Real Estate
Updated: 2026-03-06
8 min
Renting an apartment safely: quick checklist
Verify owner identity, contract terms, charges and real apartment condition.
Key points
- Never pay before physically visiting the apartment.
- Verify the identity of the owner or authorized agent.
- Read contract terms: duration, deposit, notice, included charges.
- Test water, electricity, pressure, humidity and ventilation.
- Take move-in condition photos to avoid disputes later.
- Prefer traceable payment with written receipt.
Take action
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