by volcom2278 | Aug 27, 2021 | Blogs
So what do apartment credit checks look for? As a landlord, they want to know if you’re conscientious with your finances and if you’ll pay on time. A tenant credit check will tell them if you have any delinquent payments, bankruptcies, or any other financial missteps... by volcom2278 | Aug 23, 2021 | Blogs
Determine What You Can Pay. Find Where You Want to Live. Decide Whether You Want a Roommate. Gather Solid References. Look at 5 Properties. Clarify the Cost of Utilities. Take Your Time to Make a Decision. Submit the... by volcom2278 | Aug 18, 2021 | Blogs
For a conventional loan not backed by the government, you’ll be expected to put down 20%. For example, if the apartment you want to buy costs $200,000, you can expect a $7,000 payment for a 3.5% FHA down payment. On the other hand, a conventional lender will want... by volcom2278 | Aug 13, 2021 | Blogs
Establish a Solid Credit Score. Make Sure You Have Renters Insurance. Be Prepared to Pay a Security Deposit. Ask if Pets are Allowed. Screen Roommates Carefully. by volcom2278 | Aug 5, 2021 | Blogs
Landlords often use third-party screening services that provide credit reports and criminal background information on potential tenants, but when it comes to employment checks, landlords might directly call your employer. by volcom2278 | Aug 2, 2021 | Blogs
Check the locks. Do they all work? Ensure there are smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Test them to ensure they’re on and working. If there’s a security system, make sure it’s functioning.