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Thanks for the replies

I thought about a sublet, but to be honest, I know I want to be in LA for a minimum of 12 months.

I've spent a great deal of time there over the last 2 years, so know the areas quite well. I know I want to live around beachwood/los feliz/silverlake kind of areas, so I'm not too concerned with finding my feet or anything, just want to find a great house

I have an agent yes, at William Morris Entertainment, who are a very reputable company, but not all of my work comes from them as I'm freelance and also do production, play live, release records etc etc so I don't think they are obligated to formally help me find somewhere.

All the film composing I have done so far has been with an oscar-winning composer, so I don't know if this kind of accolade is something that helps instil a landlord's faith in me as a tenant?

I'm prepared to pay 3 months advance, thanks for the heads up. I was even considering paying 6 to be honest, to show I'm serious and have the stability. Do you think offering to do something like that would increase my chances of getting a place, or is it risky/stupid thing to do?

How long does it take for me to get a Social Security number?

Thanks so much for the advice - it's much apprecaited.

Hi and thanks for reading.

I have an O1 visa (3 years until renewal) and am moving to Los Angeles to continue my film composing career.

My question is about renting.

I am going over in June for a few weeks to househunt with the hope of finding somewhere available for July/August when I hope to move permanently.

What kind of requirements are there for me to be able to rent an apartment? I have plenty saved up, so deposit, rent in advance or anything like that will not be a problem.

I don't really have a reference because I've been living with my partner for the last 3 years in the house she owns.

I haven't got a SS card yet but it will be the first thing I do when I go over in June.

I am self-employed but have an excellent resume of proffessional work I have done, with much more scheduled once I am in Los Angeles, so proof I am able to pay the rent won't be a problem.

Will I be able to rent a place no problem, or am I overlooking a lot of issues?

Any help and advice would be hugely appreciated.

Thank you,

Bobby