It makes sense that negotiating rent is probably more successful when youre renting directly from the owner.
Market rent is usually $50 - $200 above that amount monthly.
Theyll come down on the monthly rate.
They budget for concessions every month to get people to move in.
You talk them down $100/month and sign a year lease?
Bam, $1200 saved.
This definitely falls under your mileage may vary.
Your outcome depends on your location and the market.
But it goes to show that yes, itspossible to negotiate a discount on rent.
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