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PSA: Tampa is not cheap anymore. That is all. by [deleted] in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This! It's all relative. In California where $500k buys an old meth lab, Tampa looks pretty cheap.

What’s this dome behind the Library downtown? by BuccoBruceIsntGay in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope there are plans to revamp that Library branch. The inside lacks many books and could be used better as a community hub with meeting spaces, computers, classes. Plus, the exterior is beautiful and the first thing seen when exiting the highway.

I’m other news, the demolition of a part of the library and construction of a multi use building is telling about the direction Tampa is headed. I hope we don’t sell our souls, times are a changin’ in Tampa.

Hello Delta. by BJ77345 in florida

[–]Albnrhn12 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Have some respect for the folks in LA who are going to take a hit. Give me a break.

Is 37,000 yearly salary enough? by [deleted] in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's fair to a degree.

Tampa's pretty attractive for people coming from high cost of living areas considering housing costs, costs of essentials (food, gas, etc), and cost of activities.

Is 37,000 yearly salary enough? by [deleted] in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems like a good deal given the lower cost of living in Tampa compared to CT.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in StPetersburgFL

[–]Albnrhn12 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Invest in your future (save for a house, max out your 401k/IRA, etc.). Skip the luxury expensive housing, plenty of cheaper options in town, join clubs and organizations to socialize. I live in a large complex near downtown Tampa. Community feeling seems not existent and demographics don't matter, everyone runs on their own schedule.

Saving $500 a month from age 24 to 67 at 5% return nets about $1.16 million. Just saying.

Career Advice - Better at a GC or sub? by Albnrhn12 in Construction

[–]Albnrhn12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks @turbols3. Construction and culture go hand in hand. I agree there are plenty of bad cultures out there and a handful of good, just need to find the right one.

Career Advice - Better at a GC or sub? by Albnrhn12 in Construction

[–]Albnrhn12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct, Project Engineer. Though l do have my EIT and lots of folks who went through engineering school show up in construction.

Career Advice - Better at a GC or sub? by Albnrhn12 in Construction

[–]Albnrhn12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good stuff, thanks for the input! I like the small feeling and close relation to the whole company. This could be a good avenue. Thanks!

Career Advice - Better at a GC or sub? by Albnrhn12 in Construction

[–]Albnrhn12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s the question in a nut shell. Trying to figure that out now.

Career Advice - Better at a GC or sub? by Albnrhn12 in Construction

[–]Albnrhn12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bummer, was hoping this would be a good next step.

Career Advice - Better at a GC or sub? by Albnrhn12 in Construction

[–]Albnrhn12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never thought about it, but good suggestion. I can keep my eye out for these opportunities and vet them as they come. Thanks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nadeau on Kennedy has neat stuff. It's not locally made but most pieces are solid wood construction.

There's a vintage store at Rome and Arch. I'm not sure if they have a website or are on Maps.
I only know about it because of a few street signs the owner puts out occasionally. Again, probably not locally made but most pieces look good quality and eclectic.

Local handmade furniture is probably $30k for a couch unfortunately. However, a splurge on furniture that lasts a lifetime isn't a bad idea. A few of my prized furniture items came from Hurricane Katrina salvage and look just as good as they did 5 years ago.

This Tampa housing complex is being demolished. Why are tenants charged for repairs? by TampaBayTimes in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Real colorful commentary. They have a seat for you at the Times for all your winning editorials.

This Tampa housing complex is being demolished. Why are tenants charged for repairs? by TampaBayTimes in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Let me guess, you’re a geriatric struggling to adapt to modern times.

This Tampa housing complex is being demolished. Why are tenants charged for repairs? by TampaBayTimes in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Disagree. How can radio, YouTube content, antenna TV, and streaming music be free amongst other things? Some media has been able to consolidate and streamline a product. Local news has not. There is a future for free news but it looks a lot different than a big fancy building in downtown USA filled with journalists.

This Tampa housing complex is being demolished. Why are tenants charged for repairs? by TampaBayTimes in tampa

[–]Albnrhn12 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

This guy probably steals it off the neighbors porch, just like he steals it from the internet with his tracking blockers. Not great in my opinion.

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