The first step in finding an apartment or house to rent is determining how much you can afford to pay for rent each month. This number should include not only your monthly rent payment but also any additional costs such as utilities, parking fees, pet deposits, and more. Once you have determined your budget, you can start searching for rental properties within your price range. 

When looking for a rental property, it is important to research potential neighborhoods to ensure that they are safe and have all of the amenities you need close by. Consider factors such as access to public transportation, nearby grocery stores, parks and recreation centers, schools, restaurants, shops, etc., as well as crime rates in the area before making a decision on where to look for rentals.

ICONIC YEG can be incredibly helpful when searching for an apartment or house in Edmonton because they have access to listings from multiple landlords at once which makes it easier to find what you're looking for quickly and efficiently without having to contact each landlord individually. Additionally, ICONIC YEG has expertise on their side which can help guide you through the process of finding a suitable place that meets all of your needs while staying within your budget constraints.  

Once you've narrowed down your list of potential rentals based on research done online or through rental agencies it's time to schedule viewings so that you can get an up-close look at each property before making any decisions about signing a lease agreement . During viewings take note of things like condition of the building/apartment/house itself (e.g., any visible damage), safety features (e..g., fire extinguishers), appliances included (e..g., fridge/stove/washer/dryer), storage space available (e..g., closets/cabinets), etc., so that you can make sure everything is up-to-par before signing anything with the landlord .  

Once you've found an apartment or house that meets all your needs it's time to negotiate terms with the landlord . During this process discuss things like length of tenancy , payment schedules , security deposit amounts , pet policies , subletting policies , maintenance expectations , etc . Be sure to read over any documents provided by the landlord thoroughly before signing anything so that there aren't any surprises down the road!

Before officially signing a lease agreement make sure that you have all necessary documents ready such as proof of income , references from previous landlords , valid identification , etc . Once everything has been gathered sign the lease agreement ensuring both parties understand their rights and responsibilities under Alberta's Residential Tenancy Act .  

Once all paperwork has been completed it's time to pay both security deposit and first month's rent . Security deposits are typically refundable if no damage is done during tenancy while first month's rent must be paid upfront prior move-in date . Depending on situation landlord may require postdated cheques or automatic withdrawals from bank account so be sure discuss payment options beforehand!

Now comes fun part - moving into new home ! Make sure do thorough inspection upon move-in noting any existing damage so there won't be any misunderstandings later down line regarding who responsible for repairs . After settling in enjoy new place knowing found perfect spot call home!