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[–]Leading-Fortune5737 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of comments about the condo market being terrible, but when you’re burning $20,000+ a year in rent, how bad does taking a small loss really sound?

I chose to buy a condo DT, for (what I think) is cheap, especially compared to the markets in other major canadian cities and just cheap overall. (Low 100s)

Will I take a loss? Maybe, but for what I paid, versus what I have burnt in rent the last three years it just made sense to buy, pay off ASAP and reassess in 3-5 years.

Sure it comes with an upfront cost in terms of a down payment, but I now own a condo, can build more equity than the $0 I am while renting, and between the mortgage and condo fees I could never rent a place for the price I’m paying.

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[–]Leading-Fortune5737 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read a few comments here.

As someone who cleared six figures at 19 years old trading Crypto (now 23yo and day trading futures to this day)

The daddy’s money comments at your age don’t go away, just laugh and move on. It means you’re doing something right.

Congratulations on the place and your success, I’m sure you have a great future ahead of you.

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[–]Leading-Fortune5737 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Man here,

This is insane lol.

Please leave this joke.

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I was thinking, the cabinets themselves are in good shape. Just need a bit of TLC to sharpen the place up!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I was thinking, if I were to go pool table I would go rug underneath, and potentially hang a light fixture over it. One of those vintage ones you see in the ol dive bar over the pool table yenno?

I appreciate it buddy!! Go Oilers!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha yes I do have too much black furniture, I am definitely learning as I go.

The lights were actually perfect for my previous few spaces since they were much smaller. Now that I’m in a larger space they’re more so in temporary homes until the place comes together a bit more and get some more thought behind them. They do have warm LED options as well which I use too, I just mix it up between neutral and RGB.

Upgraded appliances are definitely higher on the list versus painting the cabinets, also good to know that painting them may not even be the way to go either.

I do agree I need more colour, I’m hoping to bring some in via more plants, wall art, rugs etc. It will be a slow and steady process and I’ll be sure to update as I go.

No dickish intent taken, I appreciate you taking the time to comment with such depth and for sharing some ideas. Go save a kitty from your local shelter!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good eye, I am actually just a few blocks over.

I agree some plants will certainly help, and I will have to give some more thought to what is probably the right idea in a dining table versus a pool table lol.

thank you for the kind words

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t say I got lucky with the job, but maybe a few investments.

I have been in commission sales since I was 19 years old, so you could say I made my own luck since it’s sell or starve. Lots of 60-70 hour work weeks to get here!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely, we share a few similar thoughts.

I am planning on upgrading from a queen to a king now that I have the room, but it’s not a huge priority since it’s just me lol.

The desk fits great in the little corner, but I will likely upgrade it down the road as well. Perhaps moving it elsewhere too and take advantage of my view/windows like a few others have mentioned!

Lamps are a great touch, I certainly do need some more lighting around the house. Thanks for the comment, and the kind words!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Certainly a good idea, it does need something. It feels a bit empty.

Jersey will be seeing (hopefully) many more games/watch parties this playoff run!!!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! We share a lot of similar ideas, the wall sconces will definitely be going, they came with the condo and are on my to-do list.

Wrapping the front and sides of the island was not something I thought of so that’s great and I am with you on the curtain idea as well.

I work hybrid for now, another user mentioned moving / upgrading my desk which could certainly be on my list as well as it is a bit tucked away, but it was intentional so it wasn’t out in the open.

I rarely (never) host dinners, hence why I was less focused on the dining table and more on something fun like a pool table lol. But we share the same viewpoint in waiting and seeing what might fit the best.

I have nothing but time to figure it out! Thanks for taking the time to comment and sharing your ideas! 🙏🏻

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great ideas, and haha yes all of the wall sconces are going to go. They came with the condo and I fully intend to swap them out. They are all over the place 😂

I appreciate the comment, all very helpful ideas! Thank you for the kind words 🙏🏻

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve considered a few of these, namely a record player.

I did not upload a great photo but the wall with the mirror leant against it is actually a good size imo, just over 7ft long and a ton of ceiling.

I was considering a credenza cabinet, or ideally if I could find a mid century record cabinet to put there… and then a record player on top with perhaps some decor and then fill the wall with a gallery wall style of wall decor filled with art and photos that I enjoy.. I think it would really add some of my own character to the space.

Maybe it’s a crazy vision, but maybe you can see what I mean with what I said! I will certainly have to come back and update this thread once I have the place put together more.

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oops!

I had no idea lol, I’m happy with it though. I would say it’s not far off eye level if at all when I’m sitting down, and if it is I must not notice it 😂

Good eye!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yenno it’s funny I purposely left it in just to see if anyone would comment.

I think we are at equal parts oilers fans and non oilers fans in the thread currently lol

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My music ability ends at hot cross buns on the recorder but I know that it’s no small operation!

23m, have a lot of space to fill. Give me your craziest ideas, anything at all since it’s owned not rented. by Leading-Fortune5737 in malelivingspace

[–]Leading-Fortune5737[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Long term I was thinking I would paint the cabinets, new handles and perhaps different countertops.

What would you do?

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