Evaluating the Rental Unit
Renter Answers

While looking for a new place to rent, you want to make a good first impression whenever you meet the property owner or manager. Likewise, the rental owner or manager should desire to make the best possible first impression on you. Here are some questions to consider when formulating your opinion.
         
How does the rental property look? Is the exterior of the rental unit attractive and properly maintained or messy and in need of repairs? Is the interior clean or dirty? Is everything in good condition or does anything need to be repaired?
         
What is your impression of the rental owner or manager? Does he or she act in a friendly, professional manner or seem rude and disorganized? Are all of your questions answered to your satisfaction or do you get vague or incomplete information?
         
Your first impressions usually are very accurate. If your first impression isn’t very good, that’s not a good sign. Things probably are not going to get much better while you are renting. Trust your instincts and keep looking until you are impressed with what you see and hear.