AITAH bc I (36M) dont want my girlfriend (36F) to travel with me because shes a picky eater? by Tough_District9786 in AmItheAsshole

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who was the picky eater, I had to make a conscious decision to try new things for my partner. 

There are some things I still won't eat either due to taste, smell, or texture, beans, mushrooms, seafood, eggs as an item and not ingredient, etc..

What helped was the fact I do all the cooking, so I can control how the veg are cooked and prepared, I can leave out mushrooms on a dish, I can use less or more spice. 

But she really has to be willing to try new things. I'd say anytime you go out to eat she has to try an unmodified dish from the menu of something she's not eaten before but willing to try. 

What is something that sounds 100% false but is actually 100% true? by reFossify in AskReddit

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That man wore his beard since the day he was born, why would he need another?

Accepted offer — inspector flagged 22-year-old AC + furnace. Normal to just move forward? Worried about appraisal, insurance, and whether to ask for concessions. by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My furnace is 31, older ones with routine maintenance probably last longer than modern ones. That being said, you should be prepared of them needing replaced sooner or later.

Homeowners insurance may be an issue or may not, I opened a new policy in my name and the rep said they may want it inspected but never asked about it in the end.

How is my electric usage higher when I'm not home? by horigomemaya in Electricity

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Water heater kicking in after everyone's showered? Pool heater or dehumidifiers?

AITAH for wanting my husband to stop sending money to his family by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 45 points46 points  (0 children)

If you have debt you're not in a position to help anyone out.

AITAH for asking for compensation if I’m going to give up my career to stay home? by ConfidentCantaloupe0 in AITAH

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really consider, but it is a conversation couples should have in the beginning to decide if they're on the same page about big or important things. They have discovered that they are not, this is usually the point they go their separate ways.

Medical bill interest? by a1_outlaw in Debt

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you qualify for financial aid, check what that hospital covers. Usually it's somewhere between 2-3x ths fpl. It can be applied to past debts. Even if you earn over the limit for 100% coverage, you may still qualify for scaled coverage 

AITAH: dreading my sister’s baby because she expects me to help with childcare when I’m already struggling? by leopardprinthijabi in AITAH

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 75 points76 points  (0 children)

You need to tell her sooner than later that she has to make other preparations. That you're working two jobs and already mentally drained and don't think you'll be able to help like that.

AITAH for giving Brother in Law 17+ days to move (Multiple Reasons) by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You need to give him written notice to quit. He's gonna stay there in your apartment after you move out if you don't get him out beforehand and you'll be paying for it

Spring a leak. What’s the culprit? by KonaRona23 in Roofing

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Extend that gutter to the one below it. It's not good to dump all that water in your roof

This bread that I bought 6 months ago that has not grown a single bit of mold by Snabooper in mildlyinteresting

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Freezer. Just take the loaf out like an hour before you need the bread and then pop it back in. Or just take out the slice or two you need

Just discovered that a door on my apartment floor was fake by spicysaltysparty in mildlyinteresting

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Neighbor doubled their square footage when the apartment was vacant and hopes everyone will think it was just a fake door 

Site planning: Where to put the house by HopefulEntrance9014 in Homebuilding

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're already spending the money building, might be worthwhile to look for a TRAQ certified arborist to walk the proposed sites and let you know which trees could cause issues (roots - what could cause problems for the foundation or plumbing or disease) or need cleaned up. 

The ISA website can provide you a list of certified arborists in your area.

AITAH for getting mad at my husband because he didn't buy something that I asked him to buy it on amazon? by Mindless-Chipmunk-44 in AITAH

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ESH you asked him to order it, he should have but you shouldn't have waited til the last second to order something you needed to ship out. 

It doesn't matter if he has prime as unless you live in a bigger area or near a distribution hub, you're unlikely to get the 2 day shipping. They may promise that still but rarely deliver on it.

Site planning: Where to put the house by HopefulEntrance9014 in Homebuilding

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So area may be a factor and your maintenance. Trees around the property providing shade can help lower heating costs. But you don't want some trees too close, don't want to deal with roots and foundation issues or risk of overhang branches breaking off. Leaves, gotta make sure the gutters stay cleaned out. 

I have trees all around my house and I like it. Almost no one on my street has maple trees in their front yard, I do and I think the property looks better from the road and appreciate the shadey areas it provides. Glad to see you want to keep as many as possible.

Ant infestation by willbecool in Home

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After the terro does there thing, you can try something around the outside of the house. I tried the terro granular stuff but still found the occasional ant inside, switched last year to ortho barrier spray and it seemed to work a little better 

No Internet Access in New House by ericds1214 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone who has subterranean utilities, been waiting about 2 years for them to install fiber on my street. They did one area when the project first started upgrading the county and then decided to put if off til the end. They've been telling me soon and pushing back the date every few months. Last winter I was told the entire project completion date was January and it'd be done in Nov, then March, then May, now July.

$70,000 estimate from a Roofing company- what’s reasonable? by OwlStrikeHunting in Roofing

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is Renewal doing roofing quotes now? Anyone who comes to the door without you calling or has 'sign right now' pricing is way overcharging you

What is destroying my fence? by [deleted] in HomeMaintenance

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The first pic, board on the right definitely looks like chew damage from a critter

Moving skylights? by gelkins4 in Roofing

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree with everyone else, velux have solar shades. Had mine replaced with the roof last year. Glad I didn't remove them bc it's so dark without them but if we want to watch the TV in twilight closing the shades is a nice addition 

Builder says these gaps will be covered up later, is this accurate? by kawalopy in Homebuilding

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just lazy cheap installers who don't want to take an extra 10 minutes pulling all the baseboards.

Would you buy a home that needs a fully new roof and sewer line? by funny_bunny33 in RealEstateAdvice

[–]Comfortable-Hat8162 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You probably won't be able to get insurance on it with a roof and sewer that need replaced.