College Station Texas Home Renting Tips
Home Renting Tips
Here are a few things to think about as you start your home search. Educate yourself on today's issues before making any offers. Knowledge you gain today can save you headaches down the road!
House or Apartment?
Heating and cooling systems are some of the most important investments you'll ever make in your home. Heating and cooling accounts for 44% of your home's energy use …
Renter's Insurance
When renting a home, it is strongly encouraged to acquire renter's insurance. Although renter's insurance is usually not required, it is extremely necessary to have. …
Choosing Renter's Insurance
Now that you have decided to purchase renter's insurance, here are the things to consider when purchasing your renter's insurance policy. …
Renting with Pets
Not all landlords are excited about the idea of taking on tenants with pets, fearing that they will damage the property or leave flea infestations when they move out. It can pose a serious challenge to pet-owners looking to rent. However, there are many property owners who welcome pets and trust the tenants to take proper care and precautions. So how do you go about renting successfully with your pets? …
Lead Paint
All owners with homes built prior to 1978 are required to fill out a lead-based paint disclosure form and provide you, the renter, with a lead-based paint educational booklet in any lease. Lead is a highly toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes. …
Signing a Lease
When looking for a rental, the most important thing to think about is the lease. Carefully read your lease thoroughly before signing it. If there are any questionable issues, don′t sign your lease until the landlord agrees to remove or modify the issue in question. …
Living with Roommates
You may or may not be used to sharing a space with others. While having a roommate inevitably has its challenges, it can also be a wonderful, positive experience. Below are ten tips to make sure you and your roommate keep things pleasant and supportive throughout the year (or even years!). …
Smoking on Property Premises
Smoking is not considered "normal wear and tear." If the property owner does not specify in his lease or special provisions, the tenant has a choice to smoke or not. Smoke gets into the air ducts, the carpet, stains the walls, etc. and is not an easy thing to get out once it's there. …
Cleaning Suggestions
As far as cleaning your rental property, it is much advised that you keep up with it throughout the year. The easiest way is to have a professional cleaning company come in quarterly and clean the unit. Upon move-out, many property owners require a professional cleaning service's receipt or will hire their own service and deduct it from your deposit. …
