And the search is on..
By snowy
@snowy22315 (179715)
United States
September 3, 2017 11:01am CST
So, as I mentioned, my long term housemate well actually he was a tenant, moved out with no notice. I could have killed him..it was not fair at all, but anyway, so I have posted ads and am looking again. I did get two contacts this morning but as usual.no follow up..I remember this happening a bit before, people who don't really know where this area is..think they want to live here, when it is not practical at all. I remember one time someone called who was working in MD...not close to here at all! At the same time, I don't really want to add a map online..because I don't want just anyone to know how to get to my house..Not a safe idea if you ask me.. One person called from a local area code..but hasn't followed up. Sigh! I just want a short term renter to help defray expenses..and add a bit of extra income. before I put the house on the market. Have you ever rented a room, if so, where did you advertise?
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@Marilynda1225 (82582)
• United States
3 Sep 17
I haven't ever rented a room but you're wise to be careful who you choose to be a roommate
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
Well, yes, of course! Preferably someone who pays, and isn't a serial killer or rapist.
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@Courtlynn (67086)
• United States
3 Sep 17
Honedtly, i dont think its safe at all to just let anyone in. But i wish you luck !
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
Obviously, I don't do that! I screen everyone as much as I can.
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
@Courtlynn I hear ya..but most people are decent..when you are older you develop more of a sense of people. Also, I am more inclined to rent to a female this time around if possible.
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@Courtlynn (67086)
• United States
3 Sep 17
@snowy22315 oh I'm sure. I just personally wouldnt let anyone i didnt actually know live in my place. Too many creeps who seem normal at first
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
Yeah, actually someone called this morning who sounded nice, and wanted to look at the room..but not sure the commute would work..not into bringing "tourists" in.
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@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
4 Sep 17
i hope he did not leave behind any debts.
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
4 Sep 17
When he knew he was leaving he should have paid for a full month, and then left..that is not how it happened..He made me quite angry..
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@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
4 Sep 17
@snowy22315 that was wrong. i hope you get a better renter.
@AbbyGreenhill (45494)
• United States
3 Sep 17
No strangers in my husband, my husband is strange enough! Good luck.
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
lol, but you get along with him, that's all that matters! lol
@AbbyGreenhill (45494)
• United States
4 Sep 17
@snowy22315 99 percent of the time for sure!
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@JamesHxstatic (29413)
• Eugene, Oregon
3 Sep 17
I have not but it is best to be cautious I'm sure.
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
The one I had before wasn't that bad..Not ideal, but the extra cash helped out tremendously.
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
Yeah, it would be nice to live somewhere else and rent this in the summer but not in the cards now.
@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
3 Sep 17
No I have not, I am not so sure I could stand someone else living here, its hard enough with Tony and he is kin folks and I have known him forever, he does pay me so I know what you mean about making it a little easier.
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@snowy22315 (179715)
• United States
3 Sep 17
Yeah, actually it makes it a lot easier..and this being in the wilds so to speak..it is nice to have someone to talk to on a regular basis. He was really good mechanically too, and I am not so it was helpful from that perspective.
@fishtiger58 (29820)
• Momence, Illinois
3 Sep 17
no I wish I could help with some suggestions but I have never rented a room
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