Subscribe To UpdatesWhether you are renting a house or renting an apartment, you will no doubt be faced with having to pay a Security Deposit. A security deposit is a way for landlords to protect their investment whether it be for unpaid rent or for damage the tenant may cause to the property. It covers hiring someone to paint, materials, new carpets if necessary, and a multitude of other things that could happen while the tenant resides on the premises that is considered above and beyond normal wear and tear. Read more »
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How to set a monthly budget
You have an emergency and you need cash. Where are you going to get it? If you had a monthly budget, you could have been prepared for this situation. In today’s economy, having a household budget is pretty much a requirement for survival. You need to know where all your nickels and dimes are going. You know you pay your bills, but do you know where the rest of your money is going and why you don’t have any left?
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Setting up your new apartment’s utilities
When you think of moving, you can picture endless days of packing, throwing things out, cleaning, re-organizing, renting a moving truck or service and so on. You get so focused on physically getting all of your belongings from one space to another (not to mention, paying for the move, deposit and first month’s rent) that it’s easy to forget what makes your apartment worth living in, the utilities. Here’s a quick guide to getting everything set up, with the least amount of fuss and expense as possible.
Five different ways to find your perfect neighborhood
Sure, most people’s perfect apartment on the inside has large windows, new appliances including a dishwasher, a walk-in closet. But just as important is what’s outside of your apartment. Here are five tips that will help you narrow down exactly where are you looking for this dream apartment. Read more »
Should you use an apartment finding service?
Finding a new place to live can be a daunting experience, especially in a large city. You peruse through Craigslist, newspaper classified ads and web pages for weeks without finding what you’re looking for. You can even walk through potential neighborhood blocks, scouring for a “For Rent” sign and then cold-calling apartment managers and sub letters. You can walk all over town, from the good side to the bad. OR: You can just have someone else do it.
Things to think about before you look for roommates
Having roommates can be one of the most fun things you ever do. It also could be (at the same time even) one of the most exasperating things you ever do. With them you can rent nicer apartments for a lot less money and maybe even have enough left over for a very deluxe cable package. Without them, you can have whatever schedule you want without bothering anyone. Think through these five things before you start looking for your new flat mate.
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Thirteen things to consider before signing a lease
Before sign the dotted line to an apartment that looks like a dream, check the following 14 details that will save you from some unpleasant surprises down the line. Disclaimer: we are not lawyers. Please talk to a lawyer if you have legal questions!
- Move out details – Are leases automatically renewed or are you given time in advance to decide whether you want to stay in your apartment or not?
- Sublease details – Some landlords or property owners just need a month of notification in advance if you need to move out. Others demand that you stay and still others will let you find a replacement, but only ones that can pass their background check.
- What’s the reputation of the complex or the landlord? Check www.apartmentratings.com where you can read tenants feedback on parking, office staff, safety and other important facts.
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