<prompt> Human: I work in Okemos, MI, but live an hour away and want to be closer by the time the snow starts, which is typically late October-early November early December at the latest. I will have at most 3K in savings by the end of this month, and 4K if I wait until the end of October. I want to at least make the move even if I dont have anything of mine IN the apartment by the end of October at the absolute latest. In case it matters, my income right now is 55K a year. Im looking for rent up to 700 for a one-bedroom. The furthest out from Okemos I will buy an apartment is 15 minutes.The thing is, I know nothing about shopping for apartments. Ive lived with my mom all this time. There are a few obvious no-nos for me, like weak water pressure, evidence of past pest infestations, or obvious damage. Outside of that, Im in the mist here. I dont know whats a good deal, how to make sure Im not being robbed, or anything else in that area.I was wondering if you guys had solid information I could use, like guides or apps online to make this easier. General advice from your past struggles is good too. Im in those beginning stages where Google is suffocating me with information and Im separating chaff from wheat. So Im throwing this out there to get something more solid.BTW, if theres another subreddit that would be better suited for this, let me know.  <response>: Never give money without signing a contract, getting a key and seeing the apartment. Never send anyone money, even if they promise to mail you the key. 