questions you should ask before renting?
442300
['Can you clarify the rent, deposits, and cost of utilities? ... ', 'Are there any deposits or non-refundable fees, and what are they for? ... ', "What's your application process and screening criteria? ... ", 'How soon are you looking to fill the unit? ... ', "What's your ideal lease duration? ... ", 'What payment methods will you accept for rent?']
213710
["What's my housing budget?", 'How much should I save for a down payment?', 'How much are closing costs?', 'Do I need to save for moving expenses?', 'How will I furnish and decorate?', "What's the neighborhood like?", 'What are the schools like?', 'Is the location prone to natural disasters?']
58310
['How much are bills and will I need to pay them? ... ', 'How much is the council tax? ... ', 'What local amenities are nearby? ... ', 'What are the neighbours like? ... ', 'How long is the contract/rental term? ... ', 'When is the rent due and how should it be paid? ... ', 'How much is the deposit and is there a holding deposit?']
613186
['What Are the Accommodations Like? ... ', 'What Activities Are Available? ... ', 'What Do You Do to Keep Residents Safe? ... ', 'What Can a Resident Do If They Have a Complaint? ... ', 'Can We Talk to References? ... ', 'Is Transportation Available? ... ', 'What Training and Qualifications Do Staff Have?']
5890
['Is the Land Under Any Conservation Easements? ... ', 'What Will the Taxes on This Property Look Like? ... ', 'What Rights and Titles Are Included with This Property? ... ', 'Do I Have Access to Electricity/Wi-Fi Everywhere on This Property? ... ', 'Are There Any Environmental Hazards I Should Be Aware Of?']
362164
['Have many offers been made? ... ', 'Why does the seller want to move? ... ', 'How long has this property been on the market? ... ', 'How much do utilities cost? ... ', 'What are the neighbours like? ... ', 'What stays with the home? ... ', "What is the seller's timeline?"]
59104
['Are you building for the future? ... ', 'Is the location safe? ... ', 'Is the office space adequately wired for your business and equipment needs. ... ', 'How much will furniture cost? ... ', 'How much will the rent increase each year? ... ', "What's included in the lease? ... ", 'Who handles repairs?']
1220143
['The tenancy contract.', 'The property.', 'The people.', "Your prospective responsibilities as a new tenant. With common areas like kitchens, gardens and courtyards, it's worth asking how they organise the maintenance of these and whether the upkeep will cost you any extra money. ... ", 'The neighbourhood. What are the neighbours like?']
1103089
['#1: Are you a licensed property manager? ... ', '#2: How many properties are you currently managing? ... ', '#3: What is your fee structure? ... ', '#4: How do you send reports? ... ', '#5: How are potential tenants screened? ... ', '#6: Who handles the maintenance work? ... ', '#7: How is rent collected?']
150477
['What is the exact rent? ... ', 'What utilities will you be paying? ... ', 'How long do your potential roommates hope to fill the room? ... ', 'How often do they clean? ... ', 'Is this a more quiet/low-key house, or a “party” house? ... ', 'What do they do for work?']
524722
['How many tenants like me have you represented? ... ', 'How will you handle assignments outside of your local area? ... ', 'What other options are there? ... ', 'Should I lease or buy? ... ', 'How will you help me compare different offers? ... ', 'What else should I be asking?']
22016
['How long has the property been on the market? ... ', 'Has there been much interest in the property? ... ', "What's the area like? ... ", 'How long have the owners lived there? ... ', 'Has there been any major renovations done recently? ... ', 'Is the property listed or in a conservation area? ... ', "What's the water pressure like? ... ", 'How much will your bills be?']
431740
['WHAT DATE WOULD YOU WANT TO MOVE IN? ... ', 'DO YOU HAVE PETS? ... ', 'HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN YOUR CURRENT HOME? ... ', 'WHY ARE YOU MOVING? ... ', 'HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL OCCUPY THE UNIT?']
1194853
['Sections in this article:', 'The tenancy contract.', 'The property.', "What's included?", 'Is everything in a good state of repair?', 'Safety & security.', 'The people.', 'Your prospective responsibilities as a new tenant.']
312794
["Tip #1: Know Your Properties Inside and Out. It's important to be knowledgeable about each specific property you manage in order to answer any questions potential renters may ask. ... ", 'Tip #2: Be Dependable and Available. ... ', 'Tip #3: Practice Good Marketing Techniques. ... ', 'Tip #4: Work with a Great Team.']
298403
['How long have you been doing this?', 'Will you as a homeowner need financing? ... ', 'Is there a down payment?', 'How will payments be handled?', 'Who takes care of the permits?', 'Will there be a warranty?', 'How long will it take?']
999507
['How secure is the deposit? ... ', 'Are there any deals available? ... ', 'Is the price fixed? ... ', "What's included in the price? ... ", 'When will the property be completed? ... ', 'How many units have been sold?']