If the landlord evicts you and obtains a judgment for past due rent, that judgment appears in the Public Record section of your credit report. A judgment lowers your credit score and hinders your ability to get future credit or another apartment lease.
Professional painters provide estimates primarily based on the square footage of your home. Painting an average home between 500 and 1,500 square feet can cost between $1,000 and $3,000. However, factors such as number of stories and ease of access can also affect the overall price. Homeowners report that the average cost to paint a house nationally is $2,581 and most pay between $1,714 and $3,682.
The cost of interior painting varies widely based on a number of factors, ranging from about $.50-$3 per square foot or $25-$50 an hour, not including materials. By the hour, labor rates usually start at $25 for basic jobs and cap out at around $50 for complex jobs. 2  That does not include materials. 3  Materials such as paint, rollers, brushes and tarps typically cost extra. 4  A gallon of paint costs anywhere from $20-$75, depending on quality.