How do I find a place to live in United States?
We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered...
"The best way to find a place to live in the United States is to research online. You can look up areas of interest, average rental costs, and any amenities or attractions that you may be looking for. You can use websites such as Craigslist, Zillow, and Apartments.com to compare rentals in different cities or neighborhoods. Additionally, you can talk to family and friends, who may have lived in the area you are considering. Local real estate agents can provide helpful information about neighborhoods, rental costs, and availability," remarked another expat in United States.
"Came and stayed for a month touring island. Last 3 days found the part we liked, so came back down and rented a condo there for 2 weeks. Arranged finances online and came down 3rd time to sign and move in," said a member in Palmas Del Mar Humacao , United States.

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.