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For Renters
Renters Toolkit
Things renters should know
- Research area (location, schools, shopping, noise level, safety etc.)
- Discuss pets early
- Check out appliances
- Check water pressure
- Find out if your lease contains a release date
- Make sure everything is done (fixed/concerns addressed) before you sign a lease
- Conduct a thorough inventory of unit
- Find out how much money you will need to pay in advance
- Know the dates rents is due and paid to whom
- Find out how rent increases work
Documents you will need
- Pay stubs
- Social security card
- Proof of renters insurance
- Bank statements
- Current state drivers license or state ID or passport
- Rental history
- References (if applicable)
- Job history (displays a timeline of sustainability)
