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By Celia Young |July 7, 2025 - 11:00AM
Can a landlord require a ‘refundable’ pet security deposit of $300?

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By Celia Young |January 28, 2025 - 1:30PM
Elaborate apartment scams on Instagram can cost renters thousands—along with their pride

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By Celia Young |July 9, 2024 - 1:30PM
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By Evelyn Battaglia |October 17, 2023 - 10:00AM