How to get a job or apt without local address... (Orlando: sale, for rent)

[jenet8701]

I think the title is pretty much explainatory. People have said you can't get a job or place without a local address, yet how am I supposed to do this? I really don't understand. How am I supposed to get a local address if no one will talk to me long distance? Thanks!

[duttygal86]

Ok, well some may argue that what I am going to tell you is dishonest, but in this economy you have to do whatever you have to do to get a job. Go to Craigslist, grab any address from any for rent/ sale property, and use it as your address. I had to do that when I moved here, because my Orlando address wasnt getting any call backs.

[jetlag]

Originally Posted by jenet8701

I think the title is pretty much explainatory. People have said you can't get a job or place without a local address, yet how am I supposed to do this? I really don't understand. How am I supposed to get a local address if no one will talk to me long distance? Thanks!

Who are these "people"? I suppose it depends on the kind of job you're looking for but I've never heard of this being an issue. My wife and I both lined up our current jobs from 1500 miles away. If it really becomes an issue see about getting a PO Box in the area you're applying in.

[Keeper]

I agree with getting a PO box. It does often make a difference especially if they have lots of applicants, unless your resume stands out they are going to go with locals

[Annieinmn]

Jetlag, how did you go about your job search?

I've also been trying to find work from far away, however I just began the process about a week or so ago. I've read on a number of sites (Career Builder, Monster) that it is NOT a good idea to get a PO box, or to use a friends address. It can become a problem with the employer when they try to set up an interview, and you can't make it in the next day, etc.

[sugarcane]

I recently got a job about four hours from my previous address and the address thing never really posed a problem..

[jetlag]

Originally Posted by Annieinmn

Jetlag, how did you go about your job search?

I've also been trying to find work from far away, however I just began the process about a week or so ago. I've read on a number of sites (Career Builder, Monster) that it is NOT a good idea to get a PO box, or to use a friends address. It can become a problem with the employer when they try to set up an interview, and you can't make it in the next day, etc.

I did most of my searching through monster.com or company websites. I was up front about not being able to start right away and being new to the area. I had a couple of phone interviews and then, pending a drug test, had a job. During phone conversations I made it very obvious that I was really excited about moving to the area and working for them. I also listed a few extra references since the were unable to interview me in person.

[Annieinmn]

What line of work are you in? I've registered with Monster - it seems like there are more postings there than with career builder, but I am registered there as well.