So, I'm trying not to be Ms. Negative, but I'm currently unable to detach, so here I am: I'm irritated and fucking pissed. Why you may ask? Well, that would be because I don't know if I can get into a damn house. Yes, this is quite the problem. Remember, we (4 adults) are crammed into a 1 bedroom apartment right now...that's right, it isn't a type...4 adults and ONE bedroom! I'm sleeping on a fucking air mattress...in the "living room." I'm sharing a bathroom with three super icky and dirty boys! (Okay, maybe two, but Brandon does have his moments. I swear his brothers are rubbing off on him. He wasn't like this at my house.)
Now onto the real problem. I really loved this house, and I finally got called back. But here's the problem: I'm probably the only person who would qualify by the strict rental rules in this state. Well, maybe it's all states, but it is at least all of the property management places I find here. You have to make 3 times the rent to qualify, pass a credit check and a previous rental history check. Herein lies the problem: I'm the only one to pass the money check. I would probably pass the credit check, I've never defaulted or anything, but I'm sure my debt to income ratio isn't so awesome. As for the rental history, I really don't have one. I just lived out of my Mom's for the first time really last year, but I rented from within my friends house. They signed the lease, and I sure as hell wasn't because they aren't the most financially sound. They choose to not pay bills; it's weird, but I chose to help them out and get the house they wanted. However, I wasn't on the lease, so technically I don't have any rental history. I'm totally fucked. I think Brandon and I are going to end up in our own apartment, which isn't horrible, but I really don't want to be in an apartment. I'm just super bummed.
As for the credit thing, Brandon is the 2nd of 5 boys. Boys #1 and #4 currently reside with me. #1 is SUPER lazy. He admits it, but it's frustrating, because now we're all paying the price...me and Brandon the most. Here's a quick story: Brandon is deploying to Iraq, but has a dirt bike he bought months earlier. #1 says that he'll just take over payments, and pays like 1 or 2 payments in 18 months! Now, B's credit is screwed, and #1's, too, because he bought a bike for his then girlfriend, and they broke up and he never paid one single bill...in 2 years! Oh...and we all have to sign the paperwork and it just won't work for one of us, because we are all living there. As for #4, he's probably okay credit wise, but really doesn't have any because he's 19.
So, now, as if I don't have enough on my mind, now I have to decide to settle with an apartment or find some poor kind soul who is renting on their own not through a property management company. Fuck me! It may be a blessing in disguise to be alone with Brandon, but I'm bummed to be in an "apartment." Oh well. It'll work out. Just pray I can find a fucking apartment now...I suppose. Ugh...I'm officially sad.
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Waitaminnit. Are your brothers-in-law living with you in your new place too? Cause that would tip me over the edge into some sort of bloodthirsty kill frenzy.
This story is almost as good as Brandon's...ha...but Brandon's had sound effects. I'm sorry darling. You will overcome...I swear. I didn't know that the brothers were going to be living with you. To be honest, I think it will be better for you guys to be without them...too much stress you don't need. Seriously, you shouldn't have to worry about their bullshit...you have enough on your plate. If God gives you an apartment, it will be the best one. They're a great place to meet people...and you'll have a pool and a weight room (generally) and your utility bill will be WAY cheaper. I'm trying to be Ms. Optimist (as opposed to my regular personality, Negative Nancy, from Saturday's past). Love you!
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