Leasing Information

Why You Always Need to be On the Lease

September 4, 2017

There are some apartment complexes that advertise “individual leases” and some that do not. What this means is that in an “individual lease” every resident in the unit is responsible for their portion of the lease. Additionally, this means that every resident has their own lease. In the event that your apartment…

How to Find a Sublessor for Your Apartment

September 1, 2017

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Plans can change in an instant. Leases can’t. If you find yourself in the position where you need a sublessor; don’t panic. For every person trying to find a sublessor there is someone trying to find a place to sublease. You just need to know how to find them. There are a few routes to…

A Guide for Compromise: 3 Methods for Dealing with Loud Neighbors

March 21, 2017

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The need to study versus the desire to party amongst loud neighbors is age-old battle of apartment living. A little noise is to be expected among those living away from home for the first time, but if your neighbors are being continually inconsiderate, there are legal steps you can take to remedy the situation. 1)…

Steps for Getting your Security Deposit Back

September 19, 2016

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Whether it’s your first apartment or your tenth, it’s important to review the terms of your lease, especially when it comes to keeping your security deposit. Landlords typically request that tenants present first, last, and an additional month’s rent at the time of signing the lease. This is usually a pretty huge chunk of change–even…

Next Term’s Lease….Ready Yet?

November 6, 2015

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Yes—we’re serious. Even if you’ve just gotten settled in to your apartment for this term, it’s time to start thinking about next year whether you want to stay where you are or not. Remember, though: finding and securing an apartment—and we’re talking not just falling in love with a place, but making sure it’s going…

Lease Questions: Ask Before you Lease

May 11, 2015

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The lease is probably the most boring aspect of apartment living. However, being able to understand the terms of your lease will enable you to enjoy all the other perks that come along with the college lifestyle. You’re about to take the first big step of your newly found, independent state of being. College is an exciting adventure…

Search for Off-Campus Housing on a Mobile App

April 22, 2015

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The recent online news is reporting that the mobile app is the way to go for both property owners and students. Finding off-campus housing has never been more accessible. Learn everything about an apartment and the surrounding neighborhood without leaving the couch. It’s as if you’re searching for an apartment online or in the newspaper in…

6 Steps to Finding Great Off Campus Housing

April 3, 2015

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Many students, especially undergraduates, are living in off-campus housing for the first time. While new-found freedom may be a lot of fun, it also requires a lot of responsibility. For those students who’ve settled on off-campus housing,you need to know how to find a place without getting ripped off by your landlord or jacked out…

Negotiating Rent

March 27, 2015

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Negotiating rent can be an intimidating process. When looking for an apartment, especially when you’re doing it for the first time, it’s hard to know exactly what to expect. For example, if the ad in the paper says the apartment is $800 a month, is that number set in stone? While there is no blanket…

Apartment Inspection: What Every Student Should Know

March 27, 2015

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When you decide to rent an off-campus apartment, be sure you understand the nuances of the lease and make sure you conduct a thorough apartment inspection of the exact unit you’re renting. If you don’t, you may find yourself on the hook later for damages that were incurred before you even moved in and if…

How to Pay Your Rent

March 27, 2015

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Living in an apartment is different than living in the dorms. In the dorms, you’re most likely paying your housing bill in one lump sum, or it’s being handled through the Bursar’s office on a payment program. When you move into an off-campus apartment, you’ll be expected to take care of your rent on a…

Does Mom Sign the Lease?

March 27, 2015

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When your son or daughter goes off to college, the transition can be hard. Each year brings different “firsts.” When it’s time for the first off-campus apartment, a lot of moms and dads panic. On one hand, it’s exciting to see your college student venturing off into a more independent living situation. On the other hand,…