Faros is a marketplace that helps renters find furnished apartments and roommates for 1+ month stays. FAQs Who owns the spaces on Faros? Homeowners and property managers list their spaces on Faros. Is Faros safe? Yes! We verify every single host and renter who joins Faros to make sure they’re all legitimate people. Our goal is to keep Faros the safest and most secure place to rent. What is Faros’ role in all of this? We are the technology that connects renters to hosts and properties. We act as your guiding hand throughout the whole renting process. If you have problems with you’re stay, we can help you communicate with your host. How long is an average stay? 4 months. We support any stay 31 days or longer. Is there a fee for using Faros? Yes. The fee is 0.9% of your total monthly rent. Example: If you book an apartment for 4 months at $1,000/month, the fee would be $36. Do I need to sign a lease? Yes. Once a host accepts your booking request, then you need to sign a lease. Your host will provide that to you Who should I reach out to if I have questions or need help? If you booked a Faros space, start by talking with your host. You can also check out our Help Center for answers to many more questions, or email support@gofaros.com Our mission is to empower renters to get out of their comfort zones, form lasting relationships, and live fuller lives. Browse furnished spaces. Seamlessly book and pay. Find housemates. Feel secure. OUR MISSION HOW IT WORKS Nobody likes moving furniture. All Faros hosts’ properties are fully furnished with basic amenities, wifi, and private and shared bedrooms. We make it super simple to book listings, chat with hosts, sign leases, and pay deposits and monthly rent. We streamlined every part of the renting process to save your time. Find compatible housemates and lease apartments together. We’ll even split the rent for you so you can avoid those awkward conversations. Every host on Faros is verified via their government-issued ID, selfie, email address, and phone number. We make sure everybody is real so you don’t have to worry about scams. Read more about us