Does the listed price include everything already?
Yes! You pay one monthly price and that’s it.
Can I move in several days before my internship starts?
Unfortunately not. The standard timeframe is the day before your internship starts is move in day. Please keep in mind the previous interns will just be moving out one day prior to this, so your room needs to be inspected and deep cleaned. However since everything is provided with being furnished. All you would need to do is buy food once you move in and that’s it!
Can my friend and I live together both being interns?
Absolutely! If you find another intern you would like to live with, as long as there is availability, you can be easily placed to live together in the same property.
Are any pets allowed?
There is a strict no pet policy with all properties and rooms. Please keep in mind that another intern may have allergies as well and we need to be fair with all tenants. To address this matter, we can not allow any pets of any type.
Is the rent prorated for the months I am not living there the entire month?
Yes! To calculate your amount due for move in month / move out month: Take your monthly agreed rent amount, divide it by the number of days in the month you want to calculate for, multiply by the days you will living there (include move in/move out days). To ensure you pay the correct amount, its recommended to just double check with the landlord with a quick text.
What are the expectations with living in the property?
Its fully expected for you to provide the room/property in the same condition (or better!) then how it was provided to you. Many hours and work go into keep our homes in great condition. Please keep in mind that you are living in someone’s home, not just a house. We recommend having a ‘cleaning time’ on a weekly basis. Please don’t allow the property to become dirty and untaken care of.
Will the landlord or property manager come visit the property during my stay?
On a monthly basis, the landlord/manager will come change air filters, fridge filters if applicable, and fix any troubles you may have. An email is sent out to all living in the property at least 24 hours ahead of time for the visit. Your bedroom/bathroom will not be entered unless you specifically ask to fix something. In the rare instance your bedroom/bathroom needs to be inspected, you will be emailed clearly clarifying that your specific room/bathroom will be inspected.
Is there public transportation that can be used?
No, unfortunately its an absolute must to drive a vehicle to work, unless you find another intern roommate willing to drive you every day.
How long until I receive my security deposit back?
By South Carolina law, landlords have up to 30 days. However, its generally returned within 3 days or less.
How will the property be inspected for my security deposit?
Detailed photos have been taken showing the cleanliness and condition the property was turned in to you. A direct comparison of how you left your room/bathroom will be done with the pictures to decide how much work is needed to clean. If obviously left uncleaned, cleaning personnel will be hired taken from the security deposit. For common areas, a even split of all tenants deposits may be used. Please organize yourselves on who will take care/clean what upon moving out.
If I have an issue at the house, what do I do?
Please send a text to the landlord and pending urgency, it will be fixed usually within the week. With all properties being privately owned, you have direct clear communication with the landlord to handle all your worries or troubles.
If I have a shared bathroom with another intern, will it be the same gender?
Yes, all shared bathrooms will be of the same gender.
Is it possible to live with the opposite gender in the same house?
Yes, it is possible that a female has one room while a male has the room across the hallway but NO shared bathrooms will be mixed genders.
Can I bring my bike / motorcycle?
In general yes, if there is space for it, sure! Please double check this either after move in or ask ahead.
My friend wants to come visit me, is this okay?
Yes, any visitor is welcome but can only be a temporary stay as defined in the lease. Please also keep in mind you are held responsible for any guest causing damage to the property and its furnishings.
Can I decorate my room and hang items on the walls?
In general no, staying in the property for only roughly 3 months we really don’t feel the need for modifying your room. Please revisit the lease for needing written approval about any modifications to the room.
What is the Move in process like?
The landlord/manager will meet you at the property when you arrive on move in day (day before your first internship start date), we will spend about 10-15 mins walking you through, going over rules, showing you where items are, and once everything is understood and all questions are answered, the keys would be provided to you and that’s it!
What is the Move out process like?
Please leave your key (and garage door opener if applicable) on your nightstand on your room and the landlord/manager will come by at a later time for inspection of the entire property and to collect the keys. Check out would be by latest 10AM the Saturday after your final work Friday as described in the lease for your end date.
What are some past intern ‘horror’ stories?
We now have to mention no jumping on the bed because of a previous student who broke their bedframe from purposely jumping on it as high as they could. There have been cracked toilets that make no sense how it was possible from the location, broken sinks, entire AC systems broken due to placing the AC colder than 68 degrees (please take note of ‘Reasonable’ temperatures), dented inward wall from car running into it in the garage, leaving the room window open and having the neighborhood pest control service spray into the room/house staining everything, and more.