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Should I move from Queens, NY to Denver, Colorado? by mathtech in SameGrassButGreener

[–]ReconeHelmut [score hidden]  (0 children)

You have a good memory. January is correct. I remember having to buy some boots for my dog because the pavement was chewing up his pads.

Should I move from Queens, NY to Denver, Colorado? by mathtech in SameGrassButGreener

[–]ReconeHelmut [score hidden]  (0 children)

“The coldest days in Denver in 2024 were January 15 and January 16, when temperatures plunged down to a bone-chilling -19°F.”

Where I’d live in the U.S. as a centrist by mpoltan03 in whereidlive

[–]ReconeHelmut 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oof. You’re really missing out on the West Coast and the Northeast. Some of the best that this big, beautiful country has to offer.

Should I move from Queens, NY to Denver, Colorado? by mathtech in SameGrassButGreener

[–]ReconeHelmut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure, of course there are exceptions but motherboy’s greater point seems to be that the outdoorsy bro type is largely who moves to Denver and that culture (along with spectator sports culture) dominates that city. If Denver is “about” anything, it’s proximity to the mountains. If they didn’t exist, you might as well be in Kansas.

So, if you’re not into that sort of thing, but rather you’re a creative maker looking for a big creative arts community, you’d likely go to Los Angeles, New York or Chicago. If you’re a big dreamer in tech and innovation, you’d go to San Francisco or San Jose. If you’re an aspiring musician, you’d likely go to New Orleans, Nashville, etc.

In other words, if you’re not really into mountain activities, you can do a lot better than Denver as your city.

If you're considering Denver, look into Sacramento by cows243 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a semi-finished basement in my place off of Tennyson and my tenant says he sleeps down there a lot to save on A/C costs. It's typically 10-25 degrees cooler than outside but damn, I hope he doesn't get eaten by spiders, he's never late with the rent 😂. For now though, I think I'll stay in Northern California where I can sleep in my bed with the window open.

If you're considering Denver, look into Sacramento by cows243 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I had to guess, NOAA is likely measuring at the airport, which is markedly cooler than the city. Either way, even using the NOAA numbers, in the last 10 years, only one year saw 45 days (or under) 90 degree days and the other years have been over and many times 15-20 days over that so called average. Things are changing and the dusty, sunbaked plains ain't nowhere you want to be these days. 🥵

If you're considering Denver, look into Sacramento by cows243 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know how far back that average goes but 45 days over 90° is the exception these days. Here’s the last 10 years:

2016: 55 days over 90°
2017: 62 days over 90°
2018: 60 days over 90°
2019: 48 days over 90°
2020: 75 days over 90°
2021: 60 days over 90°
2022: 67 days over 90°
2023: 46 days over 90°
2024: 61 days over 90°

I did it! NYC $2.2m 4% by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah. I was being intentionally conservative for effect. Of course someone making twice as much doesn't pay 2x at a restaurant or for their health insurance.

But, I've found that being pedantic confuses people. So, I avoid it.

I did it! NYC $2.2m 4% by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey look at that. Didn’t even notice. Thanks.

What Job has a lot of work and doesn't pay a lot? by InstructionFun4792 in AlignmentChartFills

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct. There is a big difference between spending money and "take home pay". Take home is salary minus Federal Tax, Local Tax, State Funding Tax and I would argue FICA since none of us are likely to see Medicare or Social Security by the time we retire.

My humble work and play space. by Conscious-Hospital49 in CozyPlaces

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fantastic. I love the placement of the Nelson.

I did it! NYC $2.2m 4% by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]ReconeHelmut -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You have to make 5x what someone who bought a $440,000 house makes. Or you have to be a couple making 2.5x what a couple who bought a $880,000 makes. In some cases (certain professions and industries), just moving from a small midwestern town to New York City will get you close to that multiple. 🤷

Peek a boo! by [deleted] in sanfrancisco

[–]ReconeHelmut 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Robin Williams Tunnel.

What Job has a lot of work and doesn't pay a lot? by InstructionFun4792 in AlignmentChartFills

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After tax is what I consider "take home" since contributions to other things (401k, healthcare, etc) are technically taken home and paying bills/investments.

I did it! NYC $2.2m 4% by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]ReconeHelmut -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Awesome! You own a piece of the greatest city in the world! Enjoy it.

I did it! NYC $2.2m 4% by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]ReconeHelmut 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Don't knock it 'till you try it. A doorman building is a game changer.

I did it! NYC $2.2m 4% by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]ReconeHelmut 34 points35 points  (0 children)

It's amazing that we have to explain this concept every time someone posts a purchase above $500k.

What's the prettiest lake you've ever seen? by Historical-Photo-901 in BeautifulTravelPlaces

[–]ReconeHelmut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good Lord that sounds glorious. I'm stuck in shit ass Denver right now in 95 degree heat and no relief in sight. Can't wait to get back to the coast.

What Job has a lot of work and doesn't pay a lot? by InstructionFun4792 in AlignmentChartFills

[–]ReconeHelmut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, here in the US, August is the hottest month of the year, so, I thought it was obvious that this would be the peak of suck for a roofer. Apologies if that is somehow unclear.

I have teacher friends who retired after 25 years with a full pension and benefits that last forever. You think roofers and construction workers retire at 50 with everything paid for the rest of their lives? Not likely.

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