I am moving to DC this fall to work in biglaw. The pay is high, but so are my student loans, which I would like to pay off ahead of schedule. Where should I live? Snowflakes within.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 11, 2013 -
22 answers
What can be done about a landlord of 30+ units who has admitted (privately) to not renting units to african americans (in a majority black city)? Who should be contacted, and with what information?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 8, 2013 -
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I am starting grad school at Emory U in Atlanta in the fall and am moving there from the northeast with Spouse and 1.5 year old toddler. I am wondering where is best to look for non-university housing (which neighborhoods are best) and child care (child care being our main concern). Thanks in advance, hivemind!
posted by anonymous
on Feb 15, 2013 -
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Hello, I am a divorced single-mother and US Army National Guard veteran. I am currently living in a bad situation and need to move away from it.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 12, 2013 -
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I have recently inherited half of a property that has development potential and am looking for some advice on what to do next. Prior to this inheritance I have never owned a home or even managed to save a small deposit for a mortgage, so I have absolutely no experience of the property market.If all goes well, selling the property could set me and my fellow beneficiary up for life - we each hope to use our shares to buy our own homes mortgage-free! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me and I'm anxious to get the best possible price for the sale!
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 17, 2013 -
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Moving in with my SO - but worried that I'll end up in the unhappy situation my parents were in. What do you do when you didn't grow up with a positive example of marriage/co-habitation?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 5, 2012 -
13 answers
Job opportunity has quickly come up in new city, but nothing settled. Would have to be there October 1 though, what do I tell landlord?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 24, 2012 -
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How do shared ownership schemes work when buying a property? Are they a good idea or not? I am based in London, UK.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 6, 2012 -
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I've been living in a month-to-month, no-lease sublet in Manhattan since January. I just found out that' it's a NYCHA rent-controlled apartment, and i'm paying way more than my 'share' of the monthly rent (also, i'm pretty sure subletting a rent-controlled apartment is illegal.) Clearly i'm going to be moving out ASAP. What else should I do? Do I have grounds for financial recoupment?
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posted by anonymous
on May 28, 2012 -
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Is it possible to move rented accommodation in the UK, in London, while claiming Housing Benefit?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 10, 2011 -
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SecurityDepositFilter: I think I'm being screwed in Virginia. The situation is complicating by many factors, but mainly by the unwillingness for either the landlord or primary tenant to communicate with me. I was a subtenant with no written lease but a legitimate verbal agreement.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 10, 2011 -
11 answers
Might be making a move back to the North West for a job. Tell me everything you know about McMinnville, OR housing, life, etc.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 6, 2011 -
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My roommate unilaterally decided to force me out of the apartment. She and 3 new tenants already signed a new lease. What are my options (if any)?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 4, 2011 -
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I'm about to become a landlord and need help deciding what to do with the current renters.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 24, 2011 -
13 answers
Can my landlord raise rent on me in the middle of my 6 month contract with 30 day notice? Additional information: It's a sober house.
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posted by anonymous
on May 1, 2011 -
9 answers
Should we stay or should we go? Make a big international move as a pregnant couple or with a tiny baby? Lots of (possibly) relevant details inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 29, 2011 -
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My same-sex partner and I have separated (to my shock and opposition) after a few years of hard financial times. While I am holding out hope that she will come to her senses, I need help deciding on what to do (especially regarding our house) in case we can't resolve our issues.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 28, 2011 -
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Being an amateur landlord - what are the laws about declaring and pay income tax when you rent out a room? How about when and if you move for work (and are renting at your new location, and have to rent out your primary residence back in the old location?)
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 1, 2011 -
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My bank informed me a couple of months ago that the refinance of my home under Making Home Affordable is a no-go. Help me work something out anyway.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 17, 2011 -
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I have a friend who needs to get out there and do something with herself, but seems to stall just before taking the plunge. How do I get her over her failure to launch?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 11, 2011 -
14 answers
Doing my first house/apartment room hunting experience out of college and sort of unclear on the craigslist etiquette AND if I should even be looking. Would really appreciate input and advice. This is really long because I ramble...but I SWEAR it's good!
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 14, 2010 -
21 answers
Where could we live in the DC area with 1 commuting to Baltimore and the other (with toddler in tow to daycare) to Foggy Bottom?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 6, 2010 -
25 answers
Should I try to get a mortgage and buy a house before I leave my corporate-type job for a low and unreliably-paying creative one? Or is it possible I'll be able to do those things afterwards?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 2, 2010 -
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Is it a good idea for two divorced women and our (total of three) little kids to move in together for safety, companionship and financial savings?
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2010 -
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What types of items should I keep in mind while searching/negotiating rent in Baltimore?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 18, 2010 -
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Should I sell my house, or rent it at a loss when I move cities? What should my decision-making matrix be for how much of a loss per month is acceptable?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 5, 2010 -
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Oh boy... I've screwed up.
I invited a woman to live with me. I am female, reasonably well-employed, decent income, have my own place, etc., and the invite had nothing to do with sex or a relationship of any kind. Things have already turned sour and I need some advice, a sane voice or two...
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 3, 2010 -
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What is the likely result of reporting an illegal rooming house in Toronto? e.g. How often do they end up getting cleaned up, repaired, and properly licensed vs. shut down (whether by the inspectors or by an owner who doesn't want to bother fixing it up)?
posted by anonymous
on Oct 26, 2009 -
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I am considering renting out an artist's studio space and squatting in it temporarily, does anyone have any experience in this? Good idea, bad idea?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 27, 2009 -
21 answers
Can we afford
this house in California (just an example)? What "rules of thumb" or other measures should I use to determine what is "affordable"?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 20, 2009 -
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Can anyone recommend a good lawyer in NYC for dealing with housing issues, specifically a dispute over a security deposit with a former landlord?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 26, 2009 -
7 answers
I have been housing an unemployed friend for the past six months. How do I assess my role and responsibility for housing them in these economic bad times?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 7, 2009 -
29 answers
Rentalfilter: Would you rent to me? I'm not a complete deadbeat, but I am paranoid about looking for a new place to live in the coming months.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 30, 2009 -
8 answers
nychousingfilter: I signed a lease, moved into my new apartment on the 1st and now my landlord is demanding an extra security deposit. Can they do this?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 22, 2008 -
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I got ripped off by the person whose lease I took over. What should I do to recover my money?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 28, 2008 -
19 answers
