You’ve found your dream place within your budget, and you’re ready to sign the lease. But what if you need to move in after the first of the month? In many cases, you won’t pay full rent for that ...

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Q: I'm a new manager of a small apartment complex and would like to know how to figure out prorated rent for February. Is it the same amount as if the month had 30 or 31 days? A: Prorated rent is the ...