Quincy Apartment Rentals

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Existing Colors
Your house is your canvas, but it is not blank. Some colors are already established. What color is your roof? Is there mortar or other siding that will not be painted? Will doors and railings remain their existing colors? New paint does not need to match existing colors, but it should harmonize.

Interior Colors
It may seem comical to paint entire house based on the pattern of a pillow case, but this approach does make sense. The color of your furnishings will guide you in the selection of your interior paint colors, and your interior paint colors will influence the colors you use outside. Once again, your goal is to harmonize.

Accents
Depending on the size and complexity of your home, you may be choosing two, three or as many as six colors. In addition to the color you select for siding, you’ll want to select accent colors for trim and details such as shutters, moldings and columns. This can be tricky, because too many colors will overwhelm your house and too few will make it seem two dimensional.

Darks and Lights
Light colors will make your house seem larger. Dark siding or dark bands of trim will make your house seem smaller, but will draw more attention to details. Darker shades are best for accenting recesses, while lighter tones will highlight details which project from the wall surface. On traditional Victorian homes, the darkest paint is often used for the window sashes.

Harmony and Contrast
Contrasting colors will draw attention to architectural details. But, extreme contrasts will clash and actually detract from details. To be safe, consider staying within a single color family. For some accents, try using a darker or lighter shade instead of a different color.

Balance
A burst of a single color on just one part of your home may give it a lopsided appearance. Strive to balance colors over the entire building.

Durability
The more intense a color, the more likely it is to fade. After a few years, vivid blues and deep reds will seem more subdued. Dark colors also pose more maintenance problems. Dark colors absorb heat and suffer more moisture problems than lighter shades. And because dark paint fades, it’s difficult to touch up.

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1. Timing is Crucial

The housing market is competitive, especially for affordable apartments. Be prepared to make decisions quickly and be flexible by a week or two with your plans. Start your search no earlier than four weeks before your desired move-in date since tenants are not required to give landlords more than 30 days notice of their move-out dates. Make apartment hunting your life for two or three weeks – that should be enough time to get familiar with the market and find what you are looking for.
2. Focus Your Search According to Your Budget

New York City is an expensive housing market and you will likely be forced to make compromises in your choice. Monthly rents will vary depending on several factors; the most important of which is location, followed by apartment size and then amenities.
* Decide if You Are Willing to Share an Apartment. You can cut costs by sharing a large one bedroom. To find a roommate, check the listings for apartment shares in the OCHA Housing Registry.
* Consider Where You Can Afford to Live – Manhattan apartments are in the greatest demand and consequently rents are the highest here compared to other boroughs or nearby suburbs. In most areas of Manhattan, you will have great difficulty finding a studio apartment for less than $1,300-$1,400 per month. In contrast, there are areas just outside Manhattan (within a 30-40 minute commute) where you can find a decent studio apartment to rent for $850-$1,000 per month.
* Determine What Size Apartment Fits Your Budget and What Amenities You Can Do Without – Squeezing into a smaller apartment than your ideal and a willingness to accept some commonly perceived flaws such as street noise or lack of view or natural light may save you some money. In addition, rents will vary with the type of building in which the apartment is located such as whether or not the building has a doorman or an elevator.

3. Methods of Searching – Fee v. No Fee Rentals

If you can afford to pay a broker’s fee, searching with a broker is highly recommended for convenience. Brokers can give you an overview of the market, guide you in your search, and facilitate the paperwork for you. Some landlords list apartment availabilities exclusively through brokers.

Brokers charge a commission for their services. In Manhattan, expect to pay between `12%-15% of the year’s rent. That means if your rent is $1,000 a month, the broker’s fee works out to $1,000 x 12 x 15%, or $1,800. Fees outside of Manhattan are usually less, ranging from one month’s rent to 12% of the year’s rent. The fee is payable only at the time of lease signing. OCHA maintains a list of real estate brokers, many of whom will give a discount on their fees to CU students and affiliates. The larger firms have Web sites where you can search their listings in advance of contacting them. You can also check their most updated listings in the classified ads in The Village Voice, The New York Times and LOOT. Don’t forget to ask if a student or Columbia corporate discount is available.

If you prefer not to pay a broker’s fee, “no fee” searching options include:
* Classified Ads – look for ads that say “no fee” or “by owner” as well as ads for sublets and shares.
* Landlords and Management Companies – Call directly and ask for a list of their vacancies. OCHA has compiled a list of some of the larger companies. Gabriel’s Guide to Apartment Hunting is a book, which lists management companies, rental buildings and contact information.
* Online Search Sites – First check out OCHA’s Housing Registry listings. Then try the series of Web site links we have developed.
* Flat Fee Agencies – A flat fee ranging from $60-$250 is usually paid up-front for access to non-realtor fee listings.

4. Financial Requirements and What to Bring on Your Apartment Search

In order to rent an apartment, you will be asked to complete an application, by your prospective landlord. You may also be required to pay between $50-$200 for credit reports and/or application fees. Landlords want to see evidence of steady income and good credit.
* Financial Requirements – Most landlords require that the prospective tenant have an income equal to 40-45 times the monthly rent in annual salary (combined income is used for roommates). You and your roommate will need to have all of your income verification paperwork readily available upon application for an apartment.

If you are a full time student or do not meet all the financial requirements, most landlords will require a lease co-signer or guarantor. A guarantor is an individual, typically a family member, who lives in the U.S., preferably in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut. Guarantors are asked to disclose detailed financial information and have a credit report run on them as part of the approval process. The guarantor’s income needs to be at least 75 times the monthly rent and they will also need to submit the paperwork listed below.
Funds – When the landlord approves your apartment application, be prepared to pay the first month’s rent and the security deposit upon lease signing. Most landlords require that these funds be paid in the form of separate certified checks or money orders. Landlords will not accept personal checks or credit cards. An additional certified check or money order will be required at the time of lease signing to pay the broker’s fee, if applicable.
o Necessary Documents – Bring the following items with you when you start looking for apartments:
+ Letter from your current employer stating your salary or from a CPA if you are a freelance worker or a business owner
+ First two pages of last year’s tax return
+ Most recent bank statement(s), bank account numbers and credit card numbers
+ Most recent pay stub(s)
+ Names, addresses and phone numbers of previous landlords
+ Names, addresses and phone numbers of personal and business references
+ Photo I.D. such as driver’s license or passport

5. Leases

Leases are important for clarification of the responsibilities of the landlord and tenant. If you don’t have a lease, the landlord could ask you to leave or raise your rent on short notice. In addition, factors, such as when your rent is due, if pets are allowed and who is responsible for maintenance need to be clear. The type of lease you will be asked to sign can vary with the type of apartment and building in which it is located. OCHA has samples of different leases. Any changes to the standard lease are usually included in a separate lease rider. Leases are for one or two years and generally begin on the 1st or the 15th of the month.

Typically, the apartment will be unfurnished and will be located in a rental building that is owned by the landlord. Some apartments may be protected by rent regulations. A rent-regulated apartment is subject to limits on the amount that owners can raise the rent for vacant apartments and renewals of existing leases. Tenants in rent-regulated apartments have the right to renew the lease provided they’re in compliance with all lease terms and conditions. Rent-regulated tenants have the right to sublease the apartment with the landlord’s permission.

Finding a roommate can be a frustrating and overwhelming task. However, there are ways to make the process more manageable. The key to success is to be proactive, prepared and aware of the resources available to you.

Determine What You Want
As you start your roommate search, determine what type of person you want to live with. Do you want to share a home with a person of the opposite gender? Can you tolerate living with a messy person? Do you mind if your roommate smokes in the apartment/house? Can you live with someone who has a pet? Make a list of what you want in a roommate and identify the qualities that are most important to you. Evaluating your needs should make your roommate search easier because it will make you aware of what you want and don’t want.

Be Thorough in Your Search!
You should begin looking for a roommate as soon as you decide you need one! It is never too early to start your search. The more potential roommates you meet and apartments you see, the more likely you are to find a home that you will be happy living in.

Nowadays, there are many methods for finding a roommate/ apartment. Ask your friends if they have friends that are moving, read the classifieds, and explore online roommate-matching services. For a small fee, these online services allow users to browse profiles from a large database as well as create their own profiles. Regardless of what method(s) you use, be comprehensive because the more thorough your search, the more likely you are to make a good roommate match!

As you meet with potential roommates during your search process, always be aware of your personal safety. If you feel uncomfortable meeting a potential roommate by yourself, ask a friend to go with you, or ask to meet the person in a public place such as a coffee shop.

Be Honest
When meeting with potential roommates, don’t try to pass yourself off as a non-smoker if you smoke, or a tidy person if your concept of neatness doesn’t involve cleaning! The person you end sharing a home with will inevitably find out about your habits so you might as well be upfront about them before you move in together! Be honest about your habits and lifestyle because if the other person knows what to expect, and vice versa, it will make living together easier in the long run.

Look for a Roommate That Has Similar Likes and Dislikes
Finding a roommate in which you have much in common with can make living together more enjoyable. Before meeting with potential roommates, evaluate what you want. Determine what type of lifestyle you want to lead and what type of personality you think you would get along best with. Also, start thinking about how you want important household chores to be handled, such as cleaning the bathroom or other common areas. Try and take into account all the different variables that go along with having a roommate because these variables will inevitably affect your roommate experience and your overall happiness.

Don’t Prioritize the Variables That Are Less Important to You
While it is important to have things in common with people that you live with, do not go overboard trying to find someone who is exactly like you. Although demographic criteria such as age, gender, sexual preference is important, it may be less important to you (or vice versa) than behavioral variables such as cleanliness, partying habits, guest policies, etc. The bottom line is: Evaluate your personal preferences, but be realistic.

Reply Quickly if You are Interested
If you meet a person that you believe will be a good roommate for you, be proactive! Don’t rush into anything before learning all the facts, but also don’t let a great opportunity pass you by.

Do Your Research
Before signing a lease with a new roommate, you should get some basic background information on the person you’ll be sharing your home with. Perhaps ask to speak with a former roommate of theirs to get an idea of what they are really like to live with.

Finding a compatible roommate can be an exasperating experience, but is well-worth the effort in the end. Being prepared, knowing what you are looking for, and exploring your options will help ease the frustration of your search process. Try to have an open mind but at the same time be realistic and don’t rush into a situation that you are not certain about. Remember, your happiness could be at stake!

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Quincy is a city in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It bears the nicknames “The City of Presidents,” “City of Legends,” “Birthplace of the American Dream.” A major part of Metropolitan Boston, Quincy is a member of Boston’s Inner Core Committee for the Metropolitan Area Planning Council. The name is correctly pronounced “Quin-zee”,as it is named after Colonel John Quincy, though non-locals often mispronounce it as “Quin-cee”. Quincy is the birthplace of former Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams, as well as statesman John Hancock.

The Wollaston neighborhood is the oldest part of Quincy, first settled by English immigrants in 1625 as Mount Wollaston. Quincy itself later became part of Braintree, Massachusetts, was officially incorporated as a separate town in 1792, and was made a city in 1888.

Among its several firsts was the Granite Railway, the first commercial railroad in the United States. It was constructed in 1826 to carry granite from a quarry in Quincy to the Neponset River in Milton so that the stone could then be taken by boat to erect the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Quincy granite became famous throughout the nation, and stonecutting became the city’s principal economic activity.

Second was shipbuilding. Sailing ships were built in Quincy for many years, and the final known clipper ship built was in Germantown in the 1870s. The Fore River area became a shipbuilding center in the 1880s — originally owned by Thomas A. Watson of telephone fame — and many famous warships were built at the Fore River Shipyard, including the aircraft carrier USS Lexington (CV-2), the battleships USS Massachusetts (BB-59) and USS Nevada (BB-36), and the USS Salem (CA-139), the world’s last all-gun heavy warship, which is still preserved at Fore River as the main exhibit of the United States Naval Ship Building Museum. John J. Kilroy, the originator of the famous Kilroy Was Here graffiti, was a welding inspector at Fore River.

Quincy was also an aviation pioneer. Dennison Field in the Squantum section of town was one of the world’s first airports and was partially developed by Amelia Earhart. In 1910 it was the site of the Harvard Aero Meet, only the second air show in America. It was later leased to the Navy for an airfield, and served as a reserve Squantum Naval Air base into the 1950s.

Of some note, Howard Johnson’s and Dunkin Donuts were founded and started in Quincy, and the celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys got its start in Wollaston.