If you can’t afford buying an apartment, your solution is probably to lease. Though moving to a new apartment can be very exciting, finding a good one to rent could be a daunting task. To make the process more manageable, you should gain an understanding of exactly what it is that you are looking for prior to beginning the search. Here are the 5 most important things to consider when looking for a new place:
Type of Property:
Whether you are looking to lease a flat, an office or a whole building, it pays that you determine the size and amount of space you want. If you are looking to rent a flat for your family, it means you have to consider the space available to fit the size of your family comfortably. Generally, you want one bedroom per person, though couples or children can share. College students may think they can save money by splitting a room, but usually there is not enough space, and landlords frown on this practice. Also consider the size of the other rooms. Is the bathroom tiny? Is there room for a dining room table or your piano/pool table? Another consideration is the type of building the apartment is in. Is it a house divided into several apartments? A two-story complex surrounding a pool? A skyscraper? A duplex or townhouse? These factors will affect the noise level, sense of community, and ease of access, among other issues.
Location:
Before you pick an apartment building, make sure you’ve given real thought to where it’s located. Ideally, you’ll be close to all of the essential shops and services you’ll need, like grocery stores and restaurants. How close depends on your lifestyle. If you’re comfortable driving most places, within a couple of miles should do. If you’d rather walk, try to make sure you’re no more than a mile away from the important stuff.
Set a Budget:
Consider how much you can afford to pay and follow the “rule” not to exceed 30 percent of your monthly income. Focus your search according to your budget and though you may be forced to compromise when finding a bigger apartment in a better area, make sure it’s worth spending the extra money. If you’re looking for a cheaper place to rent, try roommate services to share an apartment, but make sure you know what types of people or habits you’d prefer to avoid.
Facilities:
This is very important for some people. There are facilities that you just cannot live without such as the internet, washing machine, stove, and microwave. You need to clarify if the facilities that you desire are available in the apartment you want to rent. The Lease:
Read it carefully, and ask questions. If you can, bring someone along who will understand the lingo better than you do. If a part of the lease doesn’t apply, seems like a deal-breaker, or if it really seems ridiculous, talk to the landlord about it. You may be able to negotiate small changes, such as having a second pet or a grill with an additional deposit. Check to see what you are responsible for paying for and what the landlord will repair. Find out about guests. Ask if you are allowed to paint or hang things with nails. If the landlord tells you something that isn’t in the lease or is different from what the lease says, get it in writing.
If you are looking to rent an apartment then choose an apartment by considering all the above factors. Noel Villas and Apartments offer luxury flats and apartments for rent in Kochi, Kottayam and Thiruvalla.
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