Looking to Rent a Home in Bengaluru? These 5 Services Could Help You.

Moving can be a pain, a hassle, a dreaded inevitability filled with uncertainty. Running from one place to another, nursing a constant throbbing headache, calling way too many people and losing track of everything – it’s a long list. There are also brokers, deposits, hidden costs and a lack of reliable contacts. However, certain companies are trying to change that and make the process as easy as possible. Here are the top 5 –

1. Nestaway

They promise to provide fully furnished homes and have a very interesting proposition. Choose a bed space in a flat and let them handle the rest. They’ll look for roommates for you, they’ll help you avoid extra costs by offering a way out – splitting all the costs between the flatmates. As a bonus, when you  opt for a service like cleaning for the first time on the Nestaway app, you are not charged for it. Sounds tempting, doesn’t it? Check out their website for more.

2. Grabhouse

Grabhouse ensures direct contact with the owner, helping you stay far away from the middlemen.  No brokerage fee to make you feel bogged down by exorbitant costs.  They provide you with information on the house, the neighborhood in one go, making it super convenient. Their USP is that they match roommates based on lifestyle and individual quirks – the perfect fit, right? Head over to their website for more information.

3. Zenify

You can book an apartment online by paying a fixed token amount of 10,000 on Zenify. It’s easy to find out everything you need to know about your prospective home by checking location details and information on amenities.  Maintenance and rental agreements are standardized on Zenify, leaving you with one less thing to worry about. Check out their website to know more.

4. NoBroker

You can ensure you won’t be taken for a ride here. All the accounts on the site are verified to prevent people from attempting to hack into the system, brokers hiding behind fake accounts.  The first nine contacts are free following which the user needs to pay a certain amount for the services. It’s still much more affordable than hiring a broker full-time and giving him a regular fee. To know more, go to their website.

5. Flatchat

This is a unique, app-only service. You can chat with your potential flatmates in real-time.  You can also talk to tenants and owners.  You are matched with people who are compatible with your requirements. No traditional agents to ruin your experience, allowing you to directly connect with the right people. They also have a Flatchat assistant to help you schedule meetings. Download it on Android and iOS.

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