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bluskers_hi OP t1_ixyoaho wrote

Reply to comment by tormontorcam in New Grad Moving to Cambridge - Have Housing Questions :/ by bluskers_hi

The credit score issue is what concerned me. Luckily, I’ve had US credit since January, as I’ve been on an internship for 8 months in the US already.

Do you think that will be enough for a decent credit score? I’ve heard of paying companies to guarantee your lease - have you heard of these?

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NikkiMowse t1_ixzvda0 wrote

You sound very prepared! Are you coming from a competitive housing market area? I think you’ll be ok with the information you’re getting here! good luck!

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bluskers_hi OP t1_ixzydl8 wrote

How could you tell /s

If you’ve ever lived in or heard of the Toronto housing market - it’s absolutely insanity in availability and pricing.

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NikkiMowse t1_ixzyv7a wrote

yeah I was going to guess it was Toronto. hopefully cambridge proves easier for you!

Edit: make sure your future lease stipulates that the security deposit is held in a bank account accruing interest. it’s the law and is often ignored.

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tormontorcam t1_ixz0b3d wrote

Ya thats probably fine. You're not buying a house, it is just a check to make sure you're OK to rent

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