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Can you hold a property before I apply?
There is a great demand for homes in the Fort Bragg area. We will hold a property with a signed lease up to 14 days with owner approval. We will not hold properties without a signed lease and a holding fee or security deposit.
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Do I pay first and last month’s rent with my security deposit?
Guardian Property Management requires that the security deposit, prorated rent for the first month of occupancy, and pet fees are paid before keys are handed over. GPM does not collect last month's rent at move-in.
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How old do you have to be to apply?
Tenants must be at least 18 years old to apply and sign a lease with our company.
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Is the security deposit refundable?
Security deposits are refundable less any charges for damages that occur during the tenant's occupancy.
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Do you accept cosigners?
Guardian Property Management does not accept cosigners.
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You have a property that I would like to rent. How do I apply?
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I want to get a pet. What do I do?
BEFORE you get a pet, you will need to contact our office to obtain approval for the pet. Our owner clients always reserve the right to final approval of pets.
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My lease expiration is coming and I want to move out. What do I do?
Even though your lease is expiring, you are still required to give a 30 day written notice that you intend to vacate the property. Our lease agreement . provides specific instruction regarding lease termination. Please pay special attention to the time frame required for lease termination.
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Who is responsible for paying for repairs?
Property owners are responsible for normal wear and tear and maintenance and the costs associated with those repairs.
If a repair is necessary due to damage caused by the tenant or a service call is performed where no problem is found, the tenant will be charged and required to pay for the repairs and service call fees.
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Can I make my own repairs and take the costs from the rent paid?
In order to ensure the protection of our owners and their properties, for insurance compliance purposes and to ensure that repairs are consistently completed in a professional manner, Guardian Property Management does not allow tenants to make their own repairs or hire their own contractors. Per the lease agreement, if a tenant contacts a repair contractor and authorizes a repair, the owner is not required to reimburse the tenant.
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Does your office have an after-hours drop box?
Yes, Guardian Property Management does have a drop box. Please contact our office for drop box location.
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What if I need to break my lease early or I move out before the end of my lease?
The lease does not have provisions for early termination other than for military orders per the Service Members Civil Relief Act. If you vacate the property before the end of the lease, you are still obligated to pay rent per the terms of your lease until a new tenant is procured to replace you or your lease expires, whichever occurs first.
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I'm in the military and I've come down on orders. How do I terminate my lease?
If you receives orders to relocate or deploy, please contact our office as soon as possible. You will need to submit at least 30-45 day's written notice. A copy of your orders, or a letter from your commanding officer certifying the orders, will be required.
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Do you require tenants to carry renter's insurance?
Guardian Property Management does require tenants to obtain renter's insurance and that the policy remain in force for the entire tenancy. Tenants are required to purchase liability coverage in the amount of $300,000. Tenants are not required to carry personal property coverage, but it is strongly recommended.
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How do I renew my lease?
Our staff will contact you about two months before your lease expires to ask if you would like to renew your lease. You may also contact us at any time as well using the "Renew Lease" or "Give Notice" section of our website.
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What is your move out procedure?
After you have submitted your notice to vacate, a GPM staff member will contact you regarding move out procedures and requirements.
