Where can I get a list of your properties for
rent?
You will find a list of our
properties for rent
at our website.
How can I view the inside of one of the rentals?
The first step to seeing one of our rentals is
to drive by the property to see if it is in a
location that is suitable for you. If the
property is occupied, please do not disturb the
current residents. Once you have driven by the
property, you can contact the leasing agent to
schedule an appointment to view the property.
Do you require an application fee?
Yes. Each adult who intends to live in the
rental property must complete and submit a
rental application. The cost for processing the
application is $30 per adult.
What are the criteria used for approving an
application?
When you submit a rental application you are
allowing us to perform a background search. We
are attempting to determine the likelihood of
your paying the rent on time, and whether you
will take proper care of the property and
fulfill your lease obligations. The three main
factors we consider are your credit report,
landlord/mortgage history, and your employment
and income verifications. While your credit does
not have to be spotless, it is important that
you do not show a pattern of paying your bills
late or not at all. For more detailed
information on our rental qualification
requirements, please refer to page 2 of our
rental application.
Do you require a security deposit?
Yes. We require our residents to pay a
refundable security deposit once the application
is approved and at the time the lease is signed.
In general, the security deposit will be equal
to one month's rent, rounded up to the nearest
hundred.
Do you
require a lease?
Yes. We require a written lease agreement on
each of the properties that we manage. Our
normal lease period is one year.
How is a
lease terminated?
At the end of the lease, or beyond, you may
terminate the lease by giving APM a thirty-day
written notice prior to moving.
What if I need to move before the lease expires?
You should notify us in writing of your intent
to move. We will make every effort to mitigate
our potential loss by trying to rent the home as
soon as possible. You will be held responsible
for paying the rent through the end of your
lease or until the home is rented (whichever
occurs first), plus you will be held responsible
for paying any advertising and leasing costs
incurred by the property owner to re-rent the
property.
What happens if only one roommate wants to move
out?
If your roommate moves out, a written notice
must be submitted to APM. Remember that tenants
are jointly and severally liable to ensure that
the rent is paid. You must have written
permission from APM to substitute a roommate.
(It is not the responsibility of APM to
arbitrate or mediate problems between multiple
co-tenants.) Security deposit reimbursements to
departing roommates are handled by the remaining
tenants. No portion of the security deposit will
be refunded individually.
Can I
sub-lease the property?
No. The lease agreement clearly states that
the resident shall not sublet any portion of the
property or assign the agreement without written
consent from APM.
Can the landlord force me to move during my
lease?
No. The landlord cannot evict you from the home
unless you breach the lease agreement that you
sign. Even if the owner needs to move back in to
the property, or sell the property to a buyer,
your lease will be honored through the
expiration date.
Can I get a pet after I move into the property?
Not usually. For more information, please refer
to your rental agreement or contact your
property manager.
Can I install cable or satellite TV at the
property?
Generally yes. However, you must first obtain
written permission from APM. At some properties
you may be prohibited from installing a
satellite dish in any location where the dish is
visible from the ground or from any other unit
in the complex. Any cost of installation (or
damaged caused by the installation) will be an
expense of the resident. Satellite dishes may
not be installed on the roof.
Can I paint or modify something in my rental
property?
No. Unless you receive written permission from
APM prior to making a change, you may not alter
the property in any way. If you desire to alter
the property you should submit your request in
writing, and wait until you receive written
consent before making alterations.
How do I report a maintenance problem?
To report maintenance during regular business
hours, you may call us at (925) 798-5000, or
simply complete a
maintenance request at our
website. If you require emergency service after
hours, please call our 24-hour emergency pager
at (925) 677-9020. For fire, gas or natural
disasters, dial 911 before calling us!
What is considered an emergency?
Examples of emergencies are active water leaks,
flooding, sewer backups, sparks from appliances,
gas odors, fire, etc.
Can I be charged for maintenance at the
property?
Yes, if resident damage or neglect causes the
maintenance problem, you will be charged for it.
Also, you may be billed for a service call if
you miss a scheduled appointment with one of our
service technicians.
Should I purchase my own policy of renters
insurance?
It is highly recommended that all residents
carry enough insurance to cover themselves and
their personal property. Please consult with
your insurance agent for specific details.
This my first time paying rent late. Can you
waive my late fee?
No. APM does not waive late fees. Fair Housing
laws require that we treat all our residents
equally. APM does not decide if one resident is
more deserving than another of paying late fees.
We enforce late fees across the board.
What is the move out procedure to get back my
security deposit?
If you are terminating the tenancy, you must
give APM at least a thirty-day advance notice in
writing. Please contact APM a few days prior to
vacating the premises, to schedule a
walk-through appointment. On the date of the
walk-through, the premises should be completely
vacated, clean, and ready for occupancy with no
personal property remaining at the premises. You
may also contact APM to request an initial
inspection of the premises before you vacate,
which you may attend. The purpose of this
inspection is to allow you an opportunity to
remedy identified deficiencies in order to avoid
deductions from the security deposit. Deductions
are normally for rent that is due, necessary
cleaning of the premises, and damages above
normal wear and tear. Rent is usually charged up
to the date that you deliver possession of the
premises to our office. This is usually the
walk-through date.
When can I expect to receive my security deposit
refund?
Within 3 weeks after you vacate the premises,
you will be provided with an itemized
disposition of your security deposit, along with
any refund due.
If we have not answered your question, please
email us at:
info@apmproperties.com
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