In Mexico, women have a growing presence in the rental and purchase of real estate. The National Housing Survey (ENVI) of 2020, recorded that at the national level, private homes inhabited by their owners are 41.5%.

Platforms such as Aptuno have recorded that of the people who rent housing, women represent 53%. 

Is important to be realistic and know very well how much money you have month after month to cover all expenses on your own.

Most rental apartments ask for a month's deposit and the payment of a legal investigation before handing over the keys, while others request the payment of a policy if you do not have a guarantee.

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In terms of economics, we must consider not only the monthly rent but all services such as electricity, water and gas, building maintenance, internet, cable and unforeseen events.

Other elements when choosing an apartment to live alone is security. Checking the best areas to live, the neighborhoods with the lowest crime rates, as well as the proximity to work and public transport, supermarkets and doctors, is essential.

It is recommended that your new home is close to a trusted person who you can turn to in an emergency, since women prioritize the issue of security over the price of rent or the area.

“It is recommended to visit the colony a couple of times and by transport. As a woman we have to take extreme measures and the options become more expensive if we look for a building with a doorman or controlled access with surveillance cameras,” added Cristina Palacios, Director of Operations at Aptuno.

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It is also recommended to equip the apartment with devices such as electronic keys, facial recognition cameras and motion sensors. Contract

Before signing the contract, read and review it several times. If you feel insecure or in doubt, seek the advice of a real estate professional.

This way you make sure that the contract is well written, complies with the law and you can solve any problem with your residence.

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