Real Estate Website If you have not found any persons to share with and still want to live in shared accommodation, there are a number of websites that will assist you in finding shared accommodation www.housemates.com.au www.flatmates.com.au www.melbourne.gumtree.com.au     Homestay All homestay bookings must be made directly with Australian Homestay Network Placement Fee $200 Over 18 Homestay Single Room: $265.00 per week Over 18 Homestay Shared Room: $245.00 per week All homestay fees to be paid in advance. Extra Cost Include: Internet access and phone usage Host Application: http://www.homestaynetwork.or g/host/apply   ABN: 30 403 768 225 • CRICOS: 03210K • Provider Code 3927 •  516-524 Level 1, Bridge Road, Richmond 3121, Melbourne, Australia • Phone: (+61) (03) 9427 8111 • Fax: (+61) (03) 9427 7433                                                     Accommodation Students can request a rental list from Student Services. If you have housing queries or need to find accommodation either shared or on your own please contact Student Support officer. However, there are a number of real estate agents available in Australia and most of them can be found on the net at www.realestate.com.au/ and www.domain.com.au along with the properties they have available. What to look for when looking for a rental property? Renting Alone Renting a unit/flat/house alone can be a very expensive option but can mean that you are able to maintain a suitable environment as you are the only one living in the property. Before choosing to rent a property by yourself, please make sure that you have considered all factors like budget, housework etc. Shared Accommodation (renting with others)  The other option to renting alone is renting in a share house. This is where you rent a property with other people and is based on mutual agreements. However, when looking at renting a home and sharing with others it is very difficult to know if the relationship between you and the others will work out. A good rule is to get to know the others before you enter into any agreement. You should consider the following areas of concern before signing up the contract. • See if you share common interests, if your lifestyle is similar. • Once you agree to share a unit/flat/house draft a written agreement with all the rules set out and each member should sign it. • How much extra money is needed to pay for all incidental expenses? • How much is my share of the food bill, and what will be included? • How much do I contribute to services expenses? • Are there any other things that I need to be made aware of? • If I move out for whatever reason what expense am I likely to incur? • Is there a bond? • If it is agreed that I leave what portion of the bond can I expect back? If you know all the rules then you are less likely to have a problem with settling. Please note that The Management Edge  encourages all students to contact the Student Support Officer or Student coordinator prior to signing any agreement with any persons that they do not know personally for further advice.              ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION Cost of Living International students must meet the cost of general course fees, books, travel, health insurance and living expenses in addition to their tuition fees. The amounts below do not include the cost of establishing a household.    * To live in Melbourne you will need approximately A$18,000 per year    * If you have an adult dependant living with you will need an extra A$5,000 per year    * If you have dependent children you will need approximately $3,000 per child. These prices are indicative and may fluctuate   Accommodation Cost Average rental costs (per/week) in Melbourne:    * 1 Bedroom Apartment: $180 - $300    * 2 Bedroom Apartment (per bedroom): $130- $180    * House 2/3 bedroom (per bedroom): $130- $200    * Utility Cost: $5-$10 per week Established Registered Training Organisation since 1982