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A1-A2 | Topic 6: Real Estate & Tenancy: Navigating Leases, Deposits, and Utilities

Master Everyday Business & Practical English through Active Discussions on Rental Contracts, Housing Budgets, and Landlord Negotiations

Instructor: Claudio
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Beginner to Pre-Intermediate (CEFR A1-A2)

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About this course

Take control of your independent living and financial planning while building practical English fluency through interactive, real-world real estate scenarios. Designed for adult learners and working professionals, this highly collaborative module engages students in active classroom debates, contract analysis, and realistic landlord-tenant negotiations. From inspecting properties and understanding lease obligations to calculating hidden utility costs and resolving billing misunderstandings, you will gain the specialized vocabulary and conversational agility needed to handle housing contracts with confidence.

What you'll learn

Core vocabulary for real estate, lease contracts, security deposits, furnished vs. unfurnished rentals, and monthly utilities.
How to calculate total upfront move-in costs (first month's rent + security deposit) and seasonal utility fluctuations.
Strategies for inspecting a property (walkthrough) and clarifying maintenance responsibilities before signing a lease.
Language for resolving financial misunderstandings, requesting payment plans, and communicating effectively with landlords.
Grammar Focus: Modal Verbs for Obligation & Permission (must, have to, need to, can); Phrasal Verbs in Housing (move in, move out, look for, set up, pay back); Prepositions of Time & Place (under my name, under the lease, before moving in, during the winter).

Skills you'll gain

Real estate vocabulary lease contract analysis property inspection techniques financial negotiation active listening comprehension real-time microphone practice landlord-tenant communication budget planning for seasonal expenses.

Syllabus

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Module 1 5.5 hours

Topic 6: Renting a Home

• Participate actively in group discussions comparing location, rent prices, and furnished vs. unfurnished apartments.
• Roleplay a property walkthrough inspection, asking targeted questions about included appliances, maintenance, and utility bills.
• Propose practical payment solutions and compromises when facing unexpected utility expenses or budget constraints.
• Read and verify key terms in basic rental agreements to avoid hidden fees and financial misunderstandings.

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  • Beginner to Pre-Intermediate (CEFR A1-A2) Level

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  • 3 weeks to complete

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