We found an apartment we can afford - what worked for you?

After 16 weeks of searching, we found an apartment we can afford in Cleveland. There are 4 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. The kids have their own room again. Thanks for all the tips.

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it last year, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

Congratulations! That is a big weight off.