answer:I don’t want to insult you in any way but this has “bad idea” written all over it. Remember, no one is going to treat your belongings the way you are, and people you do not know could have personalities and habits that you may find difficult to live with. If you decide to go forward collaborate with the landlord (who is the person whose rights need to be protected for nonpayment, damages, etc.). You could ask for co-tennant leases but what’s the incentive to the landlard since you are already liable for the whole amount? Screen your prospects carefully and get references because giving them “notice to vacate” is never an easy thing for either of you. In exchange for a furnished place, consider asking the co-tennant pay something in equivalent value to offset it, such as an extra amount toward a utility bill. Good luck.