Since most people probably don’t know too much about corporate housing or what it entails, it makes sense that someone who’s looking for corporate housing for the first time might have some questions about the process.

For those not in the know, corporate housing is a rental that’s a cross between a hotel and an apartment– leaning more toward an apartment. It’s a shorter-term rental than most apartments, since people typically rent units for less than a year, but it has more amenities and is designed to be larger, more comforting, and more “homey” than a hotel room. Corporate housing is most frequently utilized by people traveling for business.

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Reviews aren’t always the absolute most helpful tool in getting a general feel for something, whether it’s a restaurant, apartment building, or corporate housing company. But they can undeniably provide useful knowledge that you might not get anywhere else.

For instance, you might learn about how the property managers treat tenants, how they approach maintenance issues, and how well they maintain the building’s general upkeep. These are important factors when you’re looking to choose a place that will be your home for the next several months.

Leases & Flexibility

One of the main draws of corporate housing is that, unlike a standard rental with a lease, the rental period is flexible, much like that of a hotel.

You should make sure that you’re on the same page as the property manager before settling into a rental, though. If you’re not 100% sure when you’ll be moving out, it’s best to be on the same page with property management about a flexible move-out date– this can help save you time and stress when you’re preparing to head back home at the end of your stay.

Comfort & Design

Spending a single night in a motel room that’s musty and poorly-maintained is unpleasant, but doable– it’s just one night. But corporate housing will be your home away from home for a significant amount of time, and it’s important that you get to tour the unit that you’re looking to stay in (or one that’s very similar to it).

Since corporate housing is fully furnished when you move in, you’ll probably want to make sure that it’s not an eyesore. It helps to check and see if the bed is comfortable, too. These things seem small or frivolous, especially if you’re trying to find a place ASAP, but you won’t regret checking out the details when you’re actually living there.

Amenities

Great amenities might be an added bonus to your corporate housing experience. Some corporate housing properties might include amenities like a pool or gym. Especially if you don’t have an on-site pool in the city where you normally live, this might elevate your corporate housing experience and turn it into something special.

You’ll also want to check on the laundry situation. Most corporate housing will include a washer and dryer in your unit. If not in each unit, there will at least be communal laundry facilities on-site. If you don’t want to deal with going to a laundromat for several months, it’s definitely important to check that you’ll have access to machines on-site!

If you’re looking for corporate housing in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Bentonville, Rogers, or Fayetteville, Arkansas Suites offers beautifully-maintained, comfortable units that will allow you to thoroughly enjoy your time in the area. If you’d like to speak with us about a rental, please call us at 501-221-7829 (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) or send us a message through our website.