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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than a third of all occupied housing units are rentals. If you're among the many whose life is controlled to some extent by a landlord, you may already have been confronted with a no-pets policy. Fortunately, "The Management" often wears a human face. Rules may bend for animals that cannot wake the neighbors and won't tear up the tulips. For the pet's sake, however, as well as your child's, check your lease before acquiring an animal. If there is exclusionary wording or if there is no reference to pet ownership, consider making an addendum--signed by both parties--with specifics. While you may feel uncomfortable asking for more than a verbal agreement, and though the landlord's word may be good as gold, it might be worthwhile to insure that if the management changes or other unforeseen circumstances develop, you will have proof you are entitled to have this animal in your residence.
Author(s): Susan Ginsberg
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