subject: Strategies for Getting Lakewood Ranch Rentals [print this page] Strategies for Getting Lakewood Ranch Rentals
It is obvious that the Lakewood Ranch real estate market has been hit hard over the past few years. For that reason, it is easy to understand why people today assume they could get their choice of any of the Lakewood Ranch rentals in the marketplace at any price they wish.
However, the truth is, the Lakewood Ranch rental market is actually quite hot and Lakewood Ranch rentals aren't simply being dunped onthe market at any price. In fact, the truth is, quite a few possible renters are actually competing for the same rental home. Yes, while several property owners are made to lease out their home because of the current housing market, everybody's financial situation is different and someone can not assume to be able to get an awesome deal merely because they're a nice family with no pets. Sad to say, that is what lots of people are thinking.
Below are four tips for people currently seeking Lakewood Ranch rentals and intending to negotiate a good deal. A landlord will only negotiate the rent after these steps:
1) The renter has SEEN the house personally. Do not bother putting in an offer if you never have even seen the house.
2) The renter has completed the application form and paid for the application fee.
3) The tenantas credit history has been run. Yes, the landlord is going to run your credit. Telling lies about your credit will not do anybody any favors.
4) The landlord knows the length of a lease and how much deposit and advance rent is going to be put down.
By doing these things a landlord or property manager is much more likely to consider you as a tenant and then could be ready to negotiate the rent.
However, this is actually the biggest tip of all...
5) Be practical! If you can only pay out $1400/month then din't bother looking at homes which are shown at $2500 per month. Yes, a landlord or property manager might be open to negotiations with a renter which has good credit and has taken the rest of the steps mentioned above, however do not offend them by making unrealistic offers. You best bet is to shop in your price range!
