FAQ
General
Is my security deposit refundable?
Security deposits are refundable after we assess and deduct for any damage to the apartment home beyond normal wear and tear. Please check your lease agreement for details about our security deposit requirements.What are your pet fees?
We require a non-refundable pet fee of $300/pet prior to move-in. Pet rent is charged on a per-pet, per-month basis and may vary by community. Check your lease or billing details in the resident portal to see your community's pet rental fee.Can I sublet my apartment to someone?
No, we do not permit short-term renting or subletting of any sort in our community. Homestay services such as Airbnb or VRBO are also prohibited.
Leasing
How do I apply to rent a Related apartment?
From our community website, click "Apply Now" at the top of the homepage, or from the floorplan information page. If you have any questions, our leasing teams are here to help!Are there furnished apartments to rent at this community?
We do not have a furniture rental option at this time but would be glad to recommend some local third party vendors.May I schedule an appointment online to tour the property?
Absolutely. Click "Schedule a Tour" from any page on our website, and you'll see our available tour dates and times. Each community has a "show apartment." If you want to see a specific floorplan, you may want to reach out to the community team to confirm that there is a vacant apartment ready to tour.Are virtual or self-guided tours available for viewing properties?
The "Floorplans" page of our website has virtual tours for select floorplan types. If you don't see the one you're looking for, check back - we're adding new tours all the time! Additionally, you can reach out to one of our leasing associates, and they will be glad to schedule a live video tour.
Applications
Do you run credit and background checks?
Yes, we use a third-party screening service that looks at credit history, rental history, and criminal background. The screening does not have specific credit score criteria but does flag items such as recent evictions, bankruptcies, felonies, and balances owed to previous landlords. In addition to the screening, we require proof of gross monthly income that is at least three (3) times the rental rate. For more information, visit the "Qualification Criteria" page of our website.Is renters insurance a requirement?
We require residents to have renters insurance with at least $100,000 in renters liability coverage and $10,000 personal content coverage. Residents will be enrolled at move-in with our partner provider, and a fee will be charged monthly with rent. Residents may opt out by providing proof of comparable third party Renters' Liability Insurance coverage. Please ask our community team for more information.
Residents
How do residents find out news and updates about their Related community?
The best way to stay in the know is via the resident portal. You can access this from the homepage of the community website or download the free "RentCafe Resident" app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.May I pay my rent online?
Yes, we encourage you to do so! Click "Resident Portal" from our community website or download the free "RentCafe Resident" app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.Can the service team address emergency maintenance requests?
Yes, you can reach our team anytime to place a routine or emergency service request by calling our 24/7 service hotline, which you can find on the Resident Portal. If you call outside of office hours, our on-call service associate will be on hand to address requests that qualify as an emergency.Can I make a noise complaint about a neighbor?
If you experience excessive noise from a neighbor or outside our community quiet hours, please contact our community team so we can help address your concerns. If you feel like you or your neighbor are in immediate danger, please call 911.Can management enter a resident’s apartment home?
Our lease agreement gives the community team the right to enter a resident’s apartment home at any time. However, we try to make residents aware of any scheduled inspections or any need to enter their home at least 24 hours in advance. In the case of an emergency, like a leak, Related has the right to enter without advanced notice to prevent further damage to the apartment home or community.Are there late fees for late rental payments?
Yes, please check your lease agreement for more information about our late fee policies.Is there a penalty for breaking a lease prior to the end date?
Yes, our early termination policy is defined in your lease agreement.








