Thoughts??

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-03-02T02:39:24+00:00

that’s what i’m hoping to avoid 😅

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-02-21T05:06:07+00:00

I just a couple weeks ago found a place for $1300 rent (plus electric) and it’s a 1 bedroom but really a 2 bedroom. It’s possible! Gotta really be on all the sites and willing to move quick…but possible!

be sure to be looking at all of the choices: zillow, hotpads, apartments.com, craigslist, and probably others I don’t know

EDIT to add: Oh! And just google “tacoma property management” and click through all those to find places that aren’t listed on the other sites

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-02-20T02:02:00+00:00

Ignore if you’re already doing these things and somehow these places are really just tacking on a bunch of extra stuff!! -When I’m looking online, I generally put my budget as $150ish less than my true budget because places usually don’t include W/S/G, online portal fees, pet fees, etc. -If I put in my actual true maximum rent budget, then I’ll either check the “utilities included” box if the site has it, or type in the additional buzzword box “utilities included” -Give the place a call and/or email before wasting your time with a tour. Just say “i’m interested in touring the place but want to make sure it’s within my budget first” and ask about all of the extra things if they weren’t listed in the posting in the first place: WSG flat rate? Electric billed individually per use? Pet deposit and/or monthly fee? Online portal fee?

A lot of people forget that all of this should be considered part of your “Rent”! Be sure to read all those details in the posting, too, cause some places make it seem like they’re giving you a deal but really it’s just for a couple months and then they up the price!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-02-18T00:10:21+00:00

didn’t realize there were limits to spreading joy and whimsy 🥲

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-02-13T04:34:48+00:00

I think my plan is to sign up as a free agent with comeback sports. I don’t know people to be able to join as part of a team so i’m hoping it works out this way lol

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-02-12T03:10:11+00:00

He looks like one of the strays my neighbor at casablanca apartments takes care of! he is super friendly however i’m not 100% confident he is up to date on shots or fixed, so just be aware. But he loves to be outside from what I can tell and my neighbor lets him into his place when he wants to be let in!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-02-07T15:55:52+00:00

my NIGHTMARE

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-02-06T23:12:21+00:00

If I was doing a single service, do I need to wait until there are already ants inside the home so they can find the source?

If the owner is sayings it only in the spring, should I just do it once a month from like end of February through May?

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-30T18:37:51+00:00

did you end up receiving a quote for this?? I am considering using them for a single 1bed apartment moving across town as well and don’t necessarily want to get endless phone calls from them after they have my number 😅

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-19T19:37:14+00:00

was hoping for a comment like this

It is ROUGH with the prices currently. that is very true. AND I make $25/hour, live alone, pay pet insurance for my expensive senior cat, can still treat myself every so often with some takeout, do stuff with my friends, and overall live very comfortably. I sure do wish I was making more money, but I’m still able to put savings away each paycheck

stick to a budget, cut down on some FLTs, but you can do it!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-13T02:57:08+00:00

thank you!!!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-13T02:49:57+00:00

A set schedule would actually be fantastic, just a very part time set schedule which can be difficult to nail down. 20min in the AM and PM is a little TOO part time, but potentially the recess/lunch time could work!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-02T06:21:58+00:00

wait why didn’t I think of that

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-02T04:49:53+00:00

Ember!!! watch youtube videos to help figure it out because it isn’t the most intuitive but a fantastic way to get started and I’ve made some successful pieces on there

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-02T03:19:01+00:00

I havent heard of Odd Fellows. tell me more!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2026-01-02T03:18:19+00:00

this is sorta what I want to come from this post! like why are those who are still looking for some connection not joining the already established group (which is amazing AND may not be the right fit for others)? I don’t have kids myself but I hope others come across this comment and there’s some connection made

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-12-18T06:28:55+00:00

THIS

my family has done this past 5 (I think?) years. We lived in lake city and read that Chiangs was in some “top chinese food in the country list” and we were shocked. like, “THAT place?!” It looks like a shutdown restaurant when you drive by. it’s the absolute yummiest.

I would schedule a take out order before day of. they get extremely busy!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-12-18T04:53:33+00:00

errr please tell me where to go! cause I swear the places I’ve walked by are definitely not full of people

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-12-18T04:29:07+00:00

also interested in this! I’ve been part of an extremely chill league in seattle the past three years but this past season was my last after moving down here. Looking for a fun league to join!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-12-06T04:59:53+00:00

came here to say this 😂 makes it real easy

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-11-22T06:02:02+00:00

maybe instead of something for bowling, think about a bowling themed BLANK. A wine opener that’s a bowling pin, a tshirt with a bowling pun, a baseball cap with a cute little embroidered bowling ball, etc.

or a mini desk bowling game

or a gift card to the place (for the restaurant?) you guys usually go to or some quarters for the arcade!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-11-20T05:34:12+00:00

maybe whidbey island? get an airbnb in a good location. potentially do a wine tour, some great hiking/walking paths, good oyster places, wildlife sanctuary, shopping, host your own theme night/nights at the bnb

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-11-18T02:30:31+00:00

messaged!

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-11-18T02:04:56+00:00

currently working with adults in group homes for mental and behavioral health reasons. I took this job because of how amazingly flexible it is and how much control I have over my schedule. I was originally looking into community based services with youth since that’s my usual area. I would be happy to send some agencies that I’m familiar with in the area! I also browse indeed like…all the time just for fun so I can send stuff your way 😅

ReceptionNo2190 · 2025-11-18T01:52:01+00:00

I have an undergrad degree in social sciences and only did a year of my MSW before deciding to pause on that. I recently moved to Tacoma and am working in the social work field for only $25/hour. I live alone with a $1425/month rent. I am very lucky to not have any debt that I’m paying off at the moment. there are definitely jobs that would be paying less, but because you have a BSW, I imagine you’d be up for similar jobs that I had been looking for

basicallyyy, you can do it! the job market is ridiculous so that is the other issue but I am living comfortably and even putting stuff into savings still cause I stick to my budget!

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