Your friend has been offered a place on a course at the University where you studied. He would like your advice about finding a place to live. Write an email to your friend. In your email describe where you lived when you were a student at the University, recommend the best way for him to look for accommodation, warn him of the mistakes students make when choosing accommodation.

Dear Nujhat, I hope you and your family are well by the grace of the Almighty. I'm thrilled to hear that you've got an offer to the University of Toronto for your master's degree in supply chain management. As I studied at that University, I could certainly give you advice about the accommodation that you've asked for.
Initially
, I used to live in a shared room with other students near the campus but after completing a semester I moved to a single-bedroom apartment which I liked a lot. If you live in a shared room, it would be tough for you to concentrate on your study.
Hence
, I'd suggest you rent a private apartment if you don't have any financial obligations. The best way to find a suitable
house
is to share a post with community groups where local residents share houses which are vacant currently. You can
also
ask the international students support centre at the University campus for suitable accommodation for you.
However
, don't rush to find accommodation as it can cost you a lot of money if you want to change the
house
after one or two months. Check everything well from Wi-Fi facilities to parking before you confirm the
house
. I hope your new life in Canada will be full of joy and happiness. Please let me know if you need
further
assistance in finding a perfect
house
or any other issues. Yours loving, Ashif Nawaz
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You are not ready for IELTS Speaking, if you

  • Can’t speak smoothly without pauses.
  • Use simple words and lack vocabulary.
  • Feel nervous and anxious when speaking.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • dormitories
  • rental agreements
  • house-hunting
  • budgeting
  • commute
  • utilities
  • security deposit
  • lease
  • proximity
  • amenities
  • landlord
  • tenant rights
  • real estate agent
  • furnished/unfurnished
  • flatmates
  • on-campus/off-campus living
  • viewings
  • public transportation
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