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Two months is really nothing when you're seeking employment out of state. Companies seem to take much longer to hire anyone these days. You don't even have any interviews lined up. That could be a couple of weeks. Add two-three weeks for interviewing as most places do multiple part interviews now. I'd sign on for two more months. Chances are you will still be there or just a few weeks away from starting a new job. It will likely cost you as much, if not more, to move some place short term and then move again. Short term rentals usually have a premium price.
Agreed. I'm not close to having an offer in-hand, and with how the market is now, it seems even the offer can take a couple of weeks alone.
My landlord and I are in talks to extend my current lease. I am looking to relocate out of state in early 2014, but I am looking for jobs with no offers in-hand yet.
The LL offered to extend my current lease, rather than terminating too soon or renewing a full year that I can't commit to. I would have to confirm within the next day if I want to extend or terminate
My question is, is it a good idea to extend for a timeframe, even if it's short? I would end up paying a penalty if I got an offer out of state before my lease is up. I would not want to turn down an offer due to a lease. Also, I won't be able to sublease legally.
Should I just terminate and find a short-term housing situation while I look for out-of-state jobs? I like the stability of not having to find new housing, but at the same time, I may lose a large chunk of my deposit if I agree to an extension and need to relocate right away
Move yourself into a nice Motel.
Most are satisfactory, and the rent is alright.
Some WILL accept monthly rents. You have to look around, but they are around.
And if possible, move to DALLAS. It is on the up and coming. You'll like it here.
Two months is really nothing when you're seeking employment out of state. Companies seem to take much longer to hire anyone these days. You don't even have any interviews lined up. That could be a couple of weeks. Add two-three weeks for interviewing as most places do multiple part interviews now. I'd sign on for two more months. Chances are you will still be there or just a few weeks away from starting a new job. It will likely cost you as much, if not more, to move some place short term and then move again. Short term rentals usually have a premium price.
^^^ All this, PLUS when you do get a job, an employer should not expect an out of state new employee to be ready to show up for work the next day. There's that pesky little thing like finding a new place to live and the actual move itself. You could fairly tack on another couple weeks there.
I agree with your two month decision, but a gentle word of warning. Don't make your lease your potential new employer's problem. If I had two identical candidates, one local, one out of state, I would be going with the one with the least amount of baggage - the local candidate. When interviewing, you need to keep this in mind and keep it your problem. Of course, there's no sure way to know if you are identical to your competition, so be the best you can be, without arrogance. Assuming an employer is going to wait for your schedule is arrogant in today's employment market. (You can always preface answers with "it's more convenient for me to start on x date, but if it's critical, I can be there on y date." Flexibility is important).
I agree with your two month decision, but a gentle word of warning. Don't make your lease your potential new employer's problem. If I had two identical candidates, one local, one out of state, I would be going with the one with the least amount of baggage - the local candidate. When interviewing, you need to keep this in mind and keep it your problem. Of course, there's no sure way to know if you are identical to your competition, so be the best you can be, without arrogance. Assuming an employer is going to wait for your schedule is arrogant in today's employment market. (You can always preface answers with "it's more convenient for me to start on x date, but if it's critical, I can be there on y date." Flexibility is important).
Agreed. I've already expressed to one recruiter that I am a renter, not a home-owner. She was probing into how flexible I am to move when I get the offer. I didn't mention anything about my lease. I've included in my cover letters a statement about how I plan to relocate to the area early next year in hopes that it would ease concerns about me being out of state.
Take the 2 months. If you are just talking to recruiters, 2 months would be pretty quick before day 1 at a new place in a new city, especially around the holidays.
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