Marriage is a wonderful thing. It sets the stage for incredible events. In time you begin to think alike, giggle at the same joke, have the same ideas and impressions. But what makes it rewarding and meaningful, is the journey that you make, the beautiful memories you create, and the experiences that you share together. And they all start from home. This is why finding the right place for that perfect start is so important. However, when it comes to renting an apartment, it requires some prior know-hows, planning, and preparations to find the right one. Thankfully we have got you covered. To make things easier, here are all the factors to consider before renting an apartment for newlyweds.
Rules and regulations
In a religiously sensitive country like Bangladesh, convincing a landlord to rent newlyweds their apartment without proper documents may not go as planned. Married couples who are young can easily be misunderstood for attempting cohabitation without a marriage certificate (not an acceptable practice in our country).
This is just one example, but no matter where you want to rent an apartment in Dhaka, chances are there will be some rules and regulations that you need to follow. Apart from keeping the marriage certificate handy, you may want to know what other documents you may need to show or submit before finalizing your rental agreement.
Also, time restriction for accessing the apartment at night is another important information you may find important. That is to say, having a good understanding of the most commonly practiced rules and regulations is one of the most important factors to consider before renting an apartment for newlyweds.
Make a checklist
Preparing a checklist of things that you need to be sure of during apartment hunting is one of the very important factors to consider before renting an apartment for newlyweds. So make sure you have got all the things you need to check down in the list.
Start with the utility connection. Does the building have a gas connection from the national grid or offer connection by cylinders? If it is through the national grid, does it have a postpaid system or a prepaid system? How about electricity? Does the building have a postpaid connection or a prepaid connection?
However, the thing you need to be most careful about is the rental agreement. Know about the rent schedule, advance (how many months do you have to pay in advance for?), and rent increase. Check out our comprehensive checklist for renting flats in Bangladesh to have a better idea of what to look for.
Privacy and security
Privacy is an essential need for everyone that must be met. But most importantly it is our right and no place on earth needs it more than your home. It becomes even more important for newlyweds because the environment needed to nurture the relationships requires privacy to flourish fully. So when scouting for a rental apartment, keep the impact of privacy in mind. That may include the proximity of the apartment to other apartments, lack of visual privacy, and so on.
Another one of the important factors to consider before renting an apartment for newlyweds is the aspect of security. Make sure the entire building where your apartment is located has a full-time security guard and is under 24/7 surveillance. If you are concerned about security and privacy, you can consider renting the top floors of a building.
Future prospects and upkeep
People’s needs are not constant. They change with the situation. For example, a 3 bedroom apartment may not be ideal for a newly married couple for many different reasons. Most married couples don’t need space that big unless they are living in a joint family. But for newlyweds who have guests over frequently in their place, need a sizable space to live comfortably. That is why always think about future prospects before renting an apartment, otherwise, you may fall into an uncomfortable situation.
Don’t forget about the upkeep. For newlyweds, upkeeping a huge apartment can become an arduous job. So be mindful of that. Also, look for apartments with good quality fittings and fixtures. That way you will need less time, energy, and money maintaining them.
It can take a lot of adjustments to get to a comfortable living situation if the home you rented doesn’t suit your needs. So getting the right apartment with proper specifications is very important. To that end, we sincerely hope that you find these tips helpful.
