Is an individual lease the right choice for my Gainesville apartment?

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Choosing what type of lease to sign for your Gainesville apartment can be a hefty decision to make. You should make sure you're knowledgeable about all different lease types that Gainesville apartments have to offer. You don't want to get stuck in a lease you don't want and end up paying a penalty for breaking your lease! You can choose from individual leases, fixed-term leases, and periodic leases in apartments near Gainesville.

An individual lease is usually a great choice for most college students! With an individual lease your monthly rent includes your bedroom, bath, and a share of the common areas (such as the kitchen, living room, and washer and dryer.) You're usually provided with your own key to your bedroom which can add a great sense of security and privacy to your living arrangement in your Gainesville apartment.

If you've ever been worried about living with roommates who are going to be untrustworthy when it comes to paying rent then an individual lease will more than likely suit your needs best. When you sign an individual lease you are in a sense paying per room. That way if your roommates don't make rent you won't be affected in any negative way. You won't have to worry about scrounging up money to cover their portion of the rent because you're worried about breaking your lease or even losing your apartment! They will pay their rent and you will pay yours and you'll never have to worry about covering for anyone else! It makes college living in your Gainesville apartment feel much more secure and stable when you only have to worry about yourself.

You can also choose a fixed-term lease in your Gainesville apartment. This means that you'll agree to stay in your apartment for a set amount of time. If you decide to move out before this period ends there is usually a penalty to pay for breaking your lease. Before signing a fixed-term lease in a Gainesville apartment make sure you absolutely love your apartment, the lease terms, and who you're living with.

A fixed-term lease does provide a sense of security when living in your Gainesville apartment. With a fixed-term lease you'll never have to wonder how much per month you'll be paying for rent. When you sign the lease you agree to pay a certain amount per month during the lease period. When the lease ends you can choose to resign or move on penalty free.

A periodic lease also known as a month-to-month lease is usually most convenient for those who don't know how long they'll be in their Gainesville apartment. You agree each month on a price of rent and can leave giving only a very short notice. Usually about 15 to 30 days.

All in all an individual lease for your Gainesville apartment is probably the most ideal for your average college student. An individual lease provides a sense of stability that most other leases don't offer.

These are the opinions of writers and not the opinions of SwampRentals.com or any of our advertising partners.