Pet Deposit vs Pet Fee vs Pet Rent: Which Do You Get Back?
Only one of the three is refundable, and non-refundable pet fees are not legal in every state. What each charge is, and the math to do before signing.
Apartment Living
Your Landlord Said Yes. Get It in Writing, With a Name
A verbal pet approval is close to worthless against a written lease. What a usable pet addendum contains, and the fallback when nobody will sign one.
Apartment Breed and Weight Limits: Where They Come From
Most breed restrictions trace to the landlord's insurer, not their opinion. One question tells you whether there is any room to negotiate at all.
How Many Pets Does a Lease Actually Allow?
Usually two, and the number is the easy part. What actually happens when you add a second animal: fresh approval, per-pet charges, and a new noise profile.
Assistance Animals Are Not Pets: What That Changes
No pet fee, no pet deposit, no pet rent, and restrictions generally waived. Also: HUD's enforcement position has reportedly shifted, so check it today.