Be An Ideal Renter of an Austin, Texas Apartment

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So, you’ve searched the Austin Texas apartment classifieds and found what you consider the best apartment in all of Austin, Texas. Before you apply, consider these pointers to help land the apartment and lay the groundwork for a healthy relationship with your landlord.

Be An Ideal Renter

Bring a letter of reference from previous landlords and employers as well as a credit report. If possible, complete the rental application in advance. If this apartment in Austin, Texas is pet friendly, consider bringing a letter attesting to your pet’s good behavior.
Review the rental agreement thoroughly before you sign. Look for restrictions that may prohibit pets, restrict decorating or lock you into a long-term lease you may not be prepared for. Look for restrictions concerning overnight guests or subletting.
Carefully review the security deposit refund procedures outlined in your lease or rental agreement.
Tour the Austin apartment, with the landlord or his/her representative on move in day to assess the unit’s current condition. Make note of any damage or malfunctioning appliances and have the landlord or representative, acknowledge the damage with his/her signature.
Once you move in, take steps to ensure your relationship with your landlord remains friendly and professional. Put all requests in writing and keep copies of all correspondence. If possible, provide post-dated rent checks to ensure you will never miss rent day.
Understand your privacy rights. A landlord may only enter a tenant’s suite in an emergency, to show the suite after notice has been given, or if prior consent has been granted. The landlord also may enter the suite to conduct maintenance, but only after reasonable notice has been given.
Landlords are responsible for keeping the building in good repair and must provide a safe, structurally sound environment. If your apartment is in need of repair, speak with the landlord and put your request in writing.
Be a responsible tenant and neighbor. Notify the landlord if you expect guests who will stay overnight or longer (use your judgment). Respect rules concerning noise and keep your parking area and other common areas tidy.
Protect your valuables and your most valuable possession, you. Purchase tenant insurance and invest in deadbolts if they are not routinely provided.
When you move out, be sure to leave the unit in clean and in good condition. Have a final walk through the unit with the landlord to have them sign off on your security deposit.
Be sure to ask for a letter of reference in writing, having been such a good tenant, you will be sure to receive it.

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