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My mom and I are trying to relocate to Georgia. She just retired 2 weeks ago. She wants to get a new job in a warmer state down south, but none of the apartments will accept her because she doesn't have a job down there yet. I don't live there yet either, I live in a different state as well. But to get a job, people are wanting us to already have a place to live down there. She is only going to get about $500 from her retirement fund and most of the apartments want you to make 2-3 times the rent. Do you all have any suggestions as to what she can do? (link)
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I wish I had a little more info. It sounds like your Mom is retired but you are both planning to look for work? I also am assuming you plan to live together? The reason I'm asking is that your mom might be eligible for housing in retirement communities that you would not be accepted into because of you age. I would go online and look at the classified ads for the towns you have in mind. Many times private landlords are not nearly so strict as rental companies. I would also compile a list of references from former landlords and employers. If you have friends or relatives in Georgia you could enlist their help in trying to locate suitable housing. I was just wondering how you decided on Georgia(wonderful state where I grew up!) I am going to assume you have some idea of the location you are hoping to move to and have a list of perspective employers. You could gather a list of churches from that area as well and see if they might know of an available rental or have any other suggestions for you. It wouldn't hurt to contact the Chamber of Commerce either, sometimes they can be a wonderful source of information. Even if they aren't much help you've made some new friends and acquaintances in the area! You might have to settle for a more expensive rental on a month to month basis until you get settled and find work. I know it will all work out but here's the most important thing you have to do after you get there; eat a bowl of Brunswick stew for me! Good luck!
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These are some great tips. I have actually done a couple. I am going to try the classifieds/private landlords. Thank you.
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