6 Essential Things to Consider for House Rentals
Tips before you start looking houses for rent
6 Essential Things to Consider for House Rentals
There are many different types of homes, and each
of them suit various needs. If you're not quite ready to be a home owner, for
example, then perhaps you'd prefer an apartment. On the other hand, you may require
more space if you have a family. Regardless of what your situation is, there
are many factors to take into account while trying to decide on what your next
housing situation will be. In addition to space, there are essential elements
such as the location of the home and proximity to your job, how you begin your
search for a house rental, and what kind of amenities you'd like. Given that
the housing market in Malaysia has been booming since the mid-2000s, there are
lots of units to choose from. Finding a rental house, whether for the short or
long-term, is relatively simple if you know how to use real estate tools and
who to speak with. Here are six tips to
help you find a rental house that suits your needs perfectly.
One of the most useful ways to start is to look
for houses for rent.
PropertyGuru Malaysia is one of the most popular property
portals for real estate searches and is a good place to start. However, given
how many different listings you'll find, you need to go in with a few basic
tips in mind. For starters, one of the best ways to narrow down which
properties look like real rental possibilities is to examine the completeness
of the listing itself. Real estate advertisements that are too short, lack
clear photos, include only stock photography, or are vague about contact
information are all indicators that you're dealing with something that might be
a scam. Unfortunately, real estate fraud is one of the most common types of
scams throughout Asia. Frauds posing as legitimate brokers and realtors draw
clueless buyers and renters into a state of false confidence and trust, and
then make off with their money. In order to avoid this situation, obviously you
need to secure proper identification if you're dealing with a broker to rent a
property. Even before that, though, make sure to scrutinize a listing you find
online. The number one thing to keep in mind is that if it looks too good to be
true, it probably is. That goes double if you see anything on the listing,
especially the photos, that look fake or blurry.
2. Deciding on Furnished Versus Unfurnished
Some
houses come furnished versus unfurnished, and this can impact your budget
tremendously outside of being a personal preference. For example, if you move
into a furnished house, you will avoid the costs of moving furniture or
purchasing new pieces. On the other hand, some people are not comfortable using
furniture that they haven't purchased themselves, so it's really up to your
personal preference.
Another thing to consider is how long you plan on
renting a house. If you're only going to stay for a short time, it may not be
worth furnishing your home from scratch. Many property seekers will invest in
furniture once they're ready to purchase a home, or at least intend to rent
long-term. You don't want to be stuck with lots of furniture if you ever need
to downgrade to a smaller home, so unless you're looking at a long-term
commitment, furnished can be better for your wallet. However, if you're ready
to settle for a bit, then go with unfurnished.
3. Transportation Plans
Although Malaysia is known more for its extreme
traffic jams and overcrowded highways than public transportation, this may be
about to change. The Malaysian Digest
reported that Selangor Menteri Besar, Azmin Ali, announced a
revived commitment in improving public transportation, stating that simply
building more highways will not help to stave off more traffic problems. This
is an important aspect to consider if you're concerned about being in close
proximity to your place of employment or children's school if you also have a
family. Renting a house is also a good way to test an area before purchasing,
so if you find an area that has potential for the type of transit growth in
which you're interested, renting first can be a boon to your decision making
process.
photo : credit to www.MalaysiaCentral.com
4. A Reliable Broker or Realtor
There are several scenarios you may find yourself
in when you're looking for a rental property. If you've narrowed down the
possibilities and are trying to make a decision, you may have to deal with a
broker. Many property owners prefer to rent out their real estate through
brokers due to the fact that transactions go more smoothly, there's less work
involved for landlords, and potential tenants are immediately vetted and
informed of renting requirements. There's usually a broker's fee attached to
signing a lease, whether the broker is an individual you've paid to help your
or someone that you are required to conduct the transaction through based on
the landlord's preferences.
If you use a broker or realtor to help you find
property in the first place, make sure you're dealing with a legitimate
professional. There are plenty of scam artists out there, but a simple Internet
search and request for references can go a long way.
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5. Desired Amenities
Every property has different amenities, and they
vary widely. If you're looking to rent a house in a township, you'll have
access to many different types of amenities that you wouldn't in a more general
suburban or urban area. Townships often offer such services as security,
air-conditioning throughout all units, whether apartments, houses, or condos,
and sometimes access to local parks and daycare centers. It depends on where
you're looking and how much you want to pay. When you search for rental
properties online, you can easily mark off what types of amenities you desire
and see what comes up. One of the best parts of browsing for your next home on
the Internet is the fact that you have many tools at your disposal to filter
out results, and come away with potential homes that are exactly what you want.
6. Location Requirements
Don't forget about the future, even if you're not
planning on staying in your rental property for long. It's better to rent in an
area you're considering living, because while you test the experience, you're
also being practical and cutting out unnecessary expense and time wasted
searching for a community that's the right fit once you're ready to purchase a property.
The Malay Mail Online points
out that one important thing to watch for is adjacent land that's undeveloped
or vacant, since you won't be able to tell what might go up in the future that
blocks access to important transportation features like highways. This is
especially important to remember if you're planning on staying in the area for
a longer amount of time than just a year or so, whether you're renting or
intend to purchase eventually.
Finding a suitable
rental property can be a stressful ordeal, but as long as you're organized and
thorough, it doesn't have to drag out and you'll end up with a home that fits
you and your family. By using the right website, dependable real estate
professionals, and outlining your needs clearly before you start your search,
you'll be able to locate the right type of rental much more quickly than if you
just dive in headfirst by searching through random listings
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good info. terima kasih kak zi.
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