I'm not even sure where a question like this belongs, but since I'm retired (for now) and it involves money...I guess this is the place.
Here's the deal: I'm 56, retired for about a year, but have decided to go back to w*rk. I'm moving from Florida to the west coast to take this job. I've been searching for an apartment (long distance) and found one...I think. I filled out the application etc., and was approved. Today, I mailed my application fee ($40) and deposit ($600.)
A few hours ago, I found a much better apartment on line and would like to pursue that one instead. I know that it's legal, but is it ethical to stop payment on the deposit check (it will take 4 or 5 days to get to the west coast) and pursue the better apartment? Again, I don't have any legal obligation as I see it...but it feels a bit weird.
What say you?
Here's the deal: I'm 56, retired for about a year, but have decided to go back to w*rk. I'm moving from Florida to the west coast to take this job. I've been searching for an apartment (long distance) and found one...I think. I filled out the application etc., and was approved. Today, I mailed my application fee ($40) and deposit ($600.)
A few hours ago, I found a much better apartment on line and would like to pursue that one instead. I know that it's legal, but is it ethical to stop payment on the deposit check (it will take 4 or 5 days to get to the west coast) and pursue the better apartment? Again, I don't have any legal obligation as I see it...but it feels a bit weird.
What say you?