I rent everything from small residential parcels up through full sims. If you are looking to set up your first home in SL have a look at my offerings. I am happy to answer questions and get my renters all settled in!
I am even offering a move-in special for people who rent in my residential sims between now and the 14th - pay the buy in and first month's rent and get two weeks free!
Many have a house provided so that you can simply move in and furnish to suit your taste, without having to figure out how to rez a house and terraform the land, and so you know what you are getting from the start. All parcels can come without the house for those ready to take the plunge.
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To rent, PLEASE READ THE LAND COVENANT (IN ABOUT LAND), if the terms are acceptable then pay the first month's rent to the rental box, then buy the land and you are set to go. Once you own the parcel, deed it to your group and then you are able to set your own media streams, who can build on your land, etc. Ban lines are NOT allowed, however I can help you with an inhouse security system.
About parcel purchase fee - each residential parcel has a small cost to purchase - 1000 Lindens. This is a one time set up fee for renters, and is transferable if later you move to another parcel in the Velvet Estates holdings. It takes me time to get each tenant set up in the rental system, to terraform the land, to add the house if there is one. This one time fee helps me to cover my time while keeping overall rents low.
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About the Landlady and main contact for Velvet Estates: StarSong Bright
I have been in SL since January 2007 and have owned land and rented it out for most of that time. I run a successful social venue Velvet Thorn and have an excellent reputation in SL. I am online way too much and can generally respond immediately to any issues that arise.