"I have a switch in my apartment that doesn't do anything. Every once in a while I turn it on and off. On and off. On and off. One day I got a call from a woman in France who said "Cut it out!"
-Stephen Wright
Apartment Hunter's Beware
This is what happens when you don't pick the right apartment. Picking out the apartment thats just right for you and/or you and your family isn't an over night task. In fact one must consider many different factors before even going out and viewing. Starting with the most important factor, your finances and how much you and/or your family can afford. Factors to follow are neighborhoods of interest, specific space accommodations, traveling accommodations, etc. No worries because we are here to list all of what you need for your apartment hunt!
Establish a list of what you want in an apartment. Start with the particular area/areas you would like to reside in. Make sure to list the specifics but easy to forget ie; if owning a vehicle you wanna check for parking options. Nearby stores and shops. Nearest train stations and bus stops, etc. This will help focus your search and thus eliminating what doesn't fit your criteria.
Establish your rental budget. It is just as important as listing what you want in an apartment. You will need to balance your apartment living wants and needs with what you can afford. It is critical that you have a good idea of your budget before you rent an apartment.
CALCULATE HOW MUCH YOU CAN AFFORD FOR RENT
Search for apartment availability. You can do this through personal references if accessible. Review different materials such as newspapers ie; Daily News, NY AM, Metro, etc. These newspapers always have classified sections filled with apartments that are currently for grabs. Stop by your nearest Real Estate Office. Though Also visit credible websites that advertise apartments for rent. The advantage of this option above all else is that normally most of the information for the apartment is listed and pics are available.
Prepare a list of questions to go with your preference list. This will be help you to answer specific question you might have in reference to the apartment but also will help to feel out the landlord thus deciding if this is someone you're comfortable renting from.
Credit Check. Every where you go to rent, lease, own (even if it's just a shoe lace)credit check is ALWAYS involved. Cant even get satellite TV nowadays without good credit. We know it's sad but it's the economic times we live in. With this said be ahead of the game, check your credit before hand. If there are some loose ends now is the time to tie them.
HAPPY APARTMENT HUNTING'S
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Special Assistant to Operations (Dept of Consumer Affairs)
Finance Associate (Dept of Consumer Affairs)
Collections Associate (Dept of Consumer Affairs)
Mail Message Services Worker (CUNY)
City Tax Auditor (Dept of Finance)
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Executive Secretary (HHC)
Clerical Associate (HHC-Part Time)
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