Columbia 1480 Washington Dc

Question 1

Is there a laundry room?

Answer

Yes, every house has a laundry room with washing machines and dryers. The number of laundry appliances depends on the number of housemates. And yes, the use of the laundry room is included in your lease, no extra cost.

Question 2

How many people are living in each house?

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Depending on the size of each PMGs house, they have anywhere from 3 to 24 rooms. You can find more information on their houses page.

Question 3

Is there a private toilet in my room?

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The PMGs houses have a range of different room setups depending on the room you are interested in. For more information, take a look at their virtual tour or check with their Community Manager during your call.

Question 4

What are the services that are included in my monthly rent?

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At PMGs , they’re all about their community. That’s why they believe it’s so important to offer a bunch of complimentary services! To name a few: A monthly breakfast delivered to your door to enjoy with your housemates Common supplies delivered each month such as toilet paper, garbage bags, paper towels, coffee, salt and pepper, hand soap, dishwasher tablets… the list goes on Monthly community events organized by their team for their members Once a week, their team cleans all the common areas of your house. On-call house maintenance as they care about you and about their houses. If you have an incident or something isn’t working well, just report it via the PMG's mobile app. Their team will fix it asap! Fully-furnished home with basic WiFi and Netflix, and all utilities (water, gas, electricity, …). Everything at your fingertips, via their PMGs mobile app, you’ll be able to open your door, create an event, report an incident, chat with the other PMGs members, and much more! A Welcome pack: As a new member of the PMGs family, you deserve a little welcome gift! You will find it in your bedroom on your move-in day. All details are on the pricing page.

Question 5

Why are there no locks on the individual bedrooms in the NY homes?

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It is a measure imposed by the New York Housing Department policy that prevents residential properties, like PMGs, from installing bedroom door locks for fire safety purposes. However, as explained in their golden rules, they provide safe and secure common spaces through trust and mutual respect of their community. These elements are key and part of their community's success.

Question 6

What is included in my bedroom?

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Theirr rooms are fully furnished, equipped, and have almost everything you need. they say almost because the only things they don't provide are a blanket, sheets, and a pillow, so don't forget to bring yours. Unless you're moving to Paris where the blanket is provided for you. Prefer to travel light? You will have the option to subscribe to their Bedding Pack before moving in via the PMGs app; they'll take care of these for you.

Question 7

How do I reserve a spot?

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Your room is secured after you complete these important steps which can be found in the Lobby: Call the Community Manager Submit required documents Secure room via the prebooking or booking page Sign the lease pay the deposit + first month's rent Pay the application fee and you're good to go!

Question 8

How do I deal with any issues during my stay?

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Every member gets access to their dedicated PMGs app. Within the application, you will be able to report an incident or add a wish for your house.

Question 9

Can I terminate my lease before the end date?

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You can request to terminate your lease via the PMGs app and send them an email. This is completely subject to their lease terms, but they try to be as flexible as possible.

Question 10

What are the sizes of the rooms?

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The size of the room depends on the room type. Their private rooms are about 14 m²/ 150 sq. The other rooms vary from about 7 m²/80 sq for the smallest and about 30 m²/325 sq for the largest. You can see the exact size of the private rooms in the virtual tour after applying online.

Question 11

May I register my PMGs address as my legal residency?

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Yes, they encourage members to officially establish themselves at the beginning of their stay. You will find more information about this in the PMGs app.

Question 12

Can I receive mail at the PMGs house?

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Yes, of course. You just have to send your mail to your PMGs address. You can also write your name on the board near the front door.

Question 13

Can I make changes to my bedroom?

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You can do pretty much what you want in your room as long as you do not damage the walls, floors, or other surfaces and return your bedroom to the state in which you found it.

Question 14

Can I cancel my contract prior to the move-in?

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You have the possibility to cancel your stay 15 days after the signature of your lease. It is not possible to cancel after entering the house even if it is before the 15 days notice. Beyond this deadline, they will be obliged to charge you a cancellation fee equivalent to 2 months’ rent.

Question 15

With how many people will I share my bathroom?

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If you opt for a room with no private bathroom, you will share it with two other members maximum and have your own storage space for your hygiene products. The bathroom will be cleaned by their cleaning team every week.

Question 16

Is it possible to move from one house to another?

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Yes, as long as there is a free room. In addition, you have priority over people not yet in the PMGs network. You can apply for a new room directly through the PMGs app.

Question 17

How sustainable is coliving?

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As the world moves towards a carbon-neutral future, sustainability is the core of what they do. Among other things, a large majority of their houses have solar panels, sustainable appliances, and a rainwater harvesting system. Most of their furniture is bought on the second-hand market, giving them a second life. they have a strong focus on energy cost reduction, thanks to dedicated tools in every home. Read more here!

Question 18

Can I smoke in a PMGs house?

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No, their houses are smoke-free.

Question 19

Can couples stay at PMGs ?

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Depending on the house and room type, two people can stay in one room at PMGs . However, there is a limited amount of options for couples.

Question 20

Are pets allowed?

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Even though they love animals, pets are not allowed due to hygienic reasons and for their members who may be allergic.

Question 21

What is coliving? Who is it for?

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Coliving is a form of housing where residents share a living space as well as a set of interests, values, and intentions. Coliving is sustainable and promotes openness and collaboration, social networking, and the sharing economy. Located in cities across the world, PMGs offers a range of beautiful places that feel just like home. Their houses are composed of private bedrooms and fully furnished shared common spaces. Anyone can apply!

Question 22

Is there parking?

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Their houses almost always have ample storage space for bicycles. As they promote alternative mobility, they rarely have parking for cars but there are many public or private parking garages near their houses.

Question 23

What are the different bedroom types?

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Theirr standard bedrooms have a queen-sized bed (140x200), a desk with chair, a bedside table with lamp, a custom-built closet, and private storage. they have a diverse range of bedroom types including: Essential (Shared bathroom) Essential+ (Private sink & shared bathroom) Classic (Private bathroom including sink + shower) Classic+ (Private bathroom including sink, shower, and toilet) Affinity (Couple + Private bathroom including sink, shower, and toilet) Affinity+ (Couple + extra bed + Private bathroom including sink, shower, and toilet) Solidarity (Reduced rent price)

Question 24

Why are there no addresses on the website?

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For the security of their members and neighbors, they prefer not to reveal the exact address of their houses. However, you can check the approximate location on the house page. Don’t worry, they will send you the address when you receive the link to your virtual tour.

Question 25

What kind of security does PMGs have?

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Most of the PMGs houses in Belgium are equipped with Salto Smart-lock security systems. On top of that, they also use a Ring security system to keep the main entrance safe. You will have the ability to unlock/lock your room via the PMGs app. For privacy reasons, they do not access or transfer data, unless you give them your explicit permission (for example, if they ever have to track suspicious activity around the house).

Question 26

What is the PMGs app?

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The PMGs app is designed to accompany you throughout your stay, and make things as flexible and simple as possible. From day one, the app will help transition into community life and allow you to access all the necessary services and information during your stay. You can use it to plan your move-in and move-out, check your rent balance, RSVP to PMGs events, access smart home technology, submit and track maintenance requests, and access important house information. The app is downloadable from the Apple App Store and the Android Play Store.

Question 27

What is included in the rent?

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Beyond living and connecting with an open-minded community, your rent includes: Basic supplies, monthly breakfast, a fully-furnished bedroom with a private or shared bathroom, spacious and well-decorated common areas, a tech-friendly environment (access to their mobile application, WiFi, Netflix, etc.), all utility costs (electricity, water, heating, insurance, etc.), weekly cleaning of the shared spaces, monthly events, and best of all, new friends!

Question 28

What common areas are included in the houses?

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Every house has its own designed shared spaces. You’ll always find a fully-equipped kitchen, a living room, and a laundry room. Most of their houses also have a garden or terrace, a gym, a cinema room and, with a bit of luck, sometimes a poker room or sauna!

Question 29

Is there a curfew?

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They don’t impose any strict curfew on their homes, but they count on their members to respect the tenants and neighbors. They have a quiet hours policy starting at 10 pm during the week and 10:30 pm on weekend nights.

Question 30

How do I know that a room is available for my stay?

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Their availability depends on their occupancy rate, but also on the type of room you are looking for, the neighborhood, and other preferences. They have many houses under renovation, so they have a large number of rooms that are opening very soon. After your call with one of their Community Managers, they will send you their availability based on the type of room you're looking for. If you want to secure your room, don’t dawdle! It's "first come, first serve" at PMGs .

Question 31

Do you provide extra services?

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In addition to the accommodation provided, every member has access to a monthly subscription that handles extra benefits like a bedding pack. These services are not included in the monthly rent. You can subscribe to extra services by purchasing packs in the PMGs app. After that, they will take care of everything.

Question 32

Can children stay at PMGs ?

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No, they unfortunately do not admit children in their homes.

Question 33

Can I invite a friend to stay with me?

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Yes, for a period of about 7 days per month and as long as your housemates agree with it. Use your discretion - they like to be flexible, but guests cannot pose a disturbance to your other housemates. If they are cool with it, they are. Once in a house, the Ambassador will be your reference person.

Question 34

What kind of events are organized at PMGs ?

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Every month, a great variety of events are organized for or by members - yoga classes, the PMGs Retreat, workshops, after-work drinks, or simply a pleasant dinner. Every month, they deliver breakfast to every home to make sure their members can spend some time together.

Question 35

Who makes up the PMGs community?

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Their members are usually between 21 and 35 years old and come from all around the world, from the Northern lights of Finland to the sunny beaches of Australia. They are curious and open-minded, looking for opportunities to connect and learn new things. Most of them are already professionally active and have extremely diverse career backgrounds (health, consulting, finance, digital …) or are actively pursuing higher education and internships. Their community values are: be open, keep learning, think green, stay foolish, lend a hand, and be respectful. You can discover more on their Community page.

Question 36

What’s a PMGs Ambassador?

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A PMGs Ambassador is a peer-elected member who wants to be more involved in the community and is in charge of welcoming new housemates and giving their team feedback about their experience! Each house has at least one ambassador and they are all part of an amazing community. They participate in ambassador events and have first access to certain events and a first look at upcoming projects + initiatives.

Question 37

Why do I need to have a call before booking my room?

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The community aspect is a huge part of the PMGs experience, and they prioritize how each and every member will fit into the house they join. With this in mind, the call helps them ensure they find you the best house for your preferences and personality, and that your time at PMGs will be the best possible.

Question 38

What type of documents are requested?

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During the application process, they will ask you to upload the required documents to conduct the background check. These may include but are not limited to: government ID, bank statements, employment/student status, tax returns, personal guarantors, etc. After the reception of these documents, they will review them and respond within 24 hours. Once approved, you will receive an agreement to sign electronically (super easy), and an online invoice to pay upfront. After signing and payments, you will officially be a PMGs member!

Question 39

What is the Lobby and how do I use it?

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The Lobby is your personal space to complete your booking and become a PMGs member. You can use it to book a call with a Community member, upload documents, browse room proposals, sign a digital lease, and update your user profile.

Question 40

What are the payment methods?

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You can either make a wire transfer or use direct debit payment options.

Question 41

If I apply on the website do I have to pay immediately?

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No. After you submit an application and your preferences, you’ll gain access to the lobby where you can chat with their Community team, check room proposals, and complete your booking.

Question 42

How to be sure my room is booked? At what moment is my room reserved?

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Your room is not booked until you have gone through all the steps in the Lobby, signed a digital lease with PMGs , and submitted your deposit.

Question 43

How much does a room cost?

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Their coliving spaces are all-inclusive, meaning that the price you see is the price you pay. The pricing per room depends on the city you want to live in and your personal preferences. Learn more here.

Question 44

How much is the deposit?

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On top of the monthly rent, they ask for a 1 or 2-month deposit which they return to you once you move out.

Question 45

How do I upload documents?

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In the Lobby, you can upload the necessary documents to save time and secure your room faster. This step is mandatory for signing your lease.

Question 46

How long does the application process take?

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The application process is easy. You just have to complete the application form and book your call with their community manager. It takes a little more than 3 minutes. It is possible that you will have to wait a few days before having your call. Then you will have the background check and virtual tour, but all that happens on your end. You can complete it while chilling comfortably on your couch, at your own pace.

Question 47

How long do I have to reserve a bedroom from the proposals sent to me?

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They do their best to send you houses that are the best fit for your personality and preferences. However, these options may also be sent to another member so act fast.

Question 48

How do I book a room?

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They are glad that you are interested in joining their community! The first step is to apply online to verify their room availability. If they have a room available at your desired date, you'll be able to book a quick call with their Community Manager to help you find the best fit within their network. After arranging details about your stay (location, room type preference, etc.) they will ask you to send them the required documents in order to verify your identity and solvency. Then you can visit your house (virtually or in real life after a prebooking) and sign your lease online. After you pay the deposit, first month's rent, and the application fee, your room is officially booked!

Question 49

How do I access the Lobby?

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Once you have filled out and submitted an application, you will receive a link via email to access your personal Lobby.

Question 50

Can I visit the house before signing a lease?

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If it's a pre booking, they can invite you for a tour before you sign your lease. Otherwise, you cannot visit before joining the house, but thanks to their virtual tours you will be able to discover all the common spaces of the house. They have a virtual house tour with pictures and a video tour. The video will give you a very good overview of all the rooms in the house. And if you have specific questions, their Community Manager will be happy to answer them for you.

Question 51

Can I cancel or reschedule my call?

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Of course! Feel free to do so in the Lobby.

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