NEW TPO 8 Why does the man mention his friend?

[00:01.00][00:00.20] Listen to a conversation.
[00:02.00][00:03.44]M: Jenna, I know you’ve been looking for a new apartment… my friend is renting her place out.
[00:03.00][00:09.12]W: I actually just signed a lease last night! It’s near the park.
[00:04.00][00:14.08]M: Oh, great. That’s a nice location!
[00:05.00][00:17.00]W: I know, and it’s surprisingly affordable. It has a pool and laundry in the building, too.
[00:06.00][00:23.65]M: Sounds perfect. When does your lease start?
[00:07.00][00:26.65]W: At the beginning of July.