What to do when leasing an apartment

1. Call a Realtor to assist you in the process.   When you walk into an apartment complex you will be be met by the property management team. They do not want you to leave their property and go see other properties. They have goals to meet, apartments to fill and a property to manage. Your best interest may not be their top priority. When you contact and bring your own agen...

-You will get all the apartment listings ahead of time to review so that you can narrow down the 3 or 4 complexes that fit your need.

-Your Realtor will ask the questions of the management team that you need to know so there are no hidden fees or surprises

-The Property mangement company will pay your Realtors commission so his/her service is FREE to you.

 

2. Do not go looking at the property until you are ready to Lease.

 

The current market is low on lease inventory. That means Management companies have near full properties.

You will get your best offer from them when you walk in with your Agent the first time.

Chances are good that if you come back in a month the rents will have gone up by as much as 5 to 10 percent. 

3. Know your budget.   Apartments will vary on what they offer as a part of the overall leasing package. Some will offer free cable or Internet, washer/dryer. Many will offer these and other amenities on an al a cate menu. You can rent a garage for your car,  covered parking or a washer/dryer on a monthly basis. If you know your budget your Realtor can help you negotiate your needs into the deal.    Think your are ready now? Great! Contact us and we will send you current listings.

Alan Kirkpatrick

Realtor Austin Texas HomesLLC.

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