Live and learn.

Clearly, I needed some introduction to the way things work here, and no better way to get that than to pay CHF 150.

I'll be a lot more careful next time around. I was told that since not every application for a person with no CH history is approved you should apply for apartments you like immediately. I asked this lady if I had any obligation if I filled the form, she said no, and since the Swiss have a reputation to be trustworthy and honest, I signed it.

I applied for 3, I got approved for 3. I rejected 2. One was decent and said if I knew someone I should refer them. The other (and the subject of this thread) said "pay 150". I took the thrid.

Next time, I'll hope that my 100% approval rate holds up and apply only when I am SURE I want to move to that apartment.

Thanks guys. I needed an outlet to get things out of my system....living in a hotel room for 20 days is taking it's toll.

Hopefully I can see some of you when you meet for a drink (this week is not possible).