Corporate housing is a catch phrase being tossed around in the travel industry right now and relates to renting out a furnished apartment or house on a somewhat temporary basis to individuals, military personnel or corporations. By design these rental arrangements are meant to be an alternative to extended hotel stays. Here are some benefits that can be gained through the utilization of corporate housing arrangements that you may not have considered or known about.

Housing opportunities are sprouting up all over the United States, as apartment developers add this profitable and much-in-demand option to their list of services. Many have realized it’s an ideal lodging method for business travelers and relocating families. As well as government and military assignments, business projects, those with insurance loss, or who have real estate needs. Simply put it’s a great alternative to an extended hotel stay.

Corporate housing is often referred to as furnished apartments or temporary housing and consists of a furnished apartment in a residential neighborhood which comes complete with furniture, house wares, all utilities connected (electricity, gas, water, phone) and sometimes maid services. It’s usually not only a physical space, but a full range of services offered to a client.

This type of housing is usually offered through real estate agencies and other property rental businesses, and is usually more affordable than hotels. Anyone looking for temporary housing for a month or more will find this type of housing the most useful.

Furnished homes are also available for executive relocations and other extended stay assignments requiring temporary housing. This is also a perfect alternative to an extended stay hotel. Corporate housing staples include TV with basic cable (additional channels are optional), fully furnished rooms, including kitchens with microwaves, dishes, basic cookware and silverware, local phone service and even linens.