It is very common for a landlord/rental agency to require first and last months rent and a security/damage deposit.
Check local/state renters laws to ensure your rights.
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Massachusetts statutes allow a landlord to collect, at the beginning of a tenancy, the first month's rent, the last month's rent, a security deposit, and a key fee. Most states are similar.
The process of renting a home will vary depending on the landlord, whether the home is listed with a realtor and other factors. In general, the landlord will advertise the home for rent. The prospective tenants either contact the landlord or property manager directly for a showing or go through a realtor. There may be an application, background check, reference checks, a credit check and/or an employment check. The tenant typically pays a security deposit, pet deposit if applicable, and up to two months in rent before signing the lease.
A Certificate of Deposit is a special type of deposit account that can be opened by any customer. The customer will deposit a large sum of money with the bank for a predetermined period of time (Usually in months or years). The bank will offer a good interest rate to the customer for parking his/her money long-term with them. The customer wouldn't break his deposit mid term and keep it until maturity because if he does so, he will be charged a penalty for doing so.
You will need to be able to pass any credit referencing the agency that undertakes on the landlords behalf, and that your need to deposit typically 1.5 months rent plus the months rent in advance. you will need to be willing to sign a legally binding tenancy agreement which do vary from agent to agent and provide provide proof of ID such as Driving licence or passport.
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A Fixed Deposit or a Certificate of Deposit is a special type of deposit account that can be opened by any customer. The customer will deposit a large sum of money with the bank for a predetermined period of time (Usually in months or years). The bank will offer a good interest rate to the customer for parking his/her money long-term with them. The customer wouldn't break his deposit mid term and keep it until maturity because if he does so, he will be charged a penalty for doing so. In terms of amount - you can purchase any amount you want. The only thing the bank might ask if you deposit huge sums of money is "source of income" and if you provide that, the bank will be willing to accept a deposit of any amount.
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It's usually called a "Floater Policy." When renting you should always get a damage deposit from the tenant and if they leave your suite in ruins at least your insurance will pay for it. You have the right to give 24 hours notice to your tenant (by letter) stating that you will be inspecting the suite. If you haven't prepared yourself with a "Floater Policy" or obtained a damage deposit from your tenant then I'm sorry to say the cost will be yours unless you go to small debts court and it may not be worth your time. Before renting again take a picture of the suite with the date on the picture (use a video camera if possible) get the damage deposit and do a 4 months inspection (giving 24 hours notice.)
Under flexible deposit option you can withdraw your investment before maturity. You can withdraw between 0-3 months or 3-6 months and still enjoy partial benefits.
Make sure it is fully charged and store it in a cool, dry location if possible. It will stay fully charged for 6 months with no problem.