Monthly rent payments often consume a significant portion of household income, with many Americans spending more than 30 percent of their earnings on housing costs. As rental prices continue to climb, ...

We humans are suckers for free stuff. And it can cloud our ability to judge the true value of a deal. That’s why credit card rewards can be so alluring — free concerts, flights and airport lounge ...

If your landlord isn't resolving issues in an appropriate or timely manner, you may wonder what other options you have. One option is rent escrow, the act of putting monthly rent payments into an ...

If you pay for housing with either of these credit cards, make sure you can cover your balance each month. Jackie Lam is a contributor for CNET Money. A personal finance writer for over 8 years, she ...

For those who are always able to make their rent payments on time, and who hope to one day become homeowners, reporting your ...