We often associate traveling with something that we do during our days off, something that’s performed as a means to get away from work, the daily grind and the anxieties that come with it. But there are times that work requires that we travel, whether as a representative of the company, as a businessperson who’s looking to expand either the business or the network, or as an observer to an important event, as is the case with news crews.
Business travel may not sound as appealing as traveling for one’s personal pleasure, but there are ways in order for you to not feel as constrained as you are in a normal office environment. Because, well, let’s face it — it’s difficult enough to find yourself in an environment other than your home and traveling can be lonely. Also, it can be a daunting task to find accommodations that are practical. Staying in a hotel for over a couple of days can get extremely expensive really quickly.
Enter corporate housing, or more commonly referred to as “short-term renting”. These apartments almost always come fully furnished and are perfect for people who need a place to stay for a few weeks to a few months. It doesn’t matter what your purpose is, whether you’re trying to integrate into a new area because of work, or you’re there to study, or you’re covering a big story. There are a few factors that have to be considered in order to make your stay as comfortable and as fruitful as possible.
Distance
This is a factor that’s often overlooked for the sole reason that “it’s just a short-term thing”. Never underestimate the value of convenience as it can save you a lot of time, money, and most importantly, energy. For this, you need to consider several factors such as distance to the workplace, supermarket, schools and recreational areas. If things are easier to get to, you have more time to spend resting, working, or even having a bit of fun.
Home Features
Once again putting an emphasis on convenience, having on-site access to things like a dryer, extra bathrooms, or a parking lot can definitely make your stay much more tolerable and even comfortable. Sometimes your choices are limited and you simply can’t get the closest apartment to town, so you’re likely going to opt for the second-best thing, which is a home that’s feature-packed. The more self-sustaining your place is, the better.
Security
This factor encompasses the neighborhood as a whole, including the presence of security guards, and the closeness to a police station, fire station, hospital, or all three. The primary function of a home is to provide shelter and protection, whether it’s from the weather or ill-intent from other people. Some modern homes even come equipped with smart security features that are directly linked to your smart home system.
The Contract
While this may come as a standard practice, you’ll be surprised at how many people actually fail to go over their lease contracts properly, only to be disappointed when they find that there’s something in the contract that they aren’t agreeable to. Avoid any ill feelings between you and your lessor by making sure that the terms — both yours and your lessor’s — are clear.
