May be a repeat, but these services are so cheap. For one person it makes sense. The variety of foods available at food stalls is mind blowing. When you first settle, do it until you find the ideal home, apartment etc.
just try and do it when coming from overseas and already have flown 30 hours and three more to go. Try staying and traveling for two months. Not easy my friend.
Expedite your passport asap. Copy your old one as it will have to go with the renewal application. Also your renewal payment receipt and paperwork, that may help. Reapply also after you’ve started for PP. same day if possible.