Planning to move out of your apartment? Here are a few guidelines that you can take note and follow to avoid the waste of time and money
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Security Deposit - Security deposit money which you have paid at the time of moving in can be seized if you do not give sufficient notice to the landlord as per the agreed terms and conditions mentioned in your agreement contract. If you took really great care of your apartment, it's possible your security deposit will be returned to you in full. However, it's not likely in many cases.
A percentage from your security deposit amount will be deducted for any damages done during your stay in the apartment. Sometimes, depending on how serious the damages are, the whole amount can be kept away as charges. A smooth move out will help to avoid any such complicated situation. You should be sure to give your landlord your future address, as the deposit payment will usually be sent to that address.
Advanced Notice - There is a notice period that you have to service before you move out of the apartment. Don't just move out as soon as your lease agreement ends. If you read through the contract details you can find the notice clause which defines that giving a notice of 30 or 60 days before moving out is necessary. The owners or the management company do require some time so that they can give its availability to future renters who have been searching for apartment housing. When you have adhered to all the rules and regulations and have been a good tenant, asking for a letter of recommendation from the community for the future apartment communities will help in renting another apartment down the road.
At times there are disputes. In these cases, you should be very clear of your rights and should document any problems with the landlord or other tenants. Leaving with a bad note may even make you a less appealing applicant for the next landlord or lender. Many states and cities do have their tenant organizations which is a big help in such cases.
The good things should come to an end in a good way. Even if your stay or lease has been a short term at the apartment community, follow the guidelines mentioned above to exit the lease properly and in good way.