Tips for students who plan to rent housing
Too broke to buy a house, but too old to stay at your folks’ home: this is the great paradox of a young student. The solution? Rent your own housing. You’re not bound to a long-term commitment, but you’ll still enjoy the thrill of living on your own. Understandably, for many students, this will be their first time renting a house. Here are a few tips for newcomers to ensure everything goes smoothly. Research different neighborhoods Use websites like Trulia, PadMapper, Zillow, and other services to gauge what a neighborhood is like. Find out how far of a commute it is from the apartment to school. Locate any nearby restaurants, grocery stores, laundromats (if necessary), and transportation. The value of a residence is determined greatly by the number of close points of interest. Develop a budget, then a list What is the maximum you’re willing to pay for an apartment, each month? Whatever the number, lower it by $200 so you have some grocery/food spending money. Take off anoth