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Securing a rental in a competitive market
If you’re looking to move this spring then you may come up with some tough competition, as the season of fresh
beginnings tends to inspire a lot of renters to change abodes.
So what can you do to make yourself stand out from the crowd and secure the rental you want?
HERE ARE SOME TIPS:
1. Find out what’s out there
Do your research on the rental market so you know what to expect when you start looking. Spend some time looking
at different locations and price points to get a feel for what property features you can expect to find in your
price bracket.
If you can’t find anything suitable in the area that you want then you may need to widen your search to cover more
locations, or you may need to consider something smaller or less modern.
2. Make yourself known to property managers
Don’t let a quality rental slip under your radar. Let local property managers know what you’re looking for so they
can alert you as soon as a new rental becomes available.
3. See the property as soon as you can
A popular property is likely to get snapped up after it’s first inspection so if you miss out on a viewing then you
may not get a second chance.
4. Have your documents ready
If you’ve inspected a rental and decided you want to apply for it then it’s best to get your application in as soon
as possible. Have all of your documents organised and forms filled out ahead of time so you can apply for a rental
right after an inspection.
Make sure that you fill all forms in completely and provide as many details as you can so you have the best chance
of being accepted for the property you want.
5. Ask for feedback
If you’ve been doing everything right and don’t seem to be having any luck with your applications then it’s worth
asking the property manager for feedback so you can do better on your next application.
