Thursday, 1 March 2012

Apartment Locator Sites Vs. Apartment Database Sites

By Christy Lyons


When you run an online search for "apartments" you are going to come across two types of Website resources; apartment locator sites and apartment database sites. You need to figure out which is the best for you. That depends on what your circumstances dictate and what your needs are. It also has a great deal to do with your privacy comfort level.

The Apartment Locator Site.

If you are relocating to an area of the country that is totally new for you, someplace where you are unfamiliar with neighborhoods, schools, job centers, transportation, etc., then the apartment locator may be your best choice. These folks make telephone contact with you in order to respond to your query. You will describe your circumstances, needs, budget and other preferences. Usually, the apartment locator is extremely knowledgeable about the area and the local rental market. They will be quite helpful in finding you rental accommodations that suit your particular needs. This will be a totally free service in most cases. Normally paid a commission or "finder's fee" from the landlord or rental agent is the apartment locator. However, with regard to your privacy, you should try to remember that you are required to share your telephone number with the apartment locator and be open to the idea of personal contact. If, or how much, is acceptable to your sense of privacy is what you need to decide on.

What about Apartment Database Sites?

Apartment database sites, unlike apartment locators, offer a broad selection of online apartment listings. They give you intricate descriptions of apartment complexes including, but not limited to, maps, amenities, rent ranges, contact information, etc. Usually included are pictures of apartment units inside and out. You will be able to decide if any particular rental unit meets you satisfaction and needs with the help of an excellent amount of data. An apartment database site might be the best choice for you when you are moving to an apartment that is located within your present living area or when you are relocating to an area that you are totally familiar with. A simple registration process which usually asks for name and email address will be required by most. There is no need to submit your telephone number and you will also not be contacted personally by anyone. Most apartment database sites, like the apartment locator, are free to you. If you list their site as your referring source when you sign your apartment lease, then there are times when you are even offered a bonus of $100 or more. So, which is better for you, the apartment locator site or the apartment database site? In order to answer that question, you need to know your needs, situation, desires, and limits of personal privacy.

Good luck then in your new apartment and on your apartment search.




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