Can an out-of-state new hire lease a Houston apartment remotely?

Quick answer

Yes. HomeBase is comfortable helping a new hire lease remotely, but Grant recommends using a tighter, higher-confidence shortlist than he would for an in-person search. Apartment videos, neighborhood context, property information, written pricing, and live virtual walkthroughs when available can provide much more confidence before signing. Some communities are easier to evaluate remotely than others, so HomeBase may eliminate properties with surroundings or tradeoffs that Grant believes should be experienced in person. Virtual-tour availability varies by property, and exact qualification requirements should be confirmed before the renter pays an application fee.

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