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nightmare quest for getting a driver's license in Serbia: money + apartment. The couple revealed what is needed to rent property in Amabaren.

nightmare quest for getting a driver's license in Serbia: money + apartment. The couple revealed what is needed to rent property in Amabaren.

nightmare quest for getting a driver's license in Serbia: money + apartment. The couple revealed what is needed to rent property in Amabaren.

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In the last few years, finding housing in Belgrade has become very difficult due to rising prices from landlords. However, an American couple traveling around the world believes that searching for an apartment and a new home in Serbia is quite simple. They compared the situation of renting apartments in Serbia and America, living conditions, necessary documentation, and landlord requirements.

Two years ago, when we moved to Belgrade, it was fun to search for an apartment; we had never looked for one together before. Paying, buying things, setting up—everything was a first for us. We realized how much easier it is to rent an apartment here than in America. In America, it’s very complicated, and the process is exhausting. Here, there are apps that show you available options, you can view them, and they help you with the move. As for the requirements to get an apartment, you only need money and a passport. That’s it, said this young man. She mentioned that finding housing shouldn’t be a nightmare, as it is in many countries. - In America, without a doubt, it’s a nightmare when it comes to the requirements. In Serbia, having enough money and a passport is enough for legitimacy. In the U.S., correct me if I’m wrong, you need a good credit history, a bank account, proof of income, a recommendation letter, a reference from a previous landlord, and a three-month deposit. Then you also need money to live on for a month and broker fees. It’s impossible to find an apartment without a broker or real estateagency in New York.

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They also require a criminal background check, and sometimes you just have to ask, but that doesn’t mean you’ll see the apartment, say "I like it," and that’s it. You have to apply and provide all the documents, and then they decide. Regardless of whether you meet the requirements, or if you want to live there. Sometimes they have to ask the neighbors and talk to them about you. Then he explained that all these requirements are not free. - They don’t refund your money even if you’re not accepted. It can cost up to $500 just to apply, and you provide them with documents, and if they don’t fit, you won’t be able to see or rent the apartment. They also explained that they came to Belgrade from Turkey and thought it would take them much longer to find an apartment because prices have risen compared to the last time they were here. They pay 600 euros for their current apartment rent. - Prices differ for tourists and locals from Serbia. If you’re a foreigner and want to move or live here, you won’t find anything cheaper than 400 euros, and that will be far from the center. We pay 600, but we have a new building, a beautiful apartment, all the shops and amenities nearby, and we are very happy. They also said they lived in a camper for a long time, traveling often, but they missed living in an apartment. They could lie on the couch, watch movies, and eat fast food. They still don’t know if they will stay in Belgrade because they still have a desire to travel the world. (Kurir.rs)

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