Simple. Clear. No Runaround.
Here is exactly how Fresh Start Locators works — from your first call to the day you get your keys.
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1-833-446-6348
Choose Your Path
Apartment Locating
Submit Request
Tell us your budget, city, bedrooms, and move-in date by phone or online form.
We Search
Our licensed locators search our Texas network for available apartments that match your needs.
We Present Options
Within 24 to 48 hours you receive a curated list with pricing, availability, and move-in specials.
You Tour and Sign
We coordinate your tours with the properties. You choose your favorite and sign your lease.
Second Chance Leasing
Tell Us Your History
Be honest with us about evictions, broken leases, credit, or background. We do not judge. We plan.
We Match You
We identify Texas communities most likely to approve your specific situation based on our experience.
We Introduce You
We present you professionally to the property, highlighting income stability and your willingness to be a great tenant.
You Move In
Once approved, we help you understand your lease and stay available throughout the process.
First Time Buyer Program
Free Consultation
We review your income, credit, savings, and goals to see where you stand and what programs you may qualify for.
Program Matching
We identify which Texas first time buyer programs fit your profile and estimate your assistance amount.
Lender Introduction
We connect you with approved lenders who work with your program. Pre-approval typically takes 1 to 3 days.
Home Search
Once pre-approved, we show you properties in your budget across your preferred Texas market.
Closing Day
We guide you through the offer, inspection, and closing process. We stay available for questions after the sale.
What to Expect From Our Team
Response Within 24 Hours
Every inquiry — phone, form, or email — gets a response from a real person within one business day.
Honest Assessments
We tell you which properties are realistic for your situation and which ones are a stretch. You deserve the full picture.
No Pressure
We do not push you toward any specific property. Our job is to find what works for you, not to fill a quota.
We Stay With You
We do not disappear after we make the introduction. We follow up with you and the property until you have your keys in hand.
How Long Does It Take?
Apartment Locating
Typical timeline: 3 to 7 days from search request to move-in approval
Fastest case: 24 to 48 hours
Second Chance Leasing
Typical timeline: 5 to 14 days depending on background complexity
Some situations take longer — we will always tell you upfront
First Time Buyer Program
Typical timeline: 30 to 60 days from consultation to closing
Depends on: Depends on: Loan type, program, and market conditions
Common Questions
Apartment locating is always 100% free to renters. We are paid by the apartment community when you sign a lease. First time buyer representation fees are disclosed during your consultation.