No one should just jump into renting. There is a lot which should be considered. This provides 10 things you can and should consider. If you don’t there can be regrets. Renting is a serious business because this is where you will be living and where your family will be as well.
Key Takeaways:
- Whether it’s your first rental experience or your last, finding the perfect apartment that fits both your lifestyle and budget isn’t going to be easy.
- Before seriously considering an apartment, you must seriously consider your budget. Conduct a bit of online research to get a sense for the typical rental rates in the neighborhood.
- Before signing a lease, walk around the neighborhood to get a sense of the community. You can better assess the demographics of the neighborhood by spending time there
“Your landlord can make or break your renting experience. If you have a bad landlord – one with a bad ethics or a lack of boundaries – you may end up in your own rental nightmare (or worse – a courtroom). To prevent this from happening, try to meet with your landlord or (at the very least) chat with him or her on the phone.”
http://www.moving.com/tips/10-important-things-to-consider-when-renting/