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What Tenants Do Behind Your Back | AAOA

Sunday, October 16th, 2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

What Tenants Do Behind Your Back | American Apartment Owners Association.

Don’t you ever wonder what some of your more unusual residents might be doing behind their closed front doors?   Here are a few true stories to get your imagination going!   Of course, you may lay awake night after night worrying — it is the property manager’s way…

Renters, get a glimpse of just a few of the problems on your property manager’s plate.  Remember this article next time you call her/him — they might just be dealing with a marijuana-farm problem.  Give them time — they will get back to you.

 

Renters: Beware of these lease clauses – MSN Real Estate

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

What a great article — clauses in leases that could work against renters.  We know crooked clauses (and crooked landlords) exist, but have never seen them listed so accurately.  If you are planning to sign a lease any time soon, this is a must-read.  Renters, protect yourselves!  Print this article for reference when negotiating your next new lease.  You’ll be glad you did!

When the landlord hands a new tenant a lease, it’s only the beginning of a negotiation. Tenants need to know which clauses to strike – and which are illegal – before signing, or things could get costly later.

via Renters: Beware of these lease clauses – MSN Real Estate.

Pointers When Searching For A New Apartment | Mortgages

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

More and more in today’s overwhelming Information Age, experts recommend using a leasing professional when searching for an apartment/home/condo to rent (see article below).

With so much information out there (some truthful, some not so truthful), it is wise to use a rental expert — the same way you would use a sales expert to buy a house Let them narrow down your options, and you can make your decision with a clear head.

Leasing agents are paid by the landlords from their marketing budgets, so their services are usually free to the renter.  So quit clicking through page after page of potential rentals, and call your local rental expert.  You’ll be glad you did!

Apartment hunting can be tough. Hiring an agent might be wise when looking for an apartment. An agent can help you find what you are looking for and quite often, find you deals that you didn’t know where available.

via Pointers When Searching For A New Apartment | Mortgages.

What (Leasing) Real Estate Agents Do | YodZiaN.CoM – Finance and Loan Information

Monday, August 2nd, 2010

People use real estate sales agents to sift through thousands of homes to find a handful which meet all the buyer’s requirements.  Why not use a licensed leasing agent to do the same thing with apartments?

Finding an apartment today can be overwhelming — there are thousands of rentals listed online.  Let a local leasing agency (like Apartment Search in St. Louis)  narrow down  your choices for you — the same way a real estate sales agent does for buyers.

Knowledgeable apartment locator agencies are available in most major cities.  It’s an option more and more smart, busy renters are turning to…

Apartment hunting can be tough. Hiring an agent might be wise when looking for an apartment. An agent can help you find what you are looking for and quite often, find you deals that you didn’t know where available.

via What Real Estate Agents Do | YodZiaN.CoM – Finance and Loan Information.

Apartment Hunting Internet Style | Free Financial Today

Monday, April 26th, 2010

Oooh, it’s a slow news day.  This is the best I could find this morning.  Nothing new — you are probably already using the Web to search for apartments.

I do disagree with the statement, “You can find out all the information before spending your time going to each apartment building.”  You can find out a lot online, but not everything.

You definitely want to  visit your top three options, and physically go into the actual apartment you would be occupying.

In St. Louis apartments, there can be a big difference between a community’s display apartment and the unit you will physically occupy  — words of wisdom  from the Apartment Search experts!

There are many benefits to search for a new apartment over the internet; this is because you can find out all the information before spending your time going to each apartment building.

via Apartment Hunting Internet Style | Free Financial Today.

How to go about getting your rental apartment deposit back from landlord | recordonline.com

Sunday, April 4th, 2010

Q. We moved from our rental apartment more than three months ago. Since then, our deposit has not been returned. How can we get our money back?

A. State and local rules vary, but the odds are good that your money will be returned. The first step is to see what is required in your jurisdiction. Speak with a local community housing office or legal clinic. Or, as a start, go online and search for “rental deposit rules” in your state.

via How to go about getting your rental apartment deposit back from landlord | recordonline.com.

4 Tips to Make an Apartment Search Quick and Painless | Oh My Apartment

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

St. Louis Apartments | Free Apartment Finding Assistance Makes Sense!

An apartment search takes time, and it can be difficult to fit around a hectic work or school schedule. It’s even harder when you’re hunting for apartments in another state, and are not familiar with the area. To save time, you must use ways to start and finish an apartment search effectively.

via 4 Tips to Make an Apartment Search Quick and Painless | Oh My Apartment.

Darling bungalow in South City

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Charming 1+ bedroom bungalow with refinished hardwood floors, decorative fireplace, stained glass windows, wahser/dryer and updated kitchen. One-car garage makes this a steal that won’t last! For more information on this listing click here

How Apartment Finders Make all the Difference in Apartment Hunting

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010

Starting the tedious task of apartment hunting can be difficult and stressful. Finding the right apartment finder can help you narrow down your apartment search to a few great alternatives, saving you time and money.

A good apartment finder who has local knowledge and experience can be very valuable to someone who is new to the area.  You will need advice on price comparisons, amenities and basic services that available.  Apartment finders will truly make a significant and positive impact on choosing your next apartment.

Working with an apartment finder will make your search much easier and increase the chance of getting better results.  A professional apartment finder can give you their experienced opinion for the many factors that you will need to consider.  Apartment finders are constantly updating their knowledge of current trends in their market.

If you have never used an apartment finder and do not know one personally, it is best to look around and ask others for their opinion.  There are apartment finders who are not dedicated to their job and only want to take your money, who never tried to help or provide any real assistance, and give a bad name to true professional apartment finders.

Apartment hunting doesn’t need to be a hassle, and can be fun if you have a genuine experienced apartment finder.

Next time you’re looking for an apartment in St. Louis, you would do well to begin with locally owned Apartment Search at 800-286-3092, or go to www.apartment-search.com.

Things to Consider Before Renting Your Next Home

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

Today many people are looking for a place to rent for themselves and their families. While you are considering renting a new home, it is important to understand how the process works. If you do not fully understand the renting procedure, it can be a very complicated and stressful process. People who do not know the ins and outs of the process often end up losing quite a bit of money.

There are actually many how-to-rent guides all over the Internet that will walk you step-by-step throughout the process.  Or call a local rental locator service — their knowledge and expertise can cut down on your research requirements dramatically.

If you have children who live with you, the location of your property is going to play a huge role in finding your new home. Before deciding the area in which you want to live, you will want to check out the schools located in that district. You also want to look at the commuting distance from your childrens’ school and your work. It would be a major hassle if you ended up choosing an area that was far from work.

Making sure the neighborhood is safe is also a major factor that many homeowners will want to look into. Most cities have crime reports available to the public that will allow you to realize which neighborhoods are safe, and which ones are not. You can also get a good idea by just walking around the area. If most houses have bars on the windows and their cars locked in the garage, the area is most likely not that safe. It should be easy to tell if the neighborhood is okay for you and your family.

After you have found an area you feel is right for you, it is now time to see what homes are availabe on the local market. Choose a number of homes that look good and schedule appointments to look around. A great place to start is with a locator — they will usually have a variety of listings for your consideration. When you are looking at the homes, make sure to ask the landlord or leasing company as many questions as possible.

If their is anything noticeable that needs to be fixed, make sure the landlord is willing to fix it before you move in. Be very picky when looking at the condition of the property. Look around the bathroom and kitchen floors,walls, and ceilings for signs of rot, mold, or mildew. Make sure the flooring in all rooms is in decent condition and the walls as well. If carpet and/or paint is destroyed ask the landlord if they are willing to repair any damages before you move in.

So overall the condition of the home, the district it is located, and the safety of the neighborhood are three major factors you should consider before renting your next home.

Posted by Evan Bedard on October 21, 2009