#Person1#: how is your house hunting going?
#Person2#: not very well. I haven't found anything within my price range yet.
#Person1#: how much are you looking to spend?
#Person2#: I can only afford about 300 pounds a month.
#Person1#: looks like you're not going to get more than a bedroom in a shared flat with that.
#Person2#: really? That's a lot of money to pay for one room.
#Person1#: well, if you want to live in London, you have to pay the price!
#Person2#: do you know of anyone who needs a roommate?
#Person1#: I can ask around at work. Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers?
#Person2#: I'd prefer non-smoking roommates, but I guess I'll have to take what I can get!
#Person1#: how long do you want to sign a contract for?
#Person2#: I can sign a contract up to a year. I don't know where I'll be after that.
#Person1#: do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment?
#Person2#: I don't have any furniture, so it'd be great if it were furnished.
#Person1#: you know that you'll have to pay utilities on top of the rent, right?
#Person2#: no, I thought that would be included in the rent.
#Person1#: it's not usually included, so you'll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities.
#Person2#: I don't think I can afford that.
#Person1#: don't worry. Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children.
#Person2#: that's a good idea. I'll look into finding something like that.
#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# can only afford about 300 pounds a month on rent in London. #Person1# will help #Person2# to find a roommate. They talk about the details of renting, including time, furnish, utilities, and discounts.
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