New selection of 12 points to be aware of before renting or buying a property

When renting or buying a property, it is advisable to keep several details in mind to avoid future problems. For example, it’s good to make sure that outside noise is not extremely annoying, if pets are allowed (if you have any), if there is humidity and what the quality of the water pressure is. These are some of the details, among others, that can influence when you make the decision to live in a new home.

O awesome.club made a new list of elements that anyone should pay attention to before moving to a new place.

If the residence is intended for a couple or a group of friends, everyone who will live there should see it before renting or buying. However, an outsider’s perspective is always useful. For example, a mom, dad or a detail-oriented friend. They may notice defects that we may overlook as we are very interested in the property.

Lighting: this is one of the most important features in a home. A house well lit by the sun improves the quality of life, in addition to allowing savings in energy use. That’s why it’s always indicated to evaluate the amount of natural lighting in the property before deciding to move.

Isolation: it is important to check windows, doors and walls. Especially if you are thinking about renting, because if you are going to buy a property, this feature can be improved in the future. But if your option is rent, there is no way to change these elements. If the insulation of the windows is not well done, it is likely to let the cold through during the winter. If the walls don’t have the ability to muffle the sound, you can hear everything that happens in the apartment next door, something very unpleasant.

A street may seem very quiet at a certain time, but before renting or buying it is always advisable to stop by the place at different times to see how it is going. In this case, you will also not be able to change this feature after moving to the new address.

water pressure: you don’t have to feel uncomfortable opening all the faucets in the house you intend to live in. With this simple gesture, you will be able to see if the water pressure is good, if the pipes are clogged or if there are leaks.

Humidity in cabinets: checking the cupboards is extremely necessary. In the case of those located in bedrooms, if there is moisture inside them, all your clothes will be impregnated with mold and it will be very difficult to remove it. On the other hand, if the walls or ceiling have moisture, it can be a difficult problem to solve.

Monthly expenses on buildings tend to vary, so it’s always good not only to check the amount to be spent monthly, but also to ask for a copy of the latest maintenance expenses, to find out what they were and their real value.

Air conditioning: It’s always good to consider how the room is heated by checking whether the heaters work in the winter or the air conditioning in the summer. It is also important to assess whether there are gas leaks in the first ones, dripping from the air conditioning in neighboring apartments, or if these appliances make annoying noises. When renting, it is always an advantage if the property already has these appliances, as it is impractical to install and uninstall them frequently.

Neighborhood: it is important that the place where we live has comfortable means of transport to the places we usually go, that there is security at night and that it has supermarkets, hospitals, pharmacies and green areas nearby.

Pets are a determining factor, because if you have a dog or a cat, you cannot abandon them when you move. It must be borne in mind that, when renting an apartment, the person must be responsible for any damage that the animal causes in the property. It could also happen that you don’t like pets and don’t want to deal with their noise coming from neighboring apartments.

Contract: if you are the tenant, you need to review the lease agreement to see, for example, when and how much the adjustments will be, payment methods, the owner’s responsibilities and the duration of the lease, among other points.

State of the property: if renting, it is advisable to photograph the state of things that are already in the property. If something doesn’t work or isn’t in good condition, it’s best to let the owner or real estate agent know so you don’t have problems in the future.

Have you ever had a problem renting or buying a property? What advice would you give someone who is about to do it?