Do your research on the options

8. Look out for scams! It is natural to find some scammers trying to make a quick buck around the rental property space. Be cautious when inquiring about apartments, and giving out personal information before verifying the details of the landlord or broker. Make sure you do not make any upfront payments without receiving official receipts for the same. While signing the agreement, read it thoroughly and ask questions if something is not clear. In addition, read up on the legalities of rental contracts before you sign the agreement. Make sure you don’t end up paying any deposit before acquiring all the proper paperwork to back it up. Make an informed decision, and as always, remember that if it seems too good to be true, then it probably is.

9. Go with the flow Check out the respective websites while looking for accommodation abroad. It can be pretty difficult to find something that checks all your boxes and fits your preferences, so you might need to be a bit flexible. If you are unable to find something on the first go, do not give up. There’s someplace out there for everyone in the world. You can always check out websites like Uniplaces, or Amberstudent, or Nestpick for checking out various options. Remember that the early bird gets the worm, as housing options for students tend to get booked up super quickly.