When Your Dream Home is a Sight Unseen

In a perfect world, renters can live in their dream house for at least a week, free from rent and then sign the lease only after they deem the place worthy.
In reality, no one knows what a place will be like unless they’ve lived in it. Checking the house before agreeing to the terms of a rental is the obvious first step. But if you are moving overseas or a city across the country, such inspections can be quite difficult, if not impossible. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to rent a house you’ve never seen:


[b]The Internet is your Best Bet[/b]


Start the search by looking up the suburb online. Websites will show you nearby schools, access to public transportation, community services, supermarkets and other recreational facilities.
Dig deeper and you can learn so much more about a potential neighbourhood. For example, you’ll learn about average crime rates and if the community hosts events regularly. If available, Google Street View can also give you a clearer picture of the property and the streets surrounding it.


[b]Call a Friend[/b]


Before you ask a friend nearby to inspect for you, make sure they know what you are looking for. Give them a specific list of must-haves.
Technology makes everything easier. Ask your friend to video call you when they arrive at the rental open house. This gives you instant walkthrough access and they can also tell you if the house smells funny or if it is not as the advertisement says.


[b]Work with TRUSTED Experts[/b]


It’s not enough to just partner with real estate agents—these should be accredited and trusted agents. Real estate agents usually gain customers through recommendations, proving that their best interest is to provide customers with good service.
Here at Laing+Simmons, we want happy tenants. As an accredited real estate franchise network in New South Wales, we work closely with our customers to know more about your needs.

Get in touch with us today and we’ll help: [b]http://lsre.com.au/[/b]