Sep 14 2017
7:36PM
Anyone who has ever gone through the process of finding and leasing apartments for rent knows that it can be an arduous process. From moving to negotiating to paperwork, changing your address requires a lot of effort. Due to this we have started noticing a new trend within many apartment communities in Hattiesburg.
Tenants have discovered that changing apartments in the same community offers many benefits to a traditional move. Moving downstairs or across the hall is more convenient and cheaper than moving down the street or across town. Whether tenants have new household or financial needs, staying in the same community can get tenants the perfect apartment without the hassle.
If you are thinking of changing apartments for rent, but want to stay in your current community read below for tips and considerations to make the move a success.
How to Change Apartments Within the Same Community
In order to move from one apartment to another in your current community, without hiccups, it’s important for tenants to educate themselves on current leasing policies and availabilities.
Let the Landlord Know You Would Like to Transfer Units
First things first, if you have decided that you want to rent an apartment in the same community you need to talk to the Landlord or Property Manager. Not only does this now provide you with a dedicated resource for obtaining necessary information, it officially kick starts the process.
Learn the Current Procedures and Policies
Once you let the landlord/property manager know about your desired transfer it’s time to figure out what is required so you can properly plan your budget. Important questions to ask include:
· Will you need sign a new apartment lease, or can you amend your current one?
· Will you need to reapply for tenant screening?
· Will you have to put down a new security deposit, or can you transfer the one from your current lease?
· Will you have to put down a new pet deposit, or can you transfer the one from your current lease?
· If you have assigned parking, will it need to change?
Obtain a List of Current Apartments For Rent
Once you gather the appropriate information on policies and procedures, its time to see what apartments for rent are currently available. Give yourself ample time to decide which unit is right for you, and make sure to maintain consistent communication with the leasing office. Check in with them weekly to see if any new units are coming available. If no units are available that meet your criteria ask to be put on a waiting list to secure an ideal placement in line.
Plan For the Move Properly
Just because you are moving down the hall or next door doesn’t mean that you can disregard all of the moving “have-to’s”. Although there will be less hassles than a traditional move, there will still be time, effort and expenses involved. Be sure to plan accordingly and transfer all utilities and change your address, as there are no shortcuts these steps.
Benefits of Signing a New Lease in Your Current Apartment Community
There are many benefits to signing a new apartment lease in the same community.
Money Savings
Renters can realize significant cost-savings associated with transferring apartments. First, tenants save funds from not having to shell out hundreds on packing materials and movers. In addition they realize savings from (in most situations) not having to pay for an additional tenant screening or security deposit.
Scoring the Ideal Unit and Location
Since you have been living in an apartment community for a year you have had plenty of time to become familiar with where the best floor plans and locations are. This helps a tenant have an increased opportunity to score their perfect unit.
Simplified Moving Process
When moving to a different apartment in the same community the moving process becomes a lot easier. You don’t have to hire movers and most likely won’t need to rent a moving truck.
Seeking Apartments For Rent in Hattiesburg?
If your apartment needs have changed but you want to stay in the same location, transferring to a new apartment in your community is absolutely the right move for you.