Austin Apartment Search Tips



Questions to Answer Before Renting:

1. Do I know what I need? Take some time to focus on your Austin rental needs. When you are sure about area, price, size, amenities and move in date, contact Simple search Apartments so that we can match you up with the Austin rentals that meet your criteria. If you are unsure about anything, ask us. We will use our Austin rental expertise to point you in the right direction.

2. How do I choose between hundreds of Austin rentals? The first step is to understand what your Austin rental needs are. Understand your budget. Know when you want to move. Try to narrow down what area of town you want to focus on. You can check out the different Austin neighborhoods. Figure out what is important to you. Once that is clear, let us help you narrow down the list of choices to the ones that match your criteria. We will simplify the process for you.

3. How do I get the best deal? It is important to know when you want to move. The best time to gather all of the pertinent Austin rental information is about 45 days or so before your move in date. Then do your homework and find out what is out there. After you have a working knowledge of the deals in the area, feel confident that you will be able to make an informed decision. That is what Simple Search Apartments can do for you. We compile all of the Austin apartment data and present it to you. Then we answer any questions you may have. Our patrons rent knowing that they have done their homework and know all the best deals in the area.

4. What should I ask when I visit a property? By this point, you should have all the details about pricing, specials, lease terms and availability provided by Simple Search Apartments. There are a few things you want to ask the property representative. Ask about : parking, security on property and any security measures for inside the apartment, when is rent due and when is it late, hours of operation for the office and amenities, is heating gas or electric, what are the cable options for the area, will the model I am seeing show exactly like my potential unit, what is the maintenance policy, what is the average water bill ( some properties allocate the water and the bill can be higher ).

5. How many properties should I see? See as many as you want. But keep in mind, that a well prepared renter can narrow it down to 3 to 5 options before ever leaving the house. Simple Search Apartments will prepare and educate you to the Austin rental market. There is no need to physically see more than 5 or 6 options at most. That is because, if you know what you want, we will prepare a list of all the comps in that area. These options will best meet your criteria. Why look at something that does not meet your needs?

6. How do I know I qualify? Each property has their own rental qualifying criteria. The basics are : income ( usually 3 times the rent ), credit ( negative credit can adversely affect your application ), rental history ( broken leases and evictions are frowned upon ), criminal background ( felonies and some misdemeanors are not allowed at most properties ). If there are any issues on your background, let us know. It may limit your options, but at least there are options. Remember, it is our job to save you time and money. We will not send you to a property if we know that you will be declined for a background issue.

7. When should I fill out an application and put down my deposit? Since you are a well educated renter at this point, you should feel confident in making a decision within a few hours to a day or so after you find the best deal for you. It important to understand what type of deal the property is offering. Some special are Look-n-Lease deals. This means the property has a time limit on the special that was offered to you. Be clear on what that time limit is, usually 12 to 72 hours. Do not leave money on the table by missing a deadline. All of our patrons are fully aware of these restrictions before they arrive on property.

8. Is there anything I should do before I sign my lease? Yes. It is always good to do a walkthrough of your Austin apartment. Make sure it is the unit you agreed to rent and is in the condition you expected. Any discrepancies should be cleared up before you sign the lease. Look over the lease carefully. Make sure that the price and lease term you agreed to is clearly listed as well as any other property fees. It is important to understand your lease.
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