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RentalFinder 1.0 is the ultimate platform for students and tenants seeking rental properties in State College. Whether you're Joe the Plumber returning to school or a current student, our user-friendly interface simplifies your search process. With features like property ratings, travel time analysis, and integrated maps, you can easily evaluate potential rentals based on size, amenities, and lease terms. Connect with landlords and past tenants to ensure accountability and make informed decisions. Discover your perfect place to live seamlessly!
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RentalFinder 1.0 Ben Saxey, Claire Steiner, Cory Stubbs, Harrison Forbes, Chelsea Gilliam
Meet Joe • Joe the Plumber decided to go back to school and needs a place to live. • Joe had a good idea of where he wanted to live based on an ad on the internet. 1000 square feet, a pool, a nice exercise room and great amenities.
But on the Inside….. • When he arrived he found out his room looked like this
Solution • Ratings by previous tenants and landlords • Spatial components • Travel time • Adjacent locations • Make landlords accountable • Simplify search process
RF Goals • Network = accountability • Facilitate the lease process • Satisfy users • Collect data from past users
RF Scope • State College • Expansion
Joe Is… • Anyone (students) looking for a rental property in State College • Past and Present tenants of rental properties in State College • Landlords of rental properties in State College
User Interface • Tutorial video/rollover help boxes • Search • Input & Check boxes • Sliders • Advanced search • Map • Standard Google Map controls • Check boxes to turn on off layers
Joe’s RF1.0 Search Criteria • Prices & Fees • Travel Time/ distance • Points of Interest (Campus, Stores, Restaurants/ bars…) • Quality • Size (# of rooms & roommates) • Lease terms • Amenities & Parking • Landlord & Property Reviews • Pets
Supported Web Browsers • Internet Explorer 9+ • Firefox 4.0+ • Chrome 1.0+ • Mobile browsers
Architecture • Accessible with desktops/laptops & mobile devices • Connects to platforms such as Google Maps, CATA bus routes, and Yelp • Allow users to connect each other through message boards
Safety & Security • Back-ups • User anonymity
Questions? • As potential users, we want your feedback! • How can we make this more suited to you? • Scope • Interface • Use Cases