Hello Peeps,
I am about to go the states. But will like to stay away from my relatives who stay in NJ. I am currently looking for accommodation in the washington DC area. Can any nairalander there be of assistance? I have gone to craigslist and its like you have to apply in person.
Any advice for me?
Any nairalander living in that area?

Man once step at a time.There is no Manager that will give out accomodation to a faceless individual.
U have to be physically present to sign the paper work.Moreover u will need a credit before u can rent an apartment so here lies your problem.Since u are new here, hardly can u find apartments without having credit.Your best bet is to look for 9jerians around that can help with credit so u can use their name to get an apartment.After credit u still need a security deposit before u can move in which is a month rent of the house.For example if the monthly payment is $500 then u need $1000 before u can move in.It's gonna be hard if u don't know anybody here but if u are bringing in money then u should be fine cos money talks bull$hit walks.
Dont take the risk of coming here without money or any relatives.
There is more to it than meets the eye.
Who no come no go know how far.
Just my 1 cent lol

oyewolejos, thanks again,
spot on