I've been searching for an apartment for the last two and a half months, and it's been a challenging road. I was bombarded with scams throughout, many of which made me question the sanity of the scam creators. Who would believe "I have a gorgeous apartment three times the size of most City Centre places, and it can be yours for just 350 Euro a month! All you have to do is wire me a 1000 Euro deposit to my Nigerian bank account. Easy!" Yeah, puh-lease! I may be blonde, but I'm not THAT blonde. No thanks, creeper!
Over a month ago, I thought I had found THE ONE. It wasn't the best location walking-to-school-wise, but it was modern, in my budget, and pretty. I was thinking about putting a deposit down when I started worry about my loans. It looked like they may not come through for the 2010/2011 academic year, so I panicked and pulled out of the apartment. It was in a sought-after student development, so they disappeared quickly and my chance at it was gone.
So, I slogged through more scams. Found another promising one, but it was rented to a girl who could move in immediately. Being overseas was such a daunting barrier!
Finally, one came through that seemed perfect: 15 minutes walk to school, in the heart of City Centre, my own bedroom and half bath, and the sweetest, most amazing roommate. And the BIG news..
I SIGNED A TENANCY AGREEMENT TODAY!!
Which means I've wrapped up all the loose ends. I have a plane ticket, I have a place to live, I have a passport, I am ready to go. All that's left are the details (lots of them, that's for sure). I'm so excited.
I had to share this news :]] I'll post pictures first thing when I get to my new place. Promise!
Hugs,
shawna
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