Apartment-Hunting Rules Everyone Should Know

Perhaps the rudest awakening we’ve ever had is learning apartment shopping is nothing like an episode of House Hunters. From scrolling through dozens of listings, to winning a bidding war, to learning what a guarantor is and if you even need one, the whole thing is a complete headache.

Apartment hunting will never be easy — no matter how many times you move — but learning some insider tips will make the process more manageable. Here, eight realtors share tips every smart renter should know.