Utilities in renter’s name

By Tenant

It is common in most tenants to pay for the utilities of the apartment or house that they are renting. They also wished that the utilities bill will be addressed in their names so that they would know what they are paying for every month. Yet some landlords will not change the utilities bill to the tenants name for some apparent reasons.

Here are some things to do before signing a lease agreement with your landlord and move in.

• Do a walkthrough. First thing to do before moving in always do a walkthrough first in order for you to know the condition of the house. And for you to know if you are the only one using the utilities of the house. Also it will help you in the future if ever you find out any problems with the house.
• Make sure to read the lease agreement first. Before signing anything always read what is written in the agreement especially when it comes to paying the utilities. Some landlords offer the utilities for free or for a certain amount every month.
• Emphasize your wish to change the utilities name to your name. Make sure that before you move in that the name for the utilities bill is already changed to your name. Do not move in unless it has been changed.

Just to be sure that you are not paying more than what you consume it is very important for you to see the bill for the utilities. And you cannot do it if it is under your landlord’s name for he will just ask you for a specific amount without you verifying if it is really what the bill states. It always feels good to know that you are not being cheated and you are being respected as a tenant.

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