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| NSAA Renter Tips for Renters Seeking Housing |
1. Approach your rental housing search like you would a job search. Be organized, serious, professional, and make sure you stand out as the best applicant.
2. Let all your friends and associates know that you are looking and what you are looking for. Explore newspaper classified ads, renter magazines, the internet for listings. Post notes on bulletin boards at public places you frequent.
3. Know what you really want and don't want. Be flexible with the rest of your criteria. Be prepared to decide on the spot and to leave a deposit / or credit check fee.
4. "The early bird gets the worm!" Check the latest listings first thing everyday, and call early. Respond quickly when a landlord calls you back.
5. If you leave a message on an answering machine, be sure to speak clearly and slowly, and repeat your name and phone number. Be available to accept or return calls, or state in your message when you will be available.
6. Keep your credit in good standing. Obtain a copy of your credit report, correct any errors, and make sure what you say in the rental application is consistent with what the landlord will see on the credit report.
7. Be prepared with all information you need to complete a rental application: Prior addresses, bank account and credit card numbers, a list of references. Landlords will not respond to incomplete applications.
8. Contact your references ahead of time to be sure your information is current and they are aware you have use them as a reference.
9. Consider preparing a renter's resume. You may have to repeat the information on the application but you will stand out as well-organized an prepared.
10. Make a good impression. Demonstrate that you will be a good steward fo the landlord's property.
The Nevada State Apartment Association (NSAA) is a non-profit organization that provides the Nevada multi-housing industry with legislative support, education and community outreach to benefit its membership and the communities they serve. The NSAA is devoted to supporting the diversity, integrity and ever-changing environment of the multi-family industry. The NSAA also strives to promote the highest level of professionalism with established standards and practices throughout every segment of the multi-family industry, including management, marketing, maintenance and suppliers.
2. Let all your friends and associates know that you are looking and what you are looking for. Explore newspaper classified ads, renter magazines, the internet for listings. Post notes on bulletin boards at public places you frequent.
3. Know what you really want and don't want. Be flexible with the rest of your criteria. Be prepared to decide on the spot and to leave a deposit / or credit check fee.
4. "The early bird gets the worm!" Check the latest listings first thing everyday, and call early. Respond quickly when a landlord calls you back.
5. If you leave a message on an answering machine, be sure to speak clearly and slowly, and repeat your name and phone number. Be available to accept or return calls, or state in your message when you will be available.
6. Keep your credit in good standing. Obtain a copy of your credit report, correct any errors, and make sure what you say in the rental application is consistent with what the landlord will see on the credit report.
7. Be prepared with all information you need to complete a rental application: Prior addresses, bank account and credit card numbers, a list of references. Landlords will not respond to incomplete applications.
8. Contact your references ahead of time to be sure your information is current and they are aware you have use them as a reference.
9. Consider preparing a renter's resume. You may have to repeat the information on the application but you will stand out as well-organized an prepared.
10. Make a good impression. Demonstrate that you will be a good steward fo the landlord's property.
The Nevada State Apartment Association (NSAA) is a non-profit organization that provides the Nevada multi-housing industry with legislative support, education and community outreach to benefit its membership and the communities they serve. The NSAA is devoted to supporting the diversity, integrity and ever-changing environment of the multi-family industry. The NSAA also strives to promote the highest level of professionalism with established standards and practices throughout every segment of the multi-family industry, including management, marketing, maintenance and suppliers.
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