Karen Morales

According to real estate agents.

Sky-high rent prices can be avoided if you know where to look.

And became a renter instead.

But racial disparities are still rampant.

Too much personal flair can turn buyers off.

From Oregon to Idaho.

They're made by woodworker Steve Hadeka.

While some landlords enforce a no-pet policy in their buildings, the Fair Housing Act, a federal law protecting tenants from discrimination, upholds tenants' right to have an ESA at home.

And other renter-friendly laundry tips.

Here's what to clean first.