Renting 101: Top 5 Ways to Find Your Ideal Rental
By Dave Fleming 02/04/2014
These five tips will help you find the best rental for you in the right location.
#5 Contact local universities or large employers as they often have housing lists and a list of rental managers in the area which might not be advertised to the general public.
#4 A classic: Just drive around. Window signs are a popular way to advertise rentals, plus you can exclusively search the areas you like.
#4 A classic: Just drive around. Window signs are a popular way to advertise rentals, plus you can exclusively search the areas you like.
#3 Contact property management companies or rental developments in your search area, especially if you are planning ahead of time. You may find out about rentals coming available that aren't yet being advertised.
#2 Download phone apps such as Trulia or Zillow so you can always stay on top of the latest rentals coming available. See bonus tip below!
#1 Contact Realtor Dave to help or find you a certified Realtor® in your search area for exclusive access to Realtor® listed rentals and properties not yet advertised for rent. A fee is typically charged for enlisting a Realtor's aid often approximately one month's rent for finding a suitable rental. Submit a request through my Free Referral Program to find a Realtor today with no obligation.
Bonus Tip: Check out the Renting 101 article "Top 5 Rental Real Estate Search Tools" to see my rankings for the best search engines and apps to facilitate your rental search.
