Looking for a new place? Ready to move all your worldly goods and possessions somewhere else? You might want to keep these tips from Investopedia in mind when you start scouting around for excellent apartments for rent in the Scottsdale AZ:

1. Go online. With so many services able to help you find the property that meets your needs and budget, it’s logical to start your search online. But don’t forget to ask for recommendations and suggestions from people you know as well. Sometimes, the best homes aren’t all that well-advertised online. Having a large network comes in pretty handy for this.

2. Find your match. Some renters go for properties that have high-perceived market value but that value might not match the reality you want. Maybe it’s got great ceilings or more than enough space for you and your dog. But if it’s too far away from where you work, or from where your kids go to school, it might not be an ideal solution for you, not unless you’re really set on a new home and a fresh start.

3. Call a leasing agent ahead. Don’t pay the property a visit until you’ve gotten prices from online locating services though. That way, you can match what you got with the figure that the leasing agent is quoting you. If the figures are close, then that’s a good sign that you’re working with someone trustworthy. But if the prices are too far apart, short of calling out that leasing agent for being a hack job, just move on and look elsewhere for other options.

4. Pay a visit. While virtual tours will work the first few times, if you’re seriously considering the property, then you’ll need to set aside some time to get out there in person. Nothing beats onsite inspections when it comes to picking the right one from a list of apartments for rent in Woodlands, Texas. You can really get a feel for the property—a sense of whether it’s the right choice for you or not—when you walk through the door, see the rooms and spend some time thinking of the many possible ways you could turn that space into a home. Some spaces speak to you more than others. This often happens though when you see the property for yourself so don’t skip this step.

5. Adjust features list. You probably had a list of features you wanted when you first started with your search. Now that you’ve seen a few of your choices, adjust your list to reflect which ones provide you with the best possible match and go from there.