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  Currently I am offering an apartment in Kemayoran area with the following facilities:

 

 

Swimming pool, tennis field, gym, jogging track and spa
Free facilities for the apartment residents
Size : 42 square meters; 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, furnished
Locations in The Mediterranean Palace Residence Apartment floor 11^th

Jl. Landas Pacu Utara Selatan Blok A1 Kav no.2 Jakarta 10630 Indonesia

You can contact me at (062) 081 281 694 544

Things to Look for When Renting an Apartment

When people consider moving into new apartment, they not only look for a place for shelter but also a place where they can create happy memories. No wonder then that it is for the apartment to be convenient and comfortable. This does not only mean that it should be a spacious structure with good furnishing but also needs to be in a convenient location as well. People often get flustered and confused with the many things they see and can't decide on what they actually want while renting an apartment. Here are a few tips on things to look out for while renting an apartment.

Neighbourhood of the Apartment

Check out the neighbourhood before taking an apartment on rent. Check for safety, hygiene, neighbours and their behaviour, noise levels in the neighbourhood, privacy, light and view from the house, etc. Also check if there are any departmental stores, medicine stores, etc., close to the apartment. Speak to a few neighbours and find out more about the area. Check about your apartment and your landlord with those you speak to. It is of no use if the apartment is good but the neighbourhood is not.

Rent

An apartment can be taken for rent for a particular period of time. Make sure you read the rental agreement properly and discuss the terms and conditions of the rental agreement with the landlord before taking the apartment. You don't want to be in a situation where you discussed one thing and ended up paying a much higher price. Also ensure that the contract period for the rental is something you can commit to and in line with your requirements.

Damages

Another important thing to check before moving into an apartment is the damages such as water leakages, broken tiles, faulty fixtures, etc. Make sure you see if there are any kind of damages to the building and your apartment and if there are any; make sure you inform the landlord beforehand. If this is not done, there are chances that you may have to pay for the damages later. If the landlord is informed beforehand, the damages can also be repaired before you move in.

Maintenance

Ensure that the apartment is well maintained. Look how well the apartment complex is maintained, how is the security systems of the apartment are, whether any kind of help is available in the apartment in case of an emergency, etc. Finding out about these things before renting an apartment will save you the exercise of running around at the last moment in case there really is an emergency.

Utilities

Check out the utilities available in the apartment complex before taking it on rent. The utilities could be a range of things from gas, water, electricity, cable tv, trash removal, and internet connection and so on. Not all apartments provide all of these things. Some of them may give you some of the utilities. Also determine what utilities are included in the rent and what will have to be paid for.

Apartment Sharing

Many people, in order to reduce costs, share their apartments. Some complexes allow apartment sharing while some others do not permit it due to security reasons. If you intend on sharing an apartment, make sure you find out if your apartment allows it. Also, make sure you mention the number of people — along with their names — with whom you will be sharing the apartment in the contract with the landlord.

These are some of the things to remember when renting an apartment . If you keep these basic points in mind, then looking for an apartment and selecting one to stay will become much easier.

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Apartment Search

When you are apartment hunting, prepare a rental search plan. Be sure to know in advance what you want in an apartment and what you can live without. Decide in advance what areas of the city you could consider living in and make a list of apartment buildings within that perimeter. 

Be sure to consider how far and how convenient it will be for you to travel to your job or your school or your family and friends. Also, how far is the apartment from stores, banks, hospitals, Church (if you attend) etc. If you have a car, make sure that there is adequate and convenient parking space 24/7. If you don't drive make sure that there is close by public transportation. 

Narrow your apartment locating to the size of rental unit you need. Studio apartment or one bedroom apartment or 2 BR apartment or more. Are you considering a furnished apartment or do you possible need a short term rental. If you are renting an apartment with a cat, dog, or other pet, you need to find out which apartments allow renting with pets and which do not. And, if they do allow pets, is there an additional security deposit required and if so, how much it is. Do you need an apartment complex with an exercise room or tennis courts or a pool or a recreation room, etc. or do you simply need and desire a nice clean and quiet pad. 

Be realistic about what you can afford. Most apartment renting guides suggest that your rent should not be more than 25% to 30% of your income. This can vary depending on the income bracket, but be sure to be "real world" when budgeting additional apartment expenses such as heating and air conditioning and other utilities. If you fall short of affording the apartment of your choice, you might consider sharing an apartment with a roommate or roommates. Keep in mind that living with roommates can help you afford an upscale apartment or even, in some cases, luxury apartments, but it also has extreme restrictions to your privacy. 

If you are familiar with the area and its neighborhoods, that gives you a distinct advantage for your apartment search. If, however, you are relocating to a new city or are not particularly knowledgeable about the city, you may want to contact an Apartment Locator or an Apartment Finder. 

Once you narrow your search for apartments down to apts which suit your needs and desires you must be well organized & well prepared for your visits to the apartment complexes. When inspecting the rental premises be on the alert for unsafe conditions, excessive noise from traffic or playgrounds or neighbors. Visit the apartment building at night as well as the daytime hours. This will give you a more comprehensive understanding of the total space you will be residing in. 

When you find the apartment complex that meets your renting needs and desires, you must be ready to put your "best foot forward" when you meet the apartment's rental agent. This person may be the apartment building manager or a renting agent for the apts. You should prepare for this apartment renting interview in a professional and intelligent manner. Be advised that you are going to be asked to provide proof that you are a reliable prospective tenant. You are most likely going to need references from previous landlords. You may also be required by the apartments to show that you are gainfully employed and can afford the rent. Many landlords may require a credit report. If you are a first time renter and/or you have limited credit history you may be asked for references from family, friends, employer, professionals, etc. Likewise if you are renting with bad credit you will certainly want to come to the interview with a strong selection of references. 

You are not necessarily restricted from apartment renting with less than perfect credit, but you may be required to put up an additional security deposit and possibly have a credit worthy person co-sign the apartment lease with you. Don't unprepared for by requests for any of these things. Be sure to fill out a 100% truthful apartment rental application and come to the interview with references, proof of employment, credit information and any other renting resources at the ready. If you do have a credit history or renting history that might be detrimental, going through an apartment locator or apartment finder may be the best solution. They will present your history to the landlord for you, (make sure they are 100% truthful about it) and they can also be quite helpful and save you a lot of time because they most likely will know which landlords and apartments are more lenient in these circumstances. They can also advise you as to exactly what kinds of references and documents you might need to prove that you can be a responsible tenant. 

You Have Located Your "Dream Apartment"

Once you have located your "dream apartment", or as close to your perfect apartment as possible, now it is necessary to pay extremely close attention to the particulars of the rental agreement. An Apartment Lease is a contract between you and the landlord. Once agreed upon and signed by the tenant and the landlord, the rental lease creates obligations and restrictions for both parties. The most obvious covenants of the apartment lease are the length of the rental, (Six month lease, one year lease, two year lease, etc.) The amount of the security deposit, when the rent is due, who is responsible for what utilities. Also in that apartment lease, however, are stipulations, (sometimes in small print) that can cover a great variety of landlord and tenant obligations and restrictions. 

Taken from : http://www.articlecity.com

by Kyle Thomas Haley