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Renting an Apartment

How do I take an apartment off the market?

How do I take an apartment off the market?

Once you have located an apartment you would like to rent, it is time to secure it by taking it off the market. This requires a completed Application, a Deposit, and a Signed Lease. These three elements take the apartment off of the market and initiate the background check and approval processes. In some cases, the lease is not executed until an approval occurs based on the application and deposit money.

In most cases, personal checks are acceptable, however some landlords require clear funds, such as bank check or money order. If you are from a foreign country, travelers’ checks are the best option.…

Do I have to be present to rent an apartment?

Do I have to be present to rent an apartment?

It is possible for you to rent an apartment and not be physically present. Here is the procedure we will use in this scenario:

  1. We will have an in-depth conversation regarding your search criteria in which we will discuss your specific housing needs.
  2. Our agent will run a search for active property that matches your needs. You can also browse our website database while the agent searches for you.
  3. We will email you listings that match your criteria and discuss the particulars of each listing. In many cases we have photographs of the unit.