Finding an Apartment - Improve Your Communication Skills

source: Twominute English    2013年10月15日
Many of us have to move to other cities for work or for study. When you move away, the most important need you have is to find a new place. Sometimes you may need to find a new place for yourself when the lease expires, or if you are just looking for a change. Well, in order to do so, you need to communicate your requirements to the brokers and talk to the homeowners to get the best possible deal. Let's learn about some phrases that you can use to communicate with the brokers and the homeowners while finding a house or an apartment. Practice all the phrases at the end to build your fluency and comprehension.
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0:06 In this lesson we will learn about phrases you can use while looking for a place to live.
0:18 Hi, my name is Charlie. I’m looking for an apartment to rent.
0:23 Alright. What kind of apartment would you prefer?
0:26 Since I’ll be living with my friend, I’m looking for a 2-bedroom apartment.
0:30 Do you have any specific location in mind?
0:33 Yup. I think Seone and Alfred Streets are a good option as my office is pretty close to them.
0:40 What is your budget?
0:41 Anything under $900 a month would do.
0:44 Alright. Give me an hour, I’ll get back to you with some options and we can visit them.
0:49 That’d be great! Thank you.
0:57 I like your house very much. I’d like to buy it, but you are quoting a really high price.
1:04 I just told you the market price of the property. In Texas, it is $100 per sq. ft. There is no property as beautiful as this for the price.
1:15 I understand. But, it’s over my budget. Is there some room for bargaining?
1:21 Well, I don’t know. I am sure I can get an offer for this much. Let me ask my property consultant.
1:28 Okay, let’s see what your consultant advises you. If the final quote suits me, I might buy the property.
1:42 My name is Charlie, I’m calling from California.
1:46 It’s Andrew here. What can I do for you?
1:48 I saw your advertisement on Craigslist regarding a property for rent in San Diego.
1:54 Yes, I have a vacant house in San Diego and I’m planning to get some rental income from it.
1:59I’m looking for an apartment there myself. I’m interested in renting the property if I find it suitable for my stay.
2:05 Alright.
2:06 Yes. I am traveling to San Diego next week. Can I see it then?
2:10 Sure! Give me a call when you get there and I will arrange it, if it’s still available.
2:22 Where have you been, Betty? I’ve been trying to reach you since last Sunday.
2:27 Gosh. Don’t even ask! I never knew hunting for an apartment could be so tough.
2:33 What apartment? Are you moving out of your house?
2:36 Yes. I’m looking for a place near my office.
2:40 I think there’s a vacant apartment in my building. Do you want to get that?
2:44 That’d be great! How much is the rent for your place?
2:48 I pay $1200. It’s a very nice place.
2:52 I know, Charlie. I’ve seen the building.
2:58 I’m looking for an apartment to rent.
3:02 Since I’ll be living with my friend, I’m looking for a 2-bedroom apartment.
3:09 I like your house very much. I’d like to buy it, but you are quoting a really high price.
3:20 But, it’s over my budget. Is there some room for bargaining?
3:28 I saw your advertisement on Craigslist regarding a property for rent in San Diego.
3:39 I’m interested in renting the property if I find it suitable for my stay.
3:46 I never knew hunting for an apartment could be so tough.
3:53 I’m looking for a place near my office.