Should a renter ask every apartment for a written quote after touring?

Quick answer

Grant recommends requesting detailed written quotes from the apartments the renter genuinely likes rather than collecting paperwork from every property on the tour. A written quote for the exact unit should capture the apartment number, base rent, lease term, move-in date, concession, fees, deposit, and other quoted terms. That makes comparison easier and reduces misunderstandings. If a renter already knows a property is not a fit, there is little value in spending time obtaining a full quote. HomeBase’s approach is to concentrate attention on the real finalists and make sure the decision is based on written terms rather than memory from the tour.

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