The worst thing you can do is not have questions in mind when renting an apartment, so below are 40 questions that will put you in a better position before committing to your next rental.
Print them off before you go for your viewing or meet the landlord!
The thing is, now is the time to get some promises made, as if they want you in they will give you priority. Once you have signed you may not get such a helpful landlord.
40 Questions to ask a new landlord
What’s more a savvy landlord would want someone who looks after the apartment, questions like these reflect a tenant who cares, so it will prove of benefit to you in more than one way.
Do I get a reduced rent for referring a friend?
Will my rent increase for a short term lease?
How are maintenance request handled?
Are smoke and CO2 alarms installed for apartment?
How much will rent increase each year?
Is there a notice board for residents to communicate?
What storage is available?
What day of the month is rent due?
How do you want rent paid?
When will I get my security deposit back?
What is the parking arrangement?
When the lease is up, will I be obligated to sign a new lease?
How much is the security deposit?
Is the apartment furnished or unfurnished?
Does apartment manager live on site?
How much is the application fee?
If I’ve been locked out of my apartment is there a number to call?
Is subletting allowed?
Does the apartment come with pest control?
What is the lease start and end date?
Is the maintenance worker swamped with a backlog of work
Do other tenants look respectable?
Where can I submit a complaint about maintenance?
How is my mail delivered to the apartment?
What’s the cost of utility bills?
How is my rubbish collected and what day?
Which fees are non-refundable?
Where do guest park their vehicles?
What personal documents will you need from me prior to signing of the lease?
Can I paint the walls or ceilings?
Is there a fee for early termination of lease?
How many electrical outlets in each room?
Ask a random tenant, what they think of the apartment complex.
What security features are installed for this community?
Does front door have a peep hole?
Does carpet need to be clean?
What is the neighborhood like at night?
Are there cracks in the walls or ceilings?
Is there a sprinkler system for apartment?
Will rental be freshly painted prior to move in?
Don’t be afraid to ask these questions before you rent a property. Genuine landlords will be happy to answer any of these questions.
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