Susan M. Freese

This handbook is a straightforward resource for low-skill-level readers who are beginning the process of renting a home. The book provides an overview of what first-time renters should know, from budgeting and developing responsible habits to filling out rental applications and getting along with roommates. Young adults, people recovering from homelessness, and former convicts may all find this book helpful. The information is clearly laid out on each page, accompanied by illustrative graphics and visual aids. Images portray racial and gender diversity, though the stock photos appear inauthentic at times. Glossary items are included on the page where the words appear, making it easy for readers to understand terms in context. Interactive elements like checklists and self-evaluations will help readers apply the information and advice to their own lives. While the use of specific and directly-applicable information, such as website addresses and sample budgets, adds to the book’s utility, that information could quickly become outdated. In spite of its potentially short shelf life, this handbook is a solid overview of the process of finding a rental home. Index. Word list. Table of contents. Recommended. Grade 10-12… (altro)