Before you put in a new application and sign your lease there are some questions that all apartment seekers should ask the leasing agent and or landlord. Many would-be renters are so anxious to rent their new apartment home that they forget to ask some very important questions that all renters should.  We have put together a brief list of common questions that you may want to ask.

A) Questions That Involve Your Rent

When is your rent due? Is there a grace period? What if you are late?

Usually the rent is due on the first of the month. The majority of properties will give you between 3 and 5 days in order to pay your rent. After that late fees will begin to accrue. It is best to pay your rent on time if possible.

B) What is The Lease Term

How long is the length of your lease? Does it auto renew after the period?

Many times after a lease expires it will go on a month to month basis. If you were given a special on your rental amount, your rent may increase if you go for the month to month option. So make sure you inquire what occurs near the end of your lease term.

c) Deposits and Fees

There are usually deposits and fees when you apply for an apartment home. Sometimes a portion of the deposit is refundable. Other times there may be an administration fee or application fee. Apartments will run specials from time to time where they may be willing to waive some of the charges listed above.

If you plan on bringing a dog with you, be sure to inquire about additional pet deposits and how much is refundable too. Please read more about leasing Northwest Houston apartments and Las Colinas apartments.

Dogs can be a major source of frustration and has caused much anxiety among renters who are in need of an apartment and would like to bring their pets with them. Many apartments have two specific rules regarding their acceptance of pets.

Remember that most if not all apartments will allow cats. If you plan on bringing something more exotic with you, please check with your apartment leasing agent or manager before doing so.

If you have an aggressive breed you better stop looking for an apartment in a larger community. With aggressive breeds, there is usually a certain liability that apartments must accept.

What if you were living in your apartment, and one day as you closed your door a dog attacked you. You would not be a happy camper and you might be looking for a responsible party.  Most apartment owners and management companies will want absolutely nothing to do with an aggressive breed.

If you are moving to the Houston area and are searching for an apartment in Houston, there are some other places to look. Try Craiglist or a private periodical. There may be some landlords who might be willing to accept your pet.

Pet Weight

Most apartment communities in Houston will have a pet limit. Many apartments believe that a large dog weights 50 pounds.  If you have ever seen a pet that weights 50 pounds its not much. Apartments really don’t want pets scratching the floors or tearing up the carpets. Of course they will be a little flexible when it comes down to it. So if your pet is 5 or even 10 pounds over the limit don’t sweat it too much. Good luck with your memorial apartments search.