The Hunt Begins

I spent most of my day on Monday recovering from jet lag, but managed to sneak out to see a couple of apartments. It was a very disappointing day. The first apartment I saw was way below my standards. Although, what was more disappointing was that it was one of the apartment complexes I had set higher hopes for.

Later in the afternoon, however, my hopes were restored when I saw another apartment in the same complex. It was well decorated with upgraded flooring and well maintained. I doubt that I'll get that one, though. The landlord is looking for a 1-year lease and there were a bunch of other people looking at it while I was there. I wouldn't have much bargaining position.

I've got an appointment to see two other apartments later this week. I've got my hopes set high for a Wednesday evening appointment. That landlord is looking specifically for a 6-month lease.

The one thing that I've noticed as a drawback so far was the lack of TV's in the furnished apartments. I may have to buy more things than I thought while I'm over here. So much to learn about the Irish housing market so little time.

Now it's time to re-engage myself in the project that they're paying me to work on.