Extended stay rentals and corporate housing is a common process used by companies of all sizes, as well as individual contractors and agents. As corporate housing providers, we at AHI get a lot of questions about what the corporate housing process looks like, so we wanted to answer 5 more FAQs we hear. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for below, contact our team to ask your question directly, and we’ll be happy to help! To view the places where we provide corporate housing throughout the country, hover and view the dropdown menu above.
1. How does corporate housing work for an insurance claim after a house fire, flood, or other displacement?
If your home is temporarily uninhabitable due to a covered loss, most homeowners’ and renters’ insurance policies include “Additional Living Expenses” (ALE) or “Loss of Use” coverage that pays for temporary housing while your home is repaired. AHI Corporate Housing works directly with policyholders, adjusters, and third-party administrators to place displaced families quickly, often within a day or two of the loss.
We can bill your insurance provider or claims adjuster directly with prior approval, and because our apartments are fully furnished and all-inclusive, families don’t need to buy furniture or set up utilities during an already stressful time. Stays can run from 30 days to several months, depending on the repair timeline, and we’ll work with your adjuster to extend as needed.
2. Can AHI Corporate Housing book multiple apartments at once for a crew, team, or group of relocating employees?
Yes. AHI regularly places groups ranging from a handful of employees to large traveling workforces, such as oil and gas crews, construction teams, traveling healthcare staff, or entire relocating departments. We can coordinate multiple units within the same community (or across several properties in a market) so your team stays close together, and we offer consolidated billing so your company receives one invoice instead of separate charges per employee.
Our team acts as a single point of contact for scheduling move-ins, staggering lease dates, and managing any mid-stay changes, which is especially helpful for HR departments and relocation companies managing housing for many people at once.
3. Is corporate housing tax-deductible, and how does per diem reimbursement work?
Corporate housing costs may be deductible or reimbursable as a business travel expense when the stay is for work purposes, though the specifics depend on IRS rules, your company’s policy, and how long the assignment lasts, so we always recommend confirming details with a tax professional or your employer’s finance department.
Many of AHI’s corporate, military, and government clients use per diem or lodging allowances to cover the cost, and because our daily rate is all-inclusive of rent, utilities, and furnishings, it’s easy to match against a per diem amount without worrying about surprise add-on costs. AHI can also provide detailed invoices and documentation to support expense reports or reimbursement claims.
4. What is the step-by-step process for booking a corporate apartment with AHI?
Booking typically starts with a quick call or online request where you share your destination city, move-in date, length of stay, and any specific needs like pet accommodations or number of bedrooms. An AHI housing consultant then matches you with available properties in that market based on your budget and preferences, often the same day.
Once you select a property, AHI handles the lease paperwork, coordinates your move-in date with the community, and completes a 164-point inspection before you arrive to make sure everything is ready. On move-in day, you show up with your clothes and personal items. From there, AHI’s team remains your point of contact for the length of your stay, including any maintenance issues, billing questions, or lease extensions.
5. What utilities and internet/WiFi are included in an AHI furnished apartment, and how fast is the connection?
AHI’s all-inclusive rate covers electricity, water, trash, and standard cable or satellite service where available, along with complimentary high-speed WiFi and a hardwired internet connection, so there’s no need to set up separate utility accounts or wait for an installation appointment. Internet speeds vary by property and provider, but our apartments are set up to comfortably support remote work, video calls, and streaming, which is why AHI is a common choice for IT consultants and other remote or hybrid professionals on temporary assignment.
If you need service upgrades, such as premium channel packages or a business-grade connection, those can typically be added for an extra charge; just let your housing consultant know when you book.