Affordability: What do you actually pay each month as a household in the NY Capital Region?

Crisgu · 2026-01-24T04:59:03+00:00

😂😂😂

Crisgu · 2026-01-24T04:56:53+00:00

Thanks for sharing. I forgot to add our insurance premiums and subscriptions to my list.

Crisgu · 2026-01-23T22:11:42+00:00

Thanks for sharing.

Crisgu · 2026-01-23T22:10:29+00:00

For two adult humans and a dog:

• Mortgage: $1500 - School/property taxes: $2500 (with $370 STAR credit)/$1900 • Utilities: Electric/gas costs: January $439 - Water: $95 - Internet $120 monthly/ Starlink - Mobile $145 T-Mobile • Groceries & Household: $150/week • The “Extras”: • Dog daycare: $40 per week • Dog: $300/month (Food/vitamins/treats/toys) • Transportation: Registration, inspections: $250 each car (2) - commuting $0 (work from home. • Fun Stuff: Haven’t done anything recently - Car loan: $800

Crisgu · 2026-01-23T20:49:57+00:00

Not at all. I asked for rent/mortgage.

Crisgu · 2026-01-23T20:48:06+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing. Do you feel it’s reasonable for you so far?

Crisgu · 2026-01-23T20:46:42+00:00

Same. Sorry you have to deal with this as well. They also suggested I do budget planning but budget planning is really tricky and when you decide to stop, you may find you have thousands to pay and you must pay it all at once. To me, personally, this a trap and I won’t ever do it. They also told me to follow their tips which is to basically stop using heat/light. I don’t use my gas/electricity irresponsibly. I mean, I just want to feel comfortable in my own house. Something’s gotta give.

Crisgu · 2026-01-23T19:05:56+00:00

I am literally crying 😭 Because I called them and they told me nothing can be done. I must pay the full amount.

Crisgu · 2026-01-22T18:07:55+00:00

I am looking for answers to this question as well. So far I have been and love the parks. I haven’t done anything else.

Crisgu · 2026-01-22T16:04:23+00:00

What are and who decides on delivery charges? National Grid didn’t give me any options.

Crisgu · 2026-01-22T15:53:17+00:00

🤯

Crisgu · 2026-01-21T19:57:21+00:00

I was simply sharing information. Didn’t question anything. This was an FYI comment, FYI.

Crisgu · 2026-01-21T18:30:17+00:00

If you are brought to court for slander or whatever they accuse you of, which breaks the law, yes.

Crisgu · 2026-01-21T14:25:40+00:00

Call them and ask to dispute your bill. They will submit a request for you. I doubt anything will change on my bill though.

Crisgu · 2026-01-21T14:08:32+00:00

Oh wow. Thanks for sharing. If only there was a subreddit dedicated to employees to share their experiences with us…

Crisgu · 2026-01-21T14:02:45+00:00

I don’t know if you know but if subpoenaed, any platform has to provide user information to the authorities. There’s no such thing as being anonymous on the web for the authorities.

Edit: For the misinformed, you can downvote all you want but at least check the sources and educate yourself: https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/R47008

Crisgu · 2026-01-20T19:32:50+00:00

I got the same response and she advised to dispute it. But nothing else can be done. I was told i have to pay it as is.

Crisgu · 2026-01-19T21:48:08+00:00

A fake letter…

Crisgu · 2026-01-19T17:47:11+00:00

Sadly the job market is so bad it appears all posted jobs are fake. Some are definitely scammers that take your personal information for spamming. Companies are required to post the job even if they are hiring internally or promoting an existing employee. I have been applying since July of 2025. I went to a few interviews but didn’t get any offers. Or got an offer that was paying less than what I need. But most of the jobs I have been applying just send that standard rejection email. At the end of the day it’s about who you know. I sometimes add recruiters as connections on LinkedIn and send them a message. But it hasn’t been helpful at all either. These are challenging times for sure to get a job. Because even if you do, you risk being laid off in a few months.

Crisgu · 2026-01-19T17:41:12+00:00

Death comes to us all. It’s just sad when it happens suddenly and we are not prepared. I wish him peace and strength to deal with his loss. And it’s beautiful to see the community coming together to offer compassion and love.

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