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Our North Dallas office can assist you find an apartment throughout the Dallas- Fort Worth Area.
We specialize in Addison, Allen, Carrollton, McKinney, North Dallas, Plano, Richardson and The Colony.
RENTAL MARKET OVERVIEW
The rental market in the Plano- Dalals has an exciting array of apartment styles You will find efficiencies/studios to four bedroom apartments and homes with a variety of features. There are luxury accommodations completely furnished down to linens and maid service available with 3 - 12 month leases. This provides a great alternative to a hotel for those that need interim housing. We also have an inventory of single family homes and town homes. However, these are not as plentiful or easy to locate as apartments because the majority of these properties are owned and managed by individuals.

DEFINITIONS

AMENITIES The term "amenities" in most situations includes: carpeting, drapes, all kitchen appliances -- stove, refrigerator disposal, and usually a dishwasher come with the apartments. Coin operated laundry facilities, swimming pool, saunas and tennis courts are among other amenities. More expensive communities come with luxuries such as washer/dryer, microwave ovens, fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, and ceiling fans.

TERMS OF OCCUPANCY & LEASE LENGTHS These are varied from short-term (corporate housing) to either six-month or one year lease agreements

UTILITIES Utilities may or may not be included in the monthly rent. In most instances the resident is responsible for water and electricity. There is no set rule, but your lease agreement will specify who pays for the utilities. Telephone and cable TV expenses are the resident's responsibility.

FURNITURE There are still a few communities in the Plano- Dallas areas that offer furnished apartment homes for an additional monthly fee. Several excellent furniture rental companies will furnish by the piece for an entire apartment. Most people in need of a furnished apartment use this alternative. If you are interested in the various furniture packages, please call or Email Us.

PET POLICIES It will be more challenging to find an apartment home allowing pets. Pet Policies vary throughout the Fredericksburg area. The apartments that allow dogs usually have weight limits of up to 30lb., with a few allowing for larger dogs. Often times, there is an additional pet deposit ranging from $200 to $500 per pet. Some apartments also charge pet rent which adds $10 to $20 per month to their regular rates. If you have any additional questions, please call our toll-free number at 1 888-927-2787 or send us an email.

MOVING TIPS AND GUIDELINES- PLANNING YOUR MOVE WILL SAVE YOU MONEY AND TIME!


Our goal is to make moving as easy as possible for you.

6 Weeks Before the Move
Make an inventory of all of the items you want to move.
Oraganize a Garage Sale or call your favorite charity to clean out household items you do not want to move.
Get estimates from several moving companies and select your mover.
Make sure you find out the expected form of payment from the mover.
Start packing NOW.
Start with items that are stored in your attic or basement, that aren't used often.
Contact your insurance agent to transfer or cancel coverage.
Check with your employer to find out what moving expenses they will pay
Nofify your present landlord of your intention to vacate, be sure to comply with all terms of your lease.


4 Weeks Before the Move
Notify mail, magazine subsciptions, newspaper delivery, etc. of your change in address.
Get records of your pet's medical history and immunizations from the veterinarian.
Contact utility companies for refunds of your deposit and set turn-off dates. Service power mowers, snowmobiles, etc.
Drain all gas/oil in motorized vehicles to prevent a fire.
Obtain all family records and prescriptions from your family doctors and dentist. Get your children's school records.
Move your valuables to a safe deposit box to prevent loss.
Determine insurance needsfor moving, your new home and for your health and automoblies
Get a bank in our new city and establish your accoun

1 Week Before the Move
Transfer or close all your checking and savings accounts. Have your automobile(s) serviced. Fill out Post Office change of address forms and give to the postmaster. Empty your freezer and plan use of foods.
Defrost the freezer and clean refrigerator. Use baking soda to dispel odor. Arrange for sufficient cash or traveler checks to cover moving expenses.
Separate cartons and luggage you need for personal/family travel.
Organize at least one room in the house for packers and movers to work freely.
Plan for special needs of children and pets. Arrange to have utilities turned on at your new address.
Remove valuables from the safe deposit box before moving day so they aren't left behind.
On Moving Day Plan to spend the entire day at the house. Don't leave until the movers have gone.
Carry jewelry and valuable documents yourself; or use registered mail. Stay with the moving van driver to oversee the inventory.
Be sure to tell packers and/or drivers about fragile or precious items.
Take a final tour of your apartment or home you are leaving.
Double check closets, drawers and shelves to be sure they are empty.
Las Vegas Apartment Locators Call us to find out the details or the apartment communities that are offering some of these extraordinary apartment specials and amenities!

Once you arrive;
Order all services: utilitiees, phone, cable, intrentet
Notify the Post Office back in your previous city of the forwarding address.
orfer your telephone
Obtain your new drivers's lince, change car regrristiona,, confirm all insurances is in place
Order new bank checks and nofity old and new bank of your current address
Send notices to credit card companies, busienss relationsuips, family and freinds of your new addresss.

Typical specials to look for in the city



State of the art fitness center Jogging trails RV/boat parking
Approve and sign the Bill of Lading.
If possible, accompany driver to the weigh station.
Double check with the driver to make certain moving company records show the correct delivery address and date of delivery.
Give driver phone numbers both here and in new community to contact you in case of a problem.
Get complete routing information from the driver and phone numbers where you can call the driver or company while en route.
Disconnect all utilities.
Lock all the doors and windows.
Leave all keys with apartment manager, realtor, or neighbor. Let close friends and relatives know your route, including overnight stops.
Carry cashier checks or travelers checks for quick available funds.
After You Arrive Check on service of utilities at new address.
Check pilot light on stove, hot water heater and furnace.
Have new address recorded on driver's license, or obtain a new one.
Register your car within 5 days after arrival in new state, to avoid penalty. Register children in school.
Obtain phone numbers for emergencies, such as fire/police, and determine the nearest hospital.
Register to vote.

Communities in our area change the extra offerings on regualr basis. We work dailty to maintina contract tiwth the apartments in order that we keep current on the market. We daily visit communities, call commuinites and review thier printed materilas.

The Communities offerring smay include:

Up to one month free rent
Moving costs reimbursed
Big dogs allowed
No deposit
No application fee
Use of computer room/Internet
Multiple phone lines for computers