Question about renting?

Abel Adger: I'd go NOW. And expect a couple trips. Be certain to carefully examine the neighborhood as a whole (particularly on weekend nights) and ask other tenants in your target building how the management is.I'd try for a 6 month lease to be re-newed if you like the place. I'd also expect to ultimately not like the first place I lived. Don't be too disappointed if you don't like it or the landlord is a pain....Show more

Shaun Rapkowicz: I would start looking now. Most landlords will not hold a place for you for more than a month, but the application process can take time. If you start now then you should have something on hold by January.

Jodie Capella: If you're going to be renting in the new location, recognize that some of the specific properties you look at in mid-December will be rented for a lease beginning February 1.Nevertheless, that timing sounds about right. It'll certainly give you an opportunity to check out the different communities or areas! . That's a big part of the decision about where to live--not just the specific house, but the neighborhood.And, as for the specific home search, I'd be nervous waiting until some time in January when I'd hope to find a place for February 1.So, sure, mid-December seems pretty good. You may find the specific house. If not, at least you'll have identified specific neighborhoods.Good luck....Show more