Post-Lease Signing (Renters)

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Who can I contact to schedule move-in for my new building after I’m fully approved and sign my lease?

If I’m renting from a condo or co-op owner and during my lease term, he/she sells the unit to another owner, what happens to my lease? Will I need to communicate with the new owner?

I’ve been approved and signed the lease for my new apartment, but the start date is not for another 1-2 weeks. Who can I contact to request access to the unit to take measurements and check out the space before I move in?

Who should I contact if there are issues with a rental apartment after I move in?

If you find problems with an apartment when moving in, you can speak with the super or property manager to address them.  For rental apartments, the management company / landlord should generally...

What condition should I expect a rental apartment to be in when I move in?

The condition of an apartment upon move-in can vary depending on a number of factors, including the quality of the management company / landlord for rentals.  Regardless, you can usually contact a...

How and when can I get a copy of the signed lease for my new rental apartment?

Generally, you should receive an original copy of your fully executed lease during the first 1-2 weeks after move-in through the mail or from your super or doorman.  If you do not...

After I’m approved and sign leases for my new apartment rental, what should I do to prepare for my move-in?

After you complete the approval and lease signing process for an apartment rental, there are a number of important tasks to take care of immediately, since timing can depend on other factors...