9/19/24
Avoid at All Costs – Incompetent Management
Do not apply here. Waste of time and money.
My experience with this apartment complex has been nothing short of a nightmare.
Red Flags from the Start: I initially overlooked the warning signs due to my urgent need to find a new place as my lease was ending. Despite being assured by my locator that no appointment was necessary for a tour, I was abruptly told upon arrival that an appointment was required. Never have I been denied an apartment tour. This inconsistency was a glaring indication of... the disorganization and lack of communication within the management team.
Inept and Unresponsive: The application process was a disaster. The website failed multiple times, and despite leaving several voicemails, I received no response. It took several attempts to get someone on the phone, and when I finally did, I was promised a call back that never came. Miraculously, my application finally went through the following day, but the frustration didn’t end there.
Ridiculous Verification Requirements: After submitting my documents, I was initially told that only my tax forms were needed. Given that I earn mostly in cash, my tax returns don’t fully reflect my income, but I was assured this wouldn't be an issue. However, when we followed up regarding my partner’s information, we were given the green light, only to be told later that his employment verification was unacceptable because it was sent from a Yahoo email account. The demand for an HR email from a small business that doesn’t even have an HR department was beyond absurd. I have never had this much trouble with income verification. Bottom line if you and/or your partner make cash do not apply here.
Uninformed and Unhelpful Staff: Dealing with this management team has been the worst experience I've ever had with an apartment complex. The application process dragged on for more than week without any clear communication or resolution. When seeking assistance, I was met with a barrage of “I need to check with my manager” responses, revealing a complete lack of competence and autonomy among the staff. It's clear they are neither trained nor equipped to handle basic inquiries.
Bottom Line: Save yourself the time, money, and headache. This management team is unprofessional, unresponsive, and incompetent. The numerous negative reviews are spot on, and the positive ones seem suspiciously fabricated.
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