1. Finding a Place to Live …because you’ll be “on your own” eventually.

2. Let’s Review-- Let’s look at some newspaper ads for places “FOR RENT.” Remember, you will be living on your own at some point, and we want you to be ready for this big step!!

3. How About This Place??? Ask About Our Spring Special! 2 bdr., 1 bath, 14x70, shed. $395 inc. lot rent. 3 bdr., 1 bath, 14x70, shed, $425. Westwood Meadows Park, Crivitz. 1-800- 747-4283 or 920-371-1593. What does each abbreviation mean? (see arrows)

4. ...or this one?? Newly remodeled, secure building, upper. New stove, refrig. $425, heat, water inc. A/C. Sec. dep. No smoking/pets. (715)732-1776 or 789-2249 evening. What do these abbreviations mean? (see arrows)

5. How does this one fit you? NOW RENTING 700-721 OAK ST. PESHTIGO * Luxury 2 bdrm units, heat & water included. Garage and storage unit at no extra cost. Open concept - Cats welcome. Coin-op Laundry * 6 month or 1 year lease available * Extremely well-maintained units. $500 to $515 1 Month FREE w/Year Lease * New Pavement * New Hall Carpeting * Freshly Painted! CALL 1-715-582-3695 or 1-920-371-0024 --Can your bring your dog Fido with you to live here? --How much will the rent be per month? --What if I do not want to live here for 1 full year?

6. Now, it’s your turn! Now, it’s your turn! Your task for the day will be to create a classified ad for YOUR ideal apartment/house/condo etc. You should focus on special features you would like to have in it. You need to use abbreviations that are normally used in the newspaper ads. You will be presenting your ad to the class.

7. Some common abbreviations: Bdrm=Bedroom A/C=air conditioning Sec. Dep.=Security Deposit Avail.=Available Crprt.=carpet H/W floors=Hard Wood Floors App.=Application Util.=Utilities (water, electric, gas bills) Smkr=Smoker App.=Appliances (stove, fridge, dishwasher etc.)