history: Before I left the country I paid my bills and rent ahead for 2 months. Maybe I should have listed on Airbnb instead. I think I should have listed my place on Airbnb before leaving the country. Wow_comma_ what really happened? I ended up paying rent and bills ahead 2 months instead. 
current: Oh really, that was hectic for you I guess
next: It really was, and a missed opportunity to cut my costs.