How to rent an apartment

by TM Maria Be a king in your own kingdom

Renting an apartment can sometimes be as long and laborious as buying a new home. We must organize and do careful research before renting an apartment that meets your needs and your budget. If you have the time and the means, consult a real estate agent. If you cannot afford that luxury, you're going to have to put your hands on it yourself. Here is AINB.NET can help to rent apartments in Barcelona.

Find a suitable apartment

Do some research online? Before you can rent an apartment, you will have to find one in your budget adapted to your needs regarding the number of rooms, the equipment, the location in relation to the children's school or your work, etc. You can start your search on the Internet to get an idea of availability. Do a search with the name of your city followed by "apartments for rent" to find sites where are listed apartments for rent.

Take a look in the newspapers. Even if you use them less and less, you can find interesting classifieds posted by private owners who do not have the knowledge or the resources to post them online.

Post your ad in a local newspaper. Many people manage to find an apartment for rent by posting an ad in a newspaper. Write down your budget, the equipment you are looking for, the date you want to move in, and your preferred neighborhood.

Take the car or go for a walk in the streets of your city. A simple tour of your city is a great way to find apartments. Most residences will have a phone number that you can call if you are interested in an offer. If you are very lucky, they might even have a rental office where you can chat with someone or maybe even visit an apartment.

Do not postpone your decisions until the next day. The apartments can be rented very quickly, especially in big cities. If you find one that you like, contact the owner immediately and ask to sign the lease!

Prepare to sign the contract

Prepare the papers. Group the documents you need to show that you can pay the rent. Almost all homeowners will ask you for proof of your income as a payroll or employment contract. You can usually prove your income by submitting a pay slip or bank statement. Some owners may ask you for a complete professional history. Prepare one in advance and take it with you to show your professional stability.

Bring your ID card. Even if you are only visiting the apartment, you will probably need an ID card. If you do not have one, it is probably possible to present a driver's license or a passport.

Prepare a history of your past rentals. The owner may ask you to provide the contact information for your last three to five owners. He could also ask for letters of recommendation from them.

Take your ID card with you. Your landlord might want to check your record before you sign the lease and it will need the information on your ID card to the.

Sign the lease

Read the entire lease before signing it. Make sure the terms are exactly the ones you discussed with the owner. If you are unsure about something, you should ask for clarification or bring the lease to a lawyer or friend who knows about it.

Appointment in the apartment just before signing the lease. The landlord must let you inspect the apartment you want to rent just before signing the lease. You must do this to check for major damage or defects. If you notice, ask the owner to write them down before signing. Otherwise, he might try to charge you later for this damage.

Organize your move. In some apartments, especially in large cities with narrow streets and lots of cars, you may need to coordinate the use of the car park or elevators to bring your belongings to your new apartment. Clarify these details with the owner one or two weeks before the move.