Moving to Seattle. Could use some advice.?

[Katherine W]

Some landlords will rent to people with pets: I do. In fact, I prefer pet owners who have good pets because I know they're less likely to move every year: turnover in tenants is a killer. It's also helpful if you can rent for a while, so you can check out different neighborhoods.

Your husband may be able to negotiate some help with housing in the move: his company may be able to do something to help.

[Amy]

My husband has taken a job in Seattle and we are moving in 2 months from the Midwest. I am currently a school counselor at a large school and looking for a job. Any websites that are helpful? The cost of houses are unbelievable. We have pets so renting is not an option, or is it? Any suggestions? Are banks a bit more flexible since the cost of housing is so high? Do educators earn higher salaries? We currently own a huge home here but paid 1/3 of what it would cost in Seattle area. Not sure how people afford to live out there. Would appreciate any information.

[Plato]

Craigslist is your friend. Here's a link to jobs: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/edu/

Here's one for apartments: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/apa/?SAB=see