Most people today search for an apartment online, using various search engines. There are so many websites to aid in your apartment search. Once you've written down your list of the most "desirable" places to live, you begin to visit the websites and make your phone calls. In the back of your mind you might be saying "those pictures are nice, but is that what the property really looks like?" or "Is it really this nice, the neighbors, school district, and overall management?" Maybe you feel alone in this and not sure how to tell if this is really what is best for you and your family. Here are just are three suggestions that might help ease the uncertainty of where to live. 1. Call the management office and ask them your list of questions. Listen to the voice on the other end, is she/hedistracted, rude, sounding inconvenienced? How they speak to you on the phone is a good indication of how they will treat you.2.Visit websites like apartmentratings.com and keep an open mind. If there are negative comments, they reasonable? Is what there saying something that would bother you? Could they be exaggerating the situation? At Parke Orcutt you are valued and we treat every person with the utmost respect. We are known, not only for ourbeautiful property, but for our customer service. Come by and visit or just give us a call at 805.937.5886. Let us know if this information was helpful to you. ...read more