This reader, facing the same challenges we all face, found that negotiating a rental agreement in a high rent area can actually be quite easy if you know how to approach the property owner and\/or landlord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of the many unique approaches to take, we found three that seem most applicable to people who have a prior felony conviction. First, be sure to point out the bad attributes of the high-rent property<\/strong>. In doing so, you can often help the landlord to acknowledge that their property may not be well suited for a higher income resident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This may lead the landlord into a decision that will decrease the rent when understanding how the poor attribute, i.e., traffic congestion, lack of family parks, etc., may impact the type of renters seeking to live there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second, ask the landlord if you can do maintenance work to the property in exchange for a lower rent<\/strong>. Oftentimes, the landlords need someone to regularly maintain air filters, landscaping, and even minor plumbing or electrical repairs. By offering to do these things for the landlord, a reduction in rent may be achieved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n