Welcome (soon) to Geneva/Lausanne!

The tips for house hunting in Geneva:

1. Be ready to compromise, because the market is super tight. There's very little supply, and when a good apt is put on the market, tens of people compete for it. 

2. Be ready for a potential long wait (for the same reason)

3. Be ready to pay more than you planned...

But except for the housing situation, you're coming to a great place to live in.

Nir

Try looking over the border in France - less of a problem and less expensive. If you need any further help or advice [we live in France] just let us know. All the best. Bon voyage.

Thanks for the tip! Unfortunately I believe my work visa doesn't allow me to live in France, which is too bad!

Hi! I lived in Canada, love the country. You know comparis.ch and anibis.ch?

Yup, I've found those and lots of sites to search for a place. Not a lot available for September yet though. 

Alas, there’s never a lot on offer at any time.  As Nir explained, we all have to be prepared to wait until we eventually strike lucky and find a place we like and can afford.

All the best, R.