Housing rent is a question that worries both those who have already moved to America and those who are still planning to move there for permanent residence. How everything happens, how to find the best option, how can you save money and how do you conclude a contract?
How much is an apartment in America
It is useful to determine the budget, because otherwise you cannot be sure that you really rented a profitable option and did not overpay. Craigslist (craigslist.org) is very well suited for estimating the approximate cost of the type of apartment you need.
Rent from a private owner
Those who are just moving to America can count on renting an apartment only from a private landlord. It's called landlord. Before renting an apartment to you, the landlord will check to see if you have any crimes. He also has the right to request your credit history and rental history, but most likely he will not do this, since this request is paid. You will be required to show the landlord a bank statement, and you must have a large amount of money on your account to be enough to pay for housing for several months.
According to the law, a rented apartment in America must meet certain requirements, and if malfunctions are found in it that have arisen through no fault of the tenant, for example, the roof has leaked, then the owner, not the tenant, is responsible for fixing the problem. The contract even prescribes a period during which the landlord undertakes to eliminate everything.
When you move in, you pay a deposit, which is returned when you move out, if everything is in order in the apartment. If you break or damage something, then the amount required for repair is deducted from the deposit.
Apartment complex
This option is suitable for those who already have a stable, serious job or come at the invitation of the company. It should be understood that few apartments-complex would want to take a tenant who has no credit and rental history, but you can try. You will have to confirm that you have a steady income: the job invitation, which can be used for rent, must indicate the position, salary and company.
An apartment in a complex may be more expensive than a private one, but it has various amenities that make this option more profitable. For example, it has its own laundry, swimming pool, gym, sauna, and more.
Conclusion of a contract
The contract binds you to certain obligations, usually for a period of at least six months or a year. It is often possible to agree on milder conditions with a private trader, but this cannot be done with an apartment complex. If you move out earlier than the due date, you will have to pay for 2 months of rent. As a rule, the stricter the terms of the contract, the lower the cost of the apartment itself will be. With the re-conclusion of the contract, the price of housing may rise.
A slight decrease in prices in the American housing market is observed in winter and early spring. The peak of the season, when it is especially expensive to look for an apartment, is summer. It is at this time that parents are looking for new housing so that children can go to a better school in the fall.
