Considering a security deposit on an apartment is no small chunk of change – usually equivalent to one or two months of rent – getting it back when you move out is pretty important. Here are a few things that you can do as a tenant to help ensure you do not lose your security […]
Category: lease
To Renew or Not to Renew
Your lease is about to end and you must decide to renew or start looking for a new place to call home. The best place to start when making this decision is by asking yourself a few key questions. Has my rent increased and if so is it a reasonable amount? What are comparable apartments […]
The Pros of Having a Roomie
Roommates can offer more benefits then just the obvious plus of cheaper rent/splitting utility costs. Though saving $$ is a big reason to consider wanting to share a space OakParkApartments.com can point to a few other reasons of why having a roommate can be a positive experience. Security. Two people coming and going, especially if you […]
Apartment FYI – Can My Landlord Enter My Apartment?
As the property managers of over 40 buildings, OakParkApartments.com has come across many reasons that may require us to need to access a tenant’s apartment. Repair and maintenance issues, routine inspections, showing an apartment to prospective renters/buyers and most importantly, if there is reason to believe an emergency situation exists. It is OakParkApartments.com’s policy is to give […]
Can I Break My Lease?
Your company has just offered you a promotion – it is the dream job you have been hoping for but it requires you to move to another state. You are mid-way through your lease – what do you do? At OakParkApartments.com we realize that life happens but the reality of a lease is that it […]
Renting vs. Buying – What Makes Financial Cents 4 You!
Homeownership has been a part of the American dream for decades but OakParkApartments.com wonders, “Does owning really make more sense then renting?” When making the decision between buying vs. renting here are some financial reasons that might sway you to remain a renter. Maintenance. Leaky roof, not your responsibility. Refrigerator goes on the fritz, not […]