Free renter planning tool
Move-In Budget Planner
Compare a deposit option and a guarantor option against the cash you have for the move. Count application fees and moving costs in your budget too.
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Start with your own numbers
Type in quotes from the community or your best guesses, in dollars. The example numbers are a starting point, not a price quote. Put zero for any cost that doesn't apply. For application fees, count every adult and every property you plan to apply to.
Ask before paying
- Can you get the fee back, and when?
- Is this everything you owe before you get the keys?
- Does the community take this guarantor company? We can check that for you.
- Are there monthly charges or renewal fees on top of these upfront costs?
This compares the cash you need to move in. It doesn't compare total lease costs, and it can't tell you whether you'll qualify.
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