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Yes, when the extra money buys a meaningfully better life and the renter can comfortably handle the cost. Grant is willing to recommend a higher-priced apartment when it provides a much stronger neighborhood, better walkability, easier access to friends and activities, stronger management, or a substantially better first-year experience. The renter should ask what the rent premium actually buys rather than comparing price alone. A higher rent does not automatically equal better value, but neither does the cheapest apartment. HomeBase’s role is to explain the full cost and tradeoffs so the renter can make an informed decision.
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