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Grant recommends having roughly two to three years of address history ready. College housing, dorms, roommate situations, fraternity or sorority houses, and living with parents are all normal and should be listed accurately. Month and year are usually enough for basic preparation; exact requirements vary by property. Do not worry if your rental résumé is short—your offer letter and current qualification matter more than having years of conventional apartment history.
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