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Can you help me write a profile for an online roommate finder?

Writing A Profile For Your Roommate Search

Finding the perfect roommate takes some basic sales skills. If you're not good at writing concise, accurate descriptions, consider having a friend or family member help you out. Online services like New York roommate finder use a profile system similar to online dating. In fact, it's not a bad way to approach the way you post your roommate preferences. If you decide to use an online roommate finder, remember that the first few sentences are the most important. They're the first indicator of the type of person you are, and the type of roommate you're looking for. Once you've attracted someone's interest, they'll click on your profile to read further. At that point, you want to really hone in on your roommate requirements. To get you started, make sure to incorporate the following information in your opening lines:

1) Describe the living space with words like, bright, sunny, airy, spacious, comfortable, cozy, etc. Avoid descriptions that might come across as negative. For example, if the apartment is small, describe it as “cozy."

2) Geographic location. Is the apartment within walking distance to a university, transit service, or shopping district? Your perfect roommate just might be looking for close proximity to any one of these areas.

3) Rent. Clearly indicate right up front what the costs are going to be.

4) Specify smoker or non-smoker, if you have a preference.

These are just a few ideas to get you started. If you were going to sell your place, what attributes

would you want people to know about? Start writing your roommate search description with that in

mind.

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