Step 4: Inspect properties on site
Inspecting properties on site
Prospective tenants should not rely solely on photos or videos of the property and should visit the property in person wherever possible.
When inspecting a property, apart from the facilities and maintenance condition inside the flat, prospective tenants should also pay attention to the environment and the transportation links of the property’s location, the condition in different weather/times and whether there is any noise or air pollution. If there is any damage or issues found in the flat, he should request the landlord to handle them as soon as possible, or list them clearly in the tenancy agreement in order to avoid any disputes in the future.
Pay attention to whether the property or the building where the property is located, including its facilities (e.g. elevators), requires or is about to undergo repairs.
There is no legal definition on "haunted house" or requirements for estate agents to proactively verify whether a property is considered a “haunted house”. If a prospective tenant considers this a factor in his rental decision, he may inquire with the agent about whether any unnatural deaths have occurred in the property or whether it is considered a “haunted house”. If the prospective tenant raises such inquiries, the licensed agent should conduct relevant inquires and report the findings to the prospective tenant for consideration. For more details, click here to refer to the “Other Topics” section.
After inspecting and selecting a preferred property, prospective tenants should not rush into making a decision. Instead, they should carefully review the detailed property information provided by the estate agent before deciding. Click here to learn more about the essential property information to pay attention to.