Renting is a great way to live, and when you give rent to several roommates, the benefits will be even greater. But be careful not to let the potential benefits blur your judgment. Leases need to be practiced, and there may be costly mistakes, so the correct question must be asked before signing the lease agreement. Here are seven questions to guide your work.


1. Can I take the lease home and read it clearly before signing?


If the house you applied for has already been approved, you can ask for a day or two to double check the lease to make sure the terms are reasonable. Don't delay for too long, but be sure to read it carefully and ask a trusted friend to take a look. This will prevent you from agreeing to an unreliable lease.


2. Is this a typical cost for renting a property in this suburb?


This is more like a question you should ask before applying for a house. However, if after checking the property, you suspect that you are being asked to pay a small amount, it is always a good idea to bargain with the broker. You should also be wary of additional "extra fees", such as maintenance fees in public areas. The advertising price of a property sometimes differs from the amount you actually pay each month, so be sure to figure out what is included in the rent.


3. Can we order a formal lease?


If a landlord wants you to move into their house without a proper lease, you will definitely hear the bell. It is important that the agreement be recorded in writing and signed by both parties to protect everyone in the event of a dispute.


4. Is this a safe residential area?


Before you start moving, be sure to investigate the exact location of the house. Search the area online first, and then make sure you can find the right feeling from the surrounding businesses and houses. The last thing you want to do is find a hidden club under your building after you signed a 12-month lease.


5. Can we organize an inspection for my roommate?


It's hard to get everyone to check the rental property at the same time, but the important thing is that everyone who moves into the house can see it before moving in. Before you sign a lease, you need to make sure everyone is happy, and if that means having an extra view with the real estate agent, then this is what you have to do.


6. Can you fix this?


If you find a problem, you need to ask the landlord to resolve it immediately. Do not hesitate to ask for repairs, because maintenance is also in the best interest of the landlord, because if you do not deal with small problems in time, small problems may become a costly nightmare.


7. I recorded this, can you wait a little longer?

If the real estate agent or landlord wants to take you to the house, they point out some problems that can be solved before you move in. Take time to stop, record the problem, take notes and take photos. When you rent a house, the traces on the paper are very important, so be sure to keep a copy of the house-related documents.