For remote workers, internet is not a convenience—it is infrastructure. Evaluate it with the same seriousness you give housing.

Checklist before you commit to a stay

1. Run speed tests at your actual work hours, not only at noon.
2. Ask the host for the provider name and whether the line is shared.
3. Confirm a backup option: nearby cafe, coworking day pass, or mobile hotspot plan.
4. Test a full video call, screen share, and file upload.
5. Know the building’s outage pattern if neighbors can tell you.

If your income depends on live sessions, never arrive without at least one tested backup path. A cheap apartment with brittle Wi‑Fi is more expensive than a slightly higher rent with stable fiber.