"I still haven't finished the paperwork that will enable me to move abroad, so probably around the beginning of next month, like the 3rd or 4th," the woman said with a smile. "The landlord lives not far from here – a really nice person. The rent here is $500 cheaper than similar places in the neighborhood. It’s a great deal."
Camila thought it over. She was eager to move out of Connor’s place, but this neighborhood was the only one within her budget.
"Why don't you just move next month? It's not that far," Erica understood her concerns.
"I’ll take this place," Camila said to the agent with a smile.
"No problem, I’ll set up a meeting with the landlord right away. Just give me a moment," the agent replied, beaming.
"Would you mind if I check the water and electricity?" John asked the woman.
"Of course," she replied with a gentle smile.
"Thanks," Camila said to John.
She didn’t know much about these things. She hadn't done a proper inspection of her last rental and ended up facing a myriad of issues after moving in.
John inspected everything and confirmed there were no issues.
The agent was efficient and quickly arranged for the landlord to come to the real estate office to sign the contract. The landlord was a woman in her fifties, graceful and always smiling, clearly easy to get along with. She brought the original property deed for them to inspect.
"The lease is double deposit and one month's rent in advance, starting from the 15th of next month. This gives you a few days to move."
"Thank you," Camila said, signing the contract as soon as she verified it was okay.
Camila held the rental contract after leaving the real estate office, feeling incredibly relieved. "Thanks for your effort. Let me treat you to dinner."
"Darling, I'd love to, but I have to go back to the magazine," Erica said, looking regretful.
"No worries, we'll make another plan. Your call," Camila chuckled.
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