Frequently Asked Questions
How is your service free?
We are paid by the apartment communities through their advertising and
marketing budgets. We are compensated for providing the communities
and owners with a pre-screened and qualified prospect who rents and
eventually occupies a unit at their community for a specified term
or by signing a lease agreement. It’s very much like utilizing
a Buyers Broker in a Real Estate Purchasing transaction; we are paid
by the seller through the proceeds of the transaction. Our agents are
will go above and beyond to find the right place, remember, we don’t
get paid unless we do! Get started here >>
What are the benefits of using a locator?
For starters, local knowledge. Our licensed locators have day to day
working knowledge of what the market conditions are. Current pricing,
availability and specials. These specialists are constantly in
contact with the individual communities, thus providing you with listings
of unadvertised specials, thus saving you additional money.
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Is my rent affected by using a locator?
Absolutely not, in many instances, by using a locator, your rent is possibly
negotiated to a lesser amount per month. Using one of our specialist
only enhances your overall savings. Get started
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I'm a first time renter what are my options?
Normally, first timer renters are afforded the opportunity to use a guarantor
(co-signer), or possibly paying additional deposits. See application
details or Get started here >>
I have credit issues can you help?
In most all circumstances, yes. Among other things, our locators specialize
in difficult situations. You just need to be forthcoming in all qualifying
questions and we can normally find you exactly what you are looking
for, as well as assisting you through the applications process.
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My rental application has been denied elsewhere, can you help?
Yes, more often than not. Our specialist are familiar with the qualifying
policies and procedures at the communities. You may have been denied
for something as simple as not having adequate work history or not
having a credit history. Our agents specialize in finding the places
that will accept your qualifications no matter what the circumstances.
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I have a criminal background, can you help?
This is a difficult area. Depending on the nature of the crime, and current
situation we may be able to help. Most all of the communities we represent
check an applicants criminal history. If the nature of the offense
is one of the following, placement is difficult: Sexual Assault, or
any offence of a sexual nature. Armed Robbery, or any conviction involving
a deadly weapon. Drug Related Charges. These are just the beginning. If you
have a criminal history, let your representative know up front, it will not
only eliminate time, but also frustration. Get
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What do I need to get the process started?
Just fill out our request form, and we will contact you right away
to get the ball rolling. Get started
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I want the best deal. Should I call other locators?
All locators work with the same properties, so calling several locators
to do research on the same criteria would increase the time you spend
on your apartment search, and that defeats the purpose of using a locator.
Rather, you should choose your locator for its professional business
practice and relationship with Austin area apartment communities, because
they will be bringing their reputation to the properties that you select
to choose from. Get started here >>
I have a large dog. Can you help?
Yes, a greater number of communities are accepting larger dogs, however,
more and more are restricting the breeds they will allow to be housed
at their communities. There are typically 5 restricted breeds, however,
management groups and owners have expanded their lists. The five restricted
breeds are: Shepherds, Chows, Pit Bulls (a.k.a. American Terrier or Staffordshire
Terrier), Dobermans, and Rottweilers. if you have one of these breeds,
you are better off by identifying them in advance so your locating specialist
can place you at the appropriate community. We do have listings that
will accept all sizes and breeds of pets. See pet
friendly communities or Get started here >>
When should I start my search?
You’ve already started. Realistically, you can start searching
whenever you have the time, but ideally, 30 to 45 day’s prior to
moving with give you greatest number of options. Rental Rates and specials
can normally only be secured when holding deposits are accepted for a
particular unit. Rental rates, specials, deposits and fee’s can
change without notice. Get started here >>
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