The Pros and Cons of Fully-Furnished Homes

Hello World!  Welcome Friends!  When looking for new housing, there can be an overwhelming amount of options. Being certain of the type of housing that will be most beneficial can help reduce the stress of finding new accommodations significantly. One thing that’s important to consider is whether to choose a furnished or unfurnished home.

Here are some pros and cons of choosing a furnished abode:

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Pros:

1. Decorating Is Already Done:

When moving into a new space, decorating can be one of the most stressful parts. Renting a furnished home allows tenants to be free of all the time and planning it takes to get the look just right and simply unpack their essentials and get to living instead.

2. Easier To Find Places To Rent:

For those seeking to find housing in major cities, this option could be beneficial. Since there is a large market for furnished homes, it makes it easier to find a place to live in San Francisco and other major cities. Opting for a furnished home could make it so much simpler to get settled quickly.

3. Fewer Costs Upfront:

If a tenant does not have furniture already and they need to buy all the foundational pieces, it can be prohibitively expensive. Moving into a furnished home allows the tenant to have use of all the furnishings they require without needing to take out loans or otherwise finance furniture of their own. This can be a great option for those just getting started in their careers and gaining independence.

4. Less Commitment:

Furnished rentals are ideal for those who are not ready to settle permanently for various reasons. They are available on a short-term basis so there is no feeling of being “stuck”. Another way they allow ease of movement is that instead of shipping and moving furniture, all that’s required of tenants is to pack and move their essentials like clothes, bedding, and other odds and ends. It makes the process much less daunting in the end.

Cons:

1. Decor Might Not Suit Tenant’s Tastes:

A potential trade-off for letting others be in charge of decorating the home is that tenants may not like the look. Everyone has personal style and color preferences they tend to like and gravitate to. The style preferences of the property owner may not be best for the tenant.

2. Liability For Damages:

All rentals require a certain degree of liability. In the case of renting furnished homes, tenants are liable for the condition of the furnishings on top of the run-of-the-mill rental liabilities. This may not be ideal for those with pets or small children, for example. This is why it’s smart to look into a rental history report that will tell you how the former tenants treated the place. It will help assess whether it might be best to look for something unfurnished.

3. More Costly Rent:

Due to often prime locations and the convenience of being fully-furnished, these rentals often cost more per month than other options. Tenants have to decide whether it’s within their budget and what will work for their current situation before committing.

4. It May Never Feel Like “Home”:

Moving into a place that is full of furniture and decor that is not the tenant’s can produce a level of alienation. One way that people make a place feel “homey” to them is by putting their own personality and style choices into it. Renting a furnished home may feel slightly like staying in a hotel long-term. It’s always clear the place isn’t yours.

In the end, the choice of where to live is personal. There are numerous variables involved. Knowing what to expect can assist with the decision.

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