Finding an apartment.
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I'm looking into moving out into my first apartment. I have found a few that I would like to investigate further. What are the steps involved in finalizing the process? What are the requirements of getting an apartment? I have a job, and I can afford the rent and utilities. I have heard the rent can't be more than 30% of my income, Is that true? I would like any and all information including your past experiences.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
An apartment is a good first place, however, they can be brutal if you do not live up to the terms of the contract, including ruining your credit. I would consider moving into a rental property managed by an individual first so you can learn first-hand just how bad the tenancy environment really is with out that large of a risk.
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I'm looking into moving out into my first apartment. I have found a few that I would like to investigate further. What are the steps involved in finalizing the process? What are the requirements of getting an apartment? I have a job, and I can afford the rent and utilities. I have heard the rent can't be more than 30% of my income, Is that true? I would like any and all information including your past experiences.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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I moved into my first apartment about six months ago, so I remember the whole process pretty well. Getting approved for a lease is very much like having any line of credit extended to you. You need to be able to convince the owners that taking you on as a tenant is a good risk. If you are, in their view, unlikely to be able to pay rent on time based on your current employment, credit rating, or interviews with past landlords, they are not likely to risk giving you a place. For my apartment, the process was very formalized. I needed to provide proof that I made at least four times my monthly rent in a month, and was a legal resident of the United States. I had my boss fill out one of their little forms about my salary and fax it in. My social security card was good enough for the second part. The first requirement was a matter of their policy, not any kind of law, as far as I am aware. Once I was approved, I had to pay my first month's rent upfront, along with a security deposit that I will (in theory) get back when I move out if the place isn't trashed. I've heard that some places require first and last month's rent upfront, so your mileage may vary. The paperwork wasn't nearly as bad as moving all of my junk in, but it was a little stressful since it was my first time. Good luck with your new place!
Oddball wrote:
I needed to provide proof that I made at least four times my monthly rent in a month
Are all places like that? I only make around 650 to 800 a month take home right now.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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An apartment is a good first place, however, they can be brutal if you do not live up to the terms of the contract, including ruining your credit. I would consider moving into a rental property managed by an individual first so you can learn first-hand just how bad the tenancy environment really is with out that large of a risk.
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I would consider moving into a rental property managed by an individual first so you can learn first-hand just how bad the tenancy environment really is with out that large of a risk.
Thats what I'm doing now, its shitty. I rent one of my dad's homes and he is one of the biggest asshole I know. He sneaks in here when I'm sleeping, and starts bitching about dust or some stupid shit. Then he drinks my beer and says he is going to take my dog.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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Oddball wrote:
I needed to provide proof that I made at least four times my monthly rent in a month
Are all places like that? I only make around 650 to 800 a month take home right now.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
yea if you want someplace nice and over priced. just do what i do, find some cheap ghetto apartment they can't keep someone in and live there. they will not ask you for much im sure. most places that want all the formalized process generally have newer apartments they have invested in.
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Your confused, your not underage. ;)
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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I'm looking into moving out into my first apartment. I have found a few that I would like to investigate further. What are the steps involved in finalizing the process? What are the requirements of getting an apartment? I have a job, and I can afford the rent and utilities. I have heard the rent can't be more than 30% of my income, Is that true? I would like any and all information including your past experiences.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
Nowadays, it's best to use an apartment locater service to help you find the best rates and the apartment complexes with the best reputations. I used ProMove in the past, and it worked well; there are other locater services, and each city is different. Don't just move into a complex without first knowing that the complex's current management is competent and responsible. Complexes are bought and sold regularly, so just because someone had good experiences with it 5 years ago doesn't mean it's all that great now. Apartment complexes will want to know your income history over the past year as well as a reference to a previous landlord that you used (if one exists). They may also do a credit check. The more information you can provide them, the faster they can accept your application. If you don't have a year's worth of employment data or a previous landlord, your rental application can still be accepted, but it will probably take longer for them to verify that you're a good risk. Good luck with your apartment search.
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Ennis Ray Lynch, Jr. wrote:
I would consider moving into a rental property managed by an individual first so you can learn first-hand just how bad the tenancy environment really is with out that large of a risk.
Thats what I'm doing now, its shitty. I rent one of my dad's homes and he is one of the biggest asshole I know. He sneaks in here when I'm sleeping, and starts bitching about dust or some stupid shit. Then he drinks my beer and says he is going to take my dog.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
That is how most landlords are, get used to it :)
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Your confused, your not underage. ;)
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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yea if you want someplace nice and over priced. just do what i do, find some cheap ghetto apartment they can't keep someone in and live there. they will not ask you for much im sure. most places that want all the formalized process generally have newer apartments they have invested in.
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jgasm wrote:
just do what i do, find some cheap ghetto apartment they can't keep someone in and live there. they will not ask you for much im sure.
Is that what you do for real? There are plenty of places around here that are uber cheap and smack center in da hizood. I will probably do that.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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Oddball wrote:
I needed to provide proof that I made at least four times my monthly rent in a month
Are all places like that? I only make around 650 to 800 a month take home right now.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
I don't believe that all apartment complexes operate like that. The one that I chose to move into is fairly close to both a college and a high school, so they have a larger than average volume of applicants that are students with dubious income levels. For reference, my monthly rent is $570 for a 1 bedroom 1 bath (non-studio) near the middle of town in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The cost of living is pretty low out here, so I am not very familiar with what an apartment will run you elsewhere. Like I said, though, getting an apartment is like having a line of credit extended to you. That makes it a pretty big deal if you aren't able to make your rent and end up owing money the management. Having your credit screwed up will stay with you for a long time.
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I can only imagine how many women have taken out restraining orders against you.
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None, girls look at me like I am a 100 dollar bill waiting to be picked up off the table.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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None, girls look at me like I am a 100 dollar bill waiting to be picked up off the table.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
CataclysmicQuantum wrote:
100 dollar bill
monopoly money? ;P
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jgasm wrote:
just do what i do, find some cheap ghetto apartment they can't keep someone in and live there. they will not ask you for much im sure.
Is that what you do for real? There are plenty of places around here that are uber cheap and smack center in da hizood. I will probably do that.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
yea, i found some apartment downtown, $425 a month. 1 bedroom. it's pretty big, but it's old. none of the sockets have the third prong...the grounding one. it has some 1940's sink. the oven is definitely older, but pizza is the same in there as any other. i think it's kewl. it's vintage sexy.
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I'm looking into moving out into my first apartment. I have found a few that I would like to investigate further. What are the steps involved in finalizing the process? What are the requirements of getting an apartment? I have a job, and I can afford the rent and utilities. I have heard the rent can't be more than 30% of my income, Is that true? I would like any and all information including your past experiences.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
I can get some cardboard boxes shipped to you, if you'd like. Do you want windows, too? Just be careful with open fires though.
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Don't forget bus stops :)
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CataclysmicQuantum wrote:
100 dollar bill
monopoly money? ;P
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leckey wrote:
Remember you are not allowed to live near schools and parks.
Oh, that is so deliciously cruel. :laugh: Marc
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I'm looking into moving out into my first apartment. I have found a few that I would like to investigate further. What are the steps involved in finalizing the process? What are the requirements of getting an apartment? I have a job, and I can afford the rent and utilities. I have heard the rent can't be more than 30% of my income, Is that true? I would like any and all information including your past experiences.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
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None, girls look at me like I am a 100 dollar bill waiting to be picked up off the table.
The Digital World. It is an amazing place in which we primitive humans interact. Our flesh made this synthetic machine. You see, we are so smart, we know a lot of stuff. We were grown from cells that came from the universe, which the matter and physics I'm typing in it is amazing how the universe is working. Human life is very amazing. How I experience this sh*t its like wow.
CataclysmicQuantum wrote:
girls look at me like I am a 100 dollar bill waiting to be picked up off the table.
To be returned to the nearest authority?
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