Thanks everyone.

I have an update. As of today we conditionally have a place for Dec. 1. Because we both have such bad credit histories, the leasing company wanted a guarantor. Fortunately one of my friends who has a really good job agreed to act, and we're just in the process of getting his information to the leasing company. Once they approve him, which I suspect they will, we'll all sign the lease.

Yes both are names will be on the lease, and we have to sign a one year lease, standard for ON.

My roommate and I have already had several frank discussions on everything from cleaning to what we'll do if either of us relapses or has a flare up of our respective mental illness.

The apartment is quite nice. It's large with a good sized living and dining area and lots of closet space. It also has a balcony.

The building is a 7 min walk to a bus stop whose bus runs straight to a major subway stop so it's good from a transit perspective.

The building allows pets, so Laura can get the 2 cats she wants, and I'll get to enjoy the cats without the hassle of ownership.

I'm really quite excited and can't wait to be out of St. Clare's.

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