and counting!) and its depth (pricing! photography! amenities!). Now it’s time to dig into the numbers. Let’s see what Dwellsy’s 14 million listings are actually made of. Dwellsy’s Data in Statistics Want a quick snapshot of the types of rentals Dwellsy has in its massive database? Our rich and diverse set of listings comes from over 20,000 property managers nationwide. Here’s how our numbers break down: 40% of our listings are single-family 40% of our listi ..read more

Hey, did you know that March is actually a great time to rent? Many people move during the summer time, when most leases are up, school is out, and people have time to take off work. What many people don’t realize is the high demand during the Summer makes for higher rent prices and a more competitive rental market. Renting in March offers a multitude of benefits for renters. Here are three reasons why March is a great time to rent. 1. Better Deals when You Rent in March According to Dwellsy’s industry leading rental market data, national rent prices increase during summer months and decrease ..read more

Whether you’re moving in or moving out of your rental, you’re probably wondering how to get your security deposit back. It’s likely that it was a lot of money, so it’s no wonder that you’re determined not to write it off. One of the biggest reasons that landlords keep security deposits is in order to make repairs on your rental after you move out. By fixing some of the most common problems before you leave, you’ll make it more likely that you’ll get your money back. Here are some of the most common problems to watch out for and some potential solutions. Paint touch-ups One of the most common r ..read more

This book was a housewarming gift when I rented my first place. It was life-changing. So simple. Years later, I still make the very first recipe: Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca. Get your own copy at ThriftBooks. The post My First Cookbook first appeared on Dwellsy ..read more

When you make a submission (“Submission”) to an official Dwellsy Contest (each a “Contest”), you agree to abide by, and be bound by, these Dwellsy Contest Official Rules and Terms & Conditions (“Rules”) below. SPONSOR. The sponsor of the Contest is Dwellsy, Inc. (“Dwellsy”). CONTEST RULES. Dwellsy will communicate the details of each Contest through designated official Dwellsy channels (each a “Dwellsy Channel”). a. Official communication regarding a Contest made through Dwellsy Channels shall be deemed incorporated into these Rules by reference. b. Should there be a conflict between any ..read more