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Andy Buman has been financially responsible, and invested wisely in two rental properties and a home of his own in the Omaha, Neb., area. His small real estate empire is doing well, and he has saved an extra $20,000. His question for DailyFinance's Laura Rowley: Which loan should he apply it to for the best return?

It's simple supply and demand: More people are looking to rent apartments than are buying homes and moving out of them. The result: Rising rents, fewer concessions, and more competition for good apartments. If you're in the rental market -- and more than a third of Americans are -- what can you do?

The economy may be looking up, but for many of us, budgets are still tight. But if you're a homeowner wishing for a way to pump up your finances, you may be overlooking your greatest asset -- your home. There are plenty of unconventional ways to make money by renting out a portion of your property.

Rental scams are still haunting consumers -- targeting renter and landlord alike -- and giving rise to new warnings, especially for those using the free classified site Craigslist. The Better Business Bureau is reporting an increase in complaints about rental scams and suggests those on both sides...

In today's shaky real estate market, more and more homeowners are becoming landlords, often as an unexpected necessity. Whether you're renting out your old house, an investment property or even a single room, being the landlord means tax breaks -- and you should take every one you can.

If you're having a problem with a business, Consumer Ally can help. Write us at HelpMe@WalletPop.com. Q. My daughter lives in a mobile home in Indiana. It was not in the best condition when she moved in, but the landlord told her they would fix everything after she moved in. It has been four...

If you're having a problem with a business, Consumer Ally can help. Write us at HelpMe@WalletPop.com. Q. I recently helped a friend and his elderly mother find an affordable apartment in Houston, Texas. But on the day he moved in, there was trash strewed all over the place, and even a condom in...

As the housing market continues to flounder, a growing number of homeowners are ditching their mortgage for a lease. And many renters who once thought about buying homes, have decided to hold off. For now, the market is on renters' side, but that could soon change. Negotiating a cheaper rent now...

While it is becoming more common to get your credit reports from the three major reporting agencies every year, nearly half of the respondents of a recent survey by Zendough had either never checked their report or had not checked it in the past year. It's likely that an even greater number of...

The recession and collapse of the housing market may have one bright spot for animal lovers. As the owners of houses and apartments become more motivated to find renters, more are considering allowing pets.I talked last week with Mike Torchia, president of Healthy Pet Nation, a Los Angeles-based...