2. Just as business practices
differ around the globe, so do
property rental procedures.
3. Residents from other countries may
not be familiar with the accepted
practices and procedures in the
United States.
4. People will behave based on their native cultural
backgrounds and preferences, just as you
would. These culturally based behaviors can
have in impact on your leasing workplace.
10. Renters who make these
sorts of requests are not
doing so to be difficult:
Desires and beliefs like
these are deeply rooted in
their cultural background.
11. For example, in China the number four
is considered unlucky because when
spoken, it sounds similar to the
word for death. Hence, Chinese
renters won’t want a unit that includes
the number four.
12. If you think that’s odd,
consider our own superstitions
here in the United States:
Most buildings
don’t have a 13th
floor.
14. Before showing units to any potential
renters, it’s a good idea (and prudent legal
practice) to ask if they have any special
needs or requirements.
By asking everyone, you will not stumble
into issues of stereotyping or run afoul of the
Fair Housing Act.
16. Have floor plans of the apartment available, with
the geographic orientation marked on it.
Here’s the
perfect time to
make use of
the compass
app on your
smartphone!
17. If renters inquire about where other
families of their culture live, explain
that the law prevents you from
disclosing information about other
residents.
18. Review all policies and leasing
procedures in detail, pointing out due
dates for rent, late fee deadlines, and
other points that
we may take for granted.
20. Be mindful of the
language you use in
communicating with
multicultural renters.
Compound words and
idioms that we use
every day can be
challenging for non-
native English
speakers.
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