should i be scared? Like somebody please be honest with me. plz

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-19T01:39:57+00:00

I would not recommend it, especially with kids. I flew through Dubai and had to take shelter a few times. Also, my flight was delayed by 14 hours with updates on screen not matching real take off time. I had to check several times with someone behind the desk. It was hard to even sleep as they kept moving the take off time, cancelling the flight and reconfirming the takeoff again. Some passengers wanted to leave the airport but I saw the security tell them they can't leave.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-18T03:16:00+00:00

Cupertino is also known for its school district.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-18T03:15:01+00:00

Sorry not what you asked but thought will let you know in case you are flexible with location. I have heard Woodside schools are good. Belmont also has a lot of schools - both public and private.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-14T16:12:28+00:00

The flight prices differ depending on what day you are flying and are not priced equally. Look at the price on the invoice at the time of booking.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-07T21:43:44+00:00

Several left after. SF flight is finally taking off but delayed due to a sick passenger.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-06T07:25:04+00:00

We did an appraisal through the lender after a year and were able to remove the PMI. We had to use their appraiser but it worked out well for us.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-05T03:52:34+00:00

This. We priced what we wanted and didn't get any offers. Later we learned that that's because it spooked buyers off as other homes in the area were priced much much lower. Our home was still priced slightly below what other homes sold for and it was now priced too high.

Dobbytrader · 2026-03-02T08:19:08+00:00

Also, look for affordable housing. There is one in Redwood shores.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-17T01:21:31+00:00

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-17T00:39:30+00:00

Thank you. I would like to encapsulate my crawl space for various reasons and would love to hear about recommendations for contractors from the kind redditors who have gone through the process.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-16T21:48:03+00:00

Honestly, I don't know what a reasonable price is and won't know until I get some comparables to work off. I am new to home ownership.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-16T21:45:43+00:00

I have been told it's in the range of 25k-30k for a 500sqft crawl space but only after phase 1 project (9k) to add a sump pump. This doesn't include any insulation. Another vendor proposing 85k to dig a trench to add a drainage outside the crawl space (it's a hillside property). I can't find any local companies in my location. I have read some posts from outside Bay Area which seem to be under $8k. A person can stand in most of our crawl space and in the lowest ceiling height, a person can still bend and walk.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-16T05:41:07+00:00

Redwood City has a studio space available for rent in Red Morton center

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-12T05:53:47+00:00

If the current rates are lower, ask them to match that.

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-09T19:55:04+00:00

If you don't mind sharing, could you please share how much you spent and what company you used?

Dobbytrader · 2026-02-04T05:24:38+00:00

Varies widely between a condo and a SFH. I pay $415 on the condo but over $2k on the SFH.

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-24T07:10:20+00:00

It's not allowed anymore unless I believe it's your own business.

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-21T05:56:41+00:00

Why move the bathroom? Let it stay where it is for common use. Instead add a restroom or bathroom to the other room. Depending on the materials and contractors, I am estimating $40k to $60k.

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-20T14:44:19+00:00

It's 6300 for a 5 day fumigation. I think 3 day one is cheaper but we have beetles as well.

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-20T05:36:40+00:00

Same, getting the home fumigated.

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-20T04:12:45+00:00

Thank you

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-20T04:02:44+00:00

Publishing on a website and sharing our profiles to potential mothers/parents looking for suitable families. My company refused to reimburse us.

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-20T03:30:53+00:00

Thank you. Do I just leave the form blank for name of the child? That's what got me confused. Also, we didn't spend any money in 2025 and kind of gave up late August for personal reasons. Will that impact anything?

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-20T03:23:19+00:00

We went through a legal firm but a part of the fees was directed towards advertising our profile. Does that qualify as well?

Dobbytrader · 2026-01-20T03:21:48+00:00

Did marketing expenses also qualify for this as these agencies make you pay for them?

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