The process of searching for a rental home can be daunting, especially if you’re doing it alone. With a real estate agent by your side, you’ll have access to ready information, local expertise, and a wider network that may yield better choices.
Here are more reasons to hire a real estate agent if you’re looking for rental property:
- Experience
Having a real estate agent experienced in rentals is a huge advantage – especially for first-time renters or if you just moved from out of state. A real estate agent will guide you throughout the renting process.
- Local knowledge
No one knows a locality better than a real estate agent. Their knowledge and neighborhood can help you find the perfect rental property.
What’s on your wishlist? What are your must-haves? Similarly, what features would be nice to have. How do you envision your ideal neighborhood? What’s your price range? Your real estate agent will assess your needs and wants and shortlist your options.
- Tenant representation
A real estate agent also acts as your representative when it comes to negotiating and signing the lease. They will represent your best interests and make sure that the rent and terms are acceptable.
The lease contract, in particular, can be tricky to read and understand. The lease, which is an agreement between you and the landlord, includes the terms of the lease, the amount of monthly rent to be paid, as well as penalties and fees. A real estate agent will read the lease thoroughly and carefully, making sure that it protects your interests.
- Access to more listings
The most common way to search for rental properties is by looking online. However, there may be times where you run out of listings to look at. A real estate agent can help you search for more properties, especially during a slow rental market. Their access to the multiple listing service in that particular area gives you more real estate rental options.
Real estate agents may be privy to pocket listings. Pocket listings are properties that are not publicly available to other real estate agents or house hunters. While pocket listings are typically used for homes that are being sold, it can apply to rentals as well.
- Scheduling property showings
Property showings are typically by appointment only. Contacting the property manager, however, can be a challenge if your schedules don’t match or if the property manager takes too long to respond.
A real estate agent can do all the scheduling for you, which removes the hassle of having to call and coordinate with the property manager or listing agent. The agent can point you in the right direction by making inquiries, scheduling viewings, and looking for apartments or homes that fit your criteria.
Start your search for the perfect rental property with the Sasha Rahban team. Enlist the help of the best Beverly Hills luxury real estate agents today by calling at 310.963.9680. You can also send me a message here.
