Apartment hunting is challenging and exhausting. Here are 10 great apartment hunting tips that you must know to find your next apartment in Shreveport LA or Bossier City sooner.

Take recommendations

Use your friends, family or network to learn about apartments available in the city. You may find some great deals in your neighborhood by exploring your inner circle.

Check phone reception in every corner

When you visit any rental apartment, you should check cell reception in every room of that place. Nothing could be worse than having to make every call outside because of the bad reception.

Test shower

It is important to test all sanitary fittings, especially shower before renting any Shreveport apartment. Run shower and all taps to ensure everything is fine there.

Move during winter

It is recommended to lease an apartment in November, December or January. It is because the rent price usually be very low during winter season if you have to move to a new city in summer, you should sign a six-month lease, and start searching for deals in early October.

Figure out how much they charge for pet

Many apartments in Shreveport and Bossier City LA charge a flat fee or per pet. Some places have a non-refundable fee plus deposit along with monthly rent. So, it is important to ask the landlord upfront about the pet and learn about the charges.

Check all cupboards, closets, and cabinets

You should check all cupboards across the apartment, especially in the kitchen. It is possible that the apartment is maintained poorly, and you find large holes in the walls right under the sink.

Find if your car insurance will go up there

Call your insurance company to get a quote about what your car insurance will be in the area, and see if it fits your budget. You should also get tenant insurance.

Make sure your furniture will fit

While checking the space in the Shreveport Apartment, you should ensure that your furniture will fit in your new home. Before you go hunting, you should measure your big furniture, and also carry a tape measure with you when you go out to check rentals.

Look for vacant property if you can move in right away

Vacant property is losing money, and no owner would want that. So, if you can move in immediately, it is advisable to search for already vacant property.

Read lease carefully

Last but important, always read the lease thoroughly before signing it.