How to Find a Rental Through a Finder Service or Leasing Agent
Find a rental by using the free services of an apartment-locator or leasing agent.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Area Maps
- Internet Access
- Real Estate Agents
- Notebook Papers
- Pens
- Computers
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Ask business associates, friends or family members for references of apartment-locators or real estate leasing agents who offer their services at no charge, or conduct an Internet search to find an apartment-locator or leasing agent in your desired location.
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Make a list of the features you desire in a rental, including a cost range, size, location and preferred amenities such as pool facilities or pets-allowed policies.
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Submit your written list of preferred features to a finder service or leasing agent and ask to receive a list of properties that meet your requirements with available photos via fax or e-mail.
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Call prospective properties on the list to ask about availability of rental units during your desired move time; make appointments to tour selected properties.
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Visit the rental properties on the list and make a selection.
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Inform the landlord that the apartment-locator service or leasing agent referred you to the property.
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Tips & Warnings
Most finder services and leasing agents provide their services to prospective renters at no charge, earning commissions from landlords.
Although leasing agents may show prospective rental properties to you, most apartment-finder services simply provide you with a list of properties that meet your preferences, leaving you to view the properties on your own.