1. Driver's license, state id or other documentation if you live overseas. If address is not current on your identification, then bring a bank statement or utility bill that shows your current address.
2. At least enough money to cover an application fee and a deposit to hold the suite or security deposit if you plan to move in right away.
3. Pay stubs for at least the past three or four months. If you have yet to receive payment from your employer, bring a job offer letter that includes the amount of money you will be paid.
4. Utility bill or other documents that show you are current on bills and paid off/settled debts ie.) bankruptcy discharge. Sometimes conducting a background check will reveal that a potential renter has past issues that might hinder him or her from renting.
It helps to call the company you are interested in renting from to see if there is anything else you might need in case you decide to do business.
Wednesday
What You Don't Want to Do When You Find a Place
Just a friendly reminder to readers of this site...
When it comes to landing that place you like, don't do anything that is going to result in a future headache for you and those you love.
One. Don't make yourself believe that there is no other rental place out there for you and you know you haven't looked for that long.
Sometimes the first few apartment or rental homes that you see are great, but these beauties might cause unnecessary issues for you and those you love later. Consider the following: these dwellings are out of your league--you are short of cash, you have to come up with far too many ways to meet the security deposit plus first month's rent and utilities, the home is too far away from the job, and the property is available sooner than you have planned and your current lease isn't up yet. All these issues and more aren't worth going through when you have plenty of time to keep looking.
Two. Avoid the temptation to persuade your partner, roommates or others who will be staying with you to take the place.
If you see that your family or friends are really not sold on the rental, don't make them accept it. You will find out the hard way how much of a burden the place might be for them especially if they have repeatedly told you, "I don't like all the trees in the back yard...The neighborhood is scary...Those neighbors are strange...These rooms are too small! What's that strange smell? I don't like this house!"
Three. Hold off on signing anything.
Until you are one hundred percent sure of the lease, property, and other things, don't sign anything! You will not want to face a potential lawsuit later if you sign the lease and then decide not to pay.
Four. Tell only a select few about your new location or wait until after you have had some time to get adjusted to your place.
Unfortunately, not everyone is excited when something good happens to someone. You may have visitors who are very critical and try to convince you to find something else after you have settled on what you really like. Exes who have unresolved issues may drop by unannounced, angry relatives or bitter friends might be a nuisance to the community, and your family may not want guests when they are still organizing. So avoid sharing your good news with everyone.
Five. Keep away from your neighbor's wife/husband, property, parking space, and anything else that doesn't belong to you.
One of the worse things that a new resident can do to make his or her stay awful is to start acting too friendly toward a married couple especially if they aren't interested in friendship. You can also rouse neighbors if you like to borrow things, play your music loud, and permit your children to run through through the property. Don't rub your neighbors the wrong way by being too forward, too trusting or too noisey.
Six. Never assume that the leasing office has handled everything.
Follow up with everyone and everything from what you saw in the rental dwelling during your tour to your pool pass. Ask about anything that concerns you and don't think that because someone said, "I'll take care of it." that it was done prior to your move-in date.
To your success finding an apartment home that is right for you!
Nicholl McGuire
When it comes to landing that place you like, don't do anything that is going to result in a future headache for you and those you love.
One. Don't make yourself believe that there is no other rental place out there for you and you know you haven't looked for that long.
Sometimes the first few apartment or rental homes that you see are great, but these beauties might cause unnecessary issues for you and those you love later. Consider the following: these dwellings are out of your league--you are short of cash, you have to come up with far too many ways to meet the security deposit plus first month's rent and utilities, the home is too far away from the job, and the property is available sooner than you have planned and your current lease isn't up yet. All these issues and more aren't worth going through when you have plenty of time to keep looking.
Two. Avoid the temptation to persuade your partner, roommates or others who will be staying with you to take the place.
If you see that your family or friends are really not sold on the rental, don't make them accept it. You will find out the hard way how much of a burden the place might be for them especially if they have repeatedly told you, "I don't like all the trees in the back yard...The neighborhood is scary...Those neighbors are strange...These rooms are too small! What's that strange smell? I don't like this house!"
Three. Hold off on signing anything.
Until you are one hundred percent sure of the lease, property, and other things, don't sign anything! You will not want to face a potential lawsuit later if you sign the lease and then decide not to pay.
Four. Tell only a select few about your new location or wait until after you have had some time to get adjusted to your place.
Unfortunately, not everyone is excited when something good happens to someone. You may have visitors who are very critical and try to convince you to find something else after you have settled on what you really like. Exes who have unresolved issues may drop by unannounced, angry relatives or bitter friends might be a nuisance to the community, and your family may not want guests when they are still organizing. So avoid sharing your good news with everyone.
Five. Keep away from your neighbor's wife/husband, property, parking space, and anything else that doesn't belong to you.
One of the worse things that a new resident can do to make his or her stay awful is to start acting too friendly toward a married couple especially if they aren't interested in friendship. You can also rouse neighbors if you like to borrow things, play your music loud, and permit your children to run through through the property. Don't rub your neighbors the wrong way by being too forward, too trusting or too noisey.
Six. Never assume that the leasing office has handled everything.
Follow up with everyone and everything from what you saw in the rental dwelling during your tour to your pool pass. Ask about anything that concerns you and don't think that because someone said, "I'll take care of it." that it was done prior to your move-in date.
To your success finding an apartment home that is right for you!
Nicholl McGuire
Friday
Start Planning Your Next Move this Spring Season
So the winter season is about over and you're not happy with your current rental dwelling. Well then it is time to start envisioning yourself in a new environment this time next year!
Sometimes we think we made wise choices when selecting a new place to live, but we later learn, usually soon after moving, why the last residents moved out and why the rental unit or home went empty for so long. "Was it a leaky roof? Inadequate heating or cooling? Was the neighbor keeping up a fuss?" we think. Then the problems show up.
Begin listing all the issues you have been having with your current place and what has yet to be addressed. This way when you meet with management when you are ready to give your 30 day notice, he or she will be aware. Do note dates and times you brought issues to managment and how long it took before your concern was addressed. This information will come in handy in case you ever have a legal issue regarding your security deposit refund.
Next, you will want to start planning to spend less and start saving monies toward your next apartment home. What do you think you can afford? An application fee will most likely be expected. First and possibly second month's rent will be required depending on credit history. You will also be expected to put a small amount of money to hold the apartment in some cases. That money is typically put toward your move-in balance.
Take a look around your place. How much room do you think you will need? Then go outdoors, walk the property and the neighborhood. What do you want nearby your next home and what don't you want? Imagine what would make you most happy then pursue it by checking out guides, classfied ads, and blogs about rental locations in your area. You will also want to check with a property management agency to see what rentals will be available soon.
Don't expect leasing consultants and managers to be your friends while you apartment shop. Remember, they want to sell you a suite and meet management goals. So be sure you know what you need, what you can afford, and whatever else that will make you happy!
Nicholl McGuire maintains this blog and others, check out this one Work Place Problems
Sometimes we think we made wise choices when selecting a new place to live, but we later learn, usually soon after moving, why the last residents moved out and why the rental unit or home went empty for so long. "Was it a leaky roof? Inadequate heating or cooling? Was the neighbor keeping up a fuss?" we think. Then the problems show up.
Begin listing all the issues you have been having with your current place and what has yet to be addressed. This way when you meet with management when you are ready to give your 30 day notice, he or she will be aware. Do note dates and times you brought issues to managment and how long it took before your concern was addressed. This information will come in handy in case you ever have a legal issue regarding your security deposit refund.
Next, you will want to start planning to spend less and start saving monies toward your next apartment home. What do you think you can afford? An application fee will most likely be expected. First and possibly second month's rent will be required depending on credit history. You will also be expected to put a small amount of money to hold the apartment in some cases. That money is typically put toward your move-in balance.
Take a look around your place. How much room do you think you will need? Then go outdoors, walk the property and the neighborhood. What do you want nearby your next home and what don't you want? Imagine what would make you most happy then pursue it by checking out guides, classfied ads, and blogs about rental locations in your area. You will also want to check with a property management agency to see what rentals will be available soon.
Don't expect leasing consultants and managers to be your friends while you apartment shop. Remember, they want to sell you a suite and meet management goals. So be sure you know what you need, what you can afford, and whatever else that will make you happy!
Nicholl McGuire maintains this blog and others, check out this one Work Place Problems
Neighbor Creepy, Stalking You?
Don't bother going to your community manager in your dwelling if you have no proof that your creepy neighbor is bothering you and even if you have evidence, the manager cannot immediately evict. Rather, contact authorities.
Gang-stalking is real. Victims online share their stories of how someone or a group follows them because of any number of reasons including: community activism, offensive actions, associations, or simply being at the wrong place at the wrong time.
If you feel you are being stalked, start a paper trail with your local police department. Save email, texts, comments on blogs, snail mail sent, voicemail etc. You can also get people who you trust involved to help you perform research and assist you in other ways. Tell your confidantes what you have been noticing lately, but you might not want to provide too many details especially if you suspect that your home or car is bugged. Ask your friends have they too seen similar activity near your home.
People don't normally stalk or act strangely with others unless something was said or done that provoked them. You may not be the guilty party but someone that you know may have caused others to target you. It doesn't matter if what you said or did appeared harmless or meaningless.
As we all know we live in a very strange and evil world at times. Not everyone is acting in ways that are considerate, kind or even normal--whatever that might mean to you. So document everything that is going on around you. Don't leave home without your recording devices. Talk to those you trust and don't forget to contact those in authority who can sincerely help you. If your local law enforcement can't be trusted, seek organizations that work on behalf of the people. There are still small as well as large groups that do have Good Samaritans who are not corrupt. Also, if you have a faith, above all else pray.
You may have heard of gang-stalking. If you suspect that someone or group is harassing you. Read more about others' experiences and what they have done.
Here are some sources you can check out:
Neighbors Gang Stalking http://youtu.be/DB-MlhPmXqk
Gang Stalking – Ten ways to tell if gang stalkers live next door. http://neverending1.wordpress.com/2012/04/17/gang-stalking-ten-ways-to-tell-if-gang-stalkers-live-next-door/
What to do about gang stalking? http://www.justanswer.com/criminal-law/4g58f-gang-stalking.html
A woman's experience being gang-stalked http://voices.yahoo.com/gang-stalking-psychological-murder-sociopaths-money-10344405.html
Recruiting people to help gang stalk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZODSfs8RlJU
Gang-stalking is real. Victims online share their stories of how someone or a group follows them because of any number of reasons including: community activism, offensive actions, associations, or simply being at the wrong place at the wrong time.
If you feel you are being stalked, start a paper trail with your local police department. Save email, texts, comments on blogs, snail mail sent, voicemail etc. You can also get people who you trust involved to help you perform research and assist you in other ways. Tell your confidantes what you have been noticing lately, but you might not want to provide too many details especially if you suspect that your home or car is bugged. Ask your friends have they too seen similar activity near your home.
People don't normally stalk or act strangely with others unless something was said or done that provoked them. You may not be the guilty party but someone that you know may have caused others to target you. It doesn't matter if what you said or did appeared harmless or meaningless.
As we all know we live in a very strange and evil world at times. Not everyone is acting in ways that are considerate, kind or even normal--whatever that might mean to you. So document everything that is going on around you. Don't leave home without your recording devices. Talk to those you trust and don't forget to contact those in authority who can sincerely help you. If your local law enforcement can't be trusted, seek organizations that work on behalf of the people. There are still small as well as large groups that do have Good Samaritans who are not corrupt. Also, if you have a faith, above all else pray.
You may have heard of gang-stalking. If you suspect that someone or group is harassing you. Read more about others' experiences and what they have done.
Here are some sources you can check out:
Neighbors Gang Stalking http://youtu.be/DB-MlhPmXqk
Gang Stalking – Ten ways to tell if gang stalkers live next door. http://neverending1.wordpress.com/2012/04/17/gang-stalking-ten-ways-to-tell-if-gang-stalkers-live-next-door/
What to do about gang stalking? http://www.justanswer.com/criminal-law/4g58f-gang-stalking.html
A woman's experience being gang-stalked http://voices.yahoo.com/gang-stalking-psychological-murder-sociopaths-money-10344405.html
Recruiting people to help gang stalk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZODSfs8RlJU
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