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4 essentials for picking the right rental property
4 essentials for picking the right rental property
Date: 2017-03-17
Budgets are tight and rental homes are increasingly hard to find, which means that prospective tenants now often need to make quick decisions about the properties they view - or risk losing out to the next person on the landlord's list.
But despite the resurgence of new apartment developments lately, there is still a shortage of rental stock compared to demand.
1. Location: A well-kept house with all the space you need may seem like a great choice, but if it's in a run-down area, you probably shouldn't rent it
2. Condition: Secondly, you really need to check on the condition of the rental unit itself, and the overall complex if it is a sectional title apartment or townhouse.
3. Security: The third essential on your list should be security. You really must take the time to check whether the home itself has burglar bars, security gates on the doors and an alarm system.
4. Connectivity: And finally, you should enquire about fibre internet connections, especially if you often work from home, as these offer significant benefits in terms of network speeds and communication and entertainment options.