Background checks are usually a compulsory process for most landlords. It means a big deal to landlords because it gives them a better picture of prospective tenants. Though this process can reveal a lot about you, it majorly boils down to one thing – your ability to pay rent. And this is where your employer […]
A background check is a compulsory process in most apartments. And understandably so, it enables landlords to get a clearer picture of prospective tenants. Among other things, a background check reveals to landlords the financial stability, renting history, and criminal background of the tenant. And this can help them turn away potential problem tenants right
A criminal record can impact your life heavily. Among many things, it can make people shun you and lower your chances of getting a job. On top of that, finding an apartment to rent with a criminal background can be a daunting task. You see, before renting their units out, landlords run a background check
A background check is a process that landlords consider vital and essential. Among many things, it reveals the financial stability, renting history, and criminal background of prospective tenants. And this can help the landlord get tenants of their desired caliber. But, while it’s good for the landlord’s bottom line, as a tenant, a background check
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After checking several listings, you’ve finally found your dream apartment. Everything about it, including the landlord, ticks all the boxes and you think ‘this might be it’. However, one thing stands in the way – the tenant qualification process. You see, great apartments attract large pools of rental prospects. And, chances are, a big number
After a long and tiresome search, you have finally found your dream apartment. You must be so excited to move in, but just before you do, there’s one thing remaining – a background check. While this process might feel a bit intimidating to you, it means a great deal to landlords. For one, it reveals
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After a long and tedious house-hunting journey, you’ve at last found the apartment of your dreams. It’s in the ideal location; with a good school district, low crime rate, and plenty of amenities nearby. But there’s something about the apartment that turns you off – it looks a bit outdated. Its walls are dingy, flooring
Before lease signing, most landlords will require tenants to pay certain fees. One such fee is the security deposit. Basically, it acts as a safety net for landlords in the event their tenant isn’t able to meet their lease obligations such as rent payment. In today’s article, we’ll take you everything you need to know
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Thinking of finding a roommate? If so, that could be a great idea. Among many things, having a roommate means sharing rental payments, utilities, and other costs that might come along the way. And this can be good for your bottom line. However, that will be determined by the kind of roommate you land. While
Looking to lease an apartment? If so, there are several things you need to ask your potential landlord before signing on the dotted line. And, no, I’m not talking about the obvious rental matters such as cost per month, payment options, and security deposit. These are things you probably enquired about long before. What I’m
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