Rental houses provide Kenyans with ideal homes to live before they own theirs.
Millions of Kenyans live in rented houses. Renting a house can be tricky for novices.
Most tenants often ignore some things when renting houses, which should not be the case.
Don’t make these 5 common mistakes when renting a house.
1. Signing a rental lease before reading it
Some tenants sign agreements of lease without understanding what they entail. Make sure you have understood the lease before signing the same.
The terms and conditions outlined in the lease are crucial. Do not rush into anything before you understand the agreement.
2. Paying rent late
Make sure you pay rent on time. The landlord is likely to refuse refunding your deposit, if you always delay paying rent.
You also risk attracting a fine at the end of the day.
3. Renting a house before seeing it
Never rent a house before you see it. Take time to examine the house. Find out whether it meets your requirements. Look at the bathroom, kitchen and balcony among other areas of the house before renting the same.
4. Not knowing your neighbours
Who are your neighbours? The neighbours surrounding you will determine your comfort. Do not live in a place without knowing who your neighbours are.
5. Ignoring security concerns
Security is one of the most critical aspects you cannot afford to ignore when looking for a property to rent. Make sure you take into consideration the security concerns of the place.