Frequently Asked Questions

Fair Housing Act

World Property Management LLC is committed to the Equal Housing Opportunity Laws, and we do not discriminate against anyone on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Familial Status or Disability.

• Furnished or unfurnished?

  Furnished apartments in the Milwaukee area can be expensive. If you are staying for six months or more, it could make sense to rent an unfurnished apartment and buy or lease your own furniture. We currently do not have furnished units in our listings.

• How long is the lease?

  All leases are in writing. Most leases are written for an annual period.
  
  Depending on the time of year (season) we could write a short term lease to bring your lease expiration date into a better time of year for a renewal. It will be renewed for an annual period from then on. On occasion, we may elect to place a tenant on a month to month or 6 month rental lease to accommodate sale of the property by the owner, a tenant's pending departure, or again, moving the property into a more active rental period.

• How should I prepare for a showing appointment?

  If you scheduled a showing with us, please be on time. You might wish to bring current check stubs for all who will be on the lease. This could save time if you are interested in moving forward. We do however communicate fully with your employer. Let us know up front if you have any current or past credit problems.
  
  Our applications are online. There is an application fee due at the end of the filling out of the application. Have your current employer information. Have your current and former landlord references. (name, address, phone and how long you lived there). Have at least two, non-relative references available please.

• I'm moving into Milwaukee from out of town. Can I rent sight unseen?

  Sure, you can. If you have a responsible friend in the area, have them get in touch with us to look at apartments for you. Additionally, we will take pictures and send them via e-mail to you. If you are interested in moving forward and taking an apartment off the market; use our online rental application. Upon receiving the completed application, supporting documentation and qualifying, the lease will be prepared and delivered to you for your review and signature. Depending on the length of time between qualifying acceptance and key turn-over, you can expect to pay a nonrefundable holding fee for taking the apartment off the market or pay in your security deposit. Details may vary based on circumstances.

• Should I have renters insurance?

  It is highly recommended that you purchase renter's insurance to cover any loss of your personal property and a possible liability in case of accidents. It is very inexpensive and could save you a lot of money if there is a loss. The owner's insurance on the property only covers the building. It does not cover your belongings. Your renter's insurance should become effective on the date that you take possession of the property and maintain the policy as long as you reside.

  You should be covered in instances....if a candle tips over, a hot pan scorches the kitchen linoleum floor or even if something possibly happens that was not your fault. Water pipes, flooding from backed up drains. It's the unforeseen that renters insurance assist customers with.

• What criteria should I use in deciding which apartment is the right for me?

  Know what you are looking for. Consider what is the most important priority for you. Is it location, quality, number of rooms, closet size, parking, pet-friendly, etc? How much space do you realistically need? Do you need an extra bedroom or a study area? Consider where you are commuting to everyday. How important is it to be close to public transportation?
  
  If you do have a pet, there could be a pet security deposit or an additional monthly fee. There is also a criteria pertaining to the type of dogs that are not accepted at some properties.
  
  To qualify for an apartment, your income (or combined income) should be at least three times the rent? Please keep this in mind as you are deciding what you can afford.

• What is a security deposit and how is it handled?

  Rent is due on the first of each month. If a tenant moves into a property during the middle of the month, rent for the month will be prorated, and the rent for the ensuing months will be due on the first. Rent is considered late if it is not paid by the end of the business day according to your particular lease. After the deadline, notices are delivered and late fees are automatically assessed.
  
  World Property Management has software in the Resident portal that permits you to pay online from the comfort of your home. This convenience is at no cost to you. If you do wish to mail your payment or bring it to the office, there is $6.00 processing fee. You are welcome to pay by check or money order made out to World Property Management LLC. Cash is not accepted.

• When is rent due and how do I pay?

  Rent is due on the first of each month. If a tenant moves into a property during the middle of the month, rent for the month will be prorated, and the rent for the ensuing months will be due on the first. Rent is considered late if it's not paid by the end of the business day on the fifth of the month. After the fifth, notices are delivered and late fees are automatically assessed.

  World Property Management has software in the Resident portal that permits you to pay on line from the comfort of your home or office. This convenience is at no cost to you. If you do wish to mail your payment or bring it to the office, there is $6.00 processing fee. You are welcome to pay by check or money order made out to World Property Management LLC. Cash is not accepted.

• When is the best time to move?

  Timing is everything. If you must move, that would be anytime you have to. If you can pick your time, you will have the best selection of apartments and homes from April to August and even September. After September kids are back in school, most people want to be settled in for fall and winter and selection on the market diminishes. Then you have our Wisconsin weather to contend with.