The Arizona Republic

Take these steps to travel with peace of mind

- Rent Smart The Arizona Multihousi­ng Associatio­n is the statewide trade associatio­n for the apartment industry, representi­ng more than 2,000 members in legislativ­e, legal and regulatory matters.

you vulnerable, and may make you an easy target. It is better to wait until you return to post about your travels.

Get Insured. If you don’t already have renters insurance, you should consider investing in a policy that is best for you. This way, if anything happens when you’re gone, you are covered.

Hold your mail. If you’re going away for a while, speak with the post office about holding your mail. Otherwise, your mail might pile up and you may become a target.

Install a security camera. Consider purchasing and installing a smart home security system. This way, you remotely keep an eye on your home while enjoying your vacation.

Hire a house sitter. If you do plan to go away for a while, consider hiring a house sitter. You can either have them Clean out that fridge before going on a long trip. stay in your home, or ask them to stop by once in a while to make sure everything is all right.

Consider going green. Before you leave, there are a few things you can do to help the environmen­t and your electric bill. Consider going around your home and unplugging any electronic­s. Your phone charger, coffee maker, computer charger and television can be unplugged while you’re away. Before you leave, bring your AC up to 85 degrees. This will decrease your electric bill while you’re away .

Don’t forget to clean. The last thing you want is to come home to a putrid smell and a science experiment in the refrigerat­or. Make sure you take the trash out and clean your refrigerat­or before you leave.

Remember even though you’re on vacation be sure to pay your rent on time. These easy tips will help your home remain exactly the way you left it.

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Courtney Gilstrap LeVinus Guest Columnist

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