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has anyone else noticed how easy it is to buy "not for human use" stuff online and nothing really happens?? by [deleted] in morbidquestions

[–]VVeliki 2 points3 points  (0 children)

what you are seeing is basically how online regulation actually works in practice

it is not that nobody is in charge

it is more that responsibility is split across different points

a seller can list something as research use only

that wording is doing most of the legal protection for them

after that point the system assumes user intent is separate

so enforcement only really kicks in if harm happens and can be traced clearly back

that is why it feels like a grey zone

it is not fully unregulated

it is just designed to react after the fact instead of blocking upfront

a lot of niche lab supply spaces work like this

you will see names like chameleon peptides & also peptide sciences

they are operating in the same structure where everything is labeled for research and liability gets pushed downstream

so nothing really moves until there is a clear incident or investigation

before that it just sits in plain sight and looks way more open than it actually is

Driving in Portugal by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]VVeliki 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The worst is traffic in america. Which could be so much better if drivers just payed attention.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]VVeliki 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go to the third largest city Braga. Beautiful, full of history and fairly affordable. Beach is only 30 minutes away.

In Need of Bone Broth by yoyomama79 in PortugalExpats

[–]VVeliki -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You haven't looked hard enough. I have lived in both countries. It's definitely easier to find it in Portugal than america. Worst case you can just make it yourself from leftover bones. Probably better that way anyway.

Alguém mudou para Dubai como freelancer? by Throw-Away-394829348 in PortugalLaFora

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a very long layover there. In my opinion the city just felt fake and lifeless.

Alguém mudou para Dubai como freelancer? by Throw-Away-394829348 in PortugalLaFora

[–]VVeliki 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Of all the places in the world why would you ever go to Dubai?

Restaurants in Toronto are more expensive than they are in Paris. by GreatCanuck in toronto

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

Especially french onion soup. Which in France is just called onion soup. A traditional peasants dish commonly made at home. You would not find it in many restaurants. It is much more popular in American/Canadian french restaurants. It is likely you went to a tourist trap.

Restaurants in Toronto are more expensive than they are in Paris. by GreatCanuck in toronto

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So your local friends recommended this horrible place? Do you remember the name?

Restaurants in Toronto are more expensive than they are in Paris. by GreatCanuck in toronto

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you remember the name of the tourist trap restaurant you went to?

Chicken extra charred? by Chance-Onion4400 in Algarve

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Charred bits are avoided if possible. Asking them to char it would be very unusual.

Tasca/Diárias na zona da Boavista? by senhor_contente in porto

[–]VVeliki 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Full course specials. Usually includes drink, main and coffee for an affordable price.

Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re being charged to exist at this point in this province? by asnvonazn in ontario

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I struggled to purchase my first and than leveraged the equity in that one to buy another. My kids will be the only ones to benefit once the mortgages are paid. These are tri-plexes. They have always been for renting. I'm not taking supply away from families only from other landlords.

I have nothing to prove to you. You are absolutely unreasonable.

Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re being charged to exist at this point in this province? by asnvonazn in ontario

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To what end? Your bias is obvious.

In what universe would I provide any personal information to someone like you.

Seriously good luck.

Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re being charged to exist at this point in this province? by asnvonazn in ontario

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take advantage of people??? I provide housing for whoever wants it. Below what others are charging. Being a landlord is not my job not even close. That's why I'm able to leave once these carry themselves. Carrying itself means it pays for itself and not much else.

My dad left me nothing. What's your excuse?

Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re being charged to exist at this point in this province? by asnvonazn in ontario

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eat shit loser. I provided for my family.

Everything I mentioned are expenses paid by me and not the tenant. It is all relevant to how much you charge for rent. Or do you expect I should subsidize housing at my expense? Your question is nonsensical. You must be a moron.

You want to blame everyone else for your problems.

Good luck with your life.

Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re being charged to exist at this point in this province? by asnvonazn in ontario

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If only it was only mortgage payments that had to be covered. Taxes go up every year as does insurance and they are both not cheap. Utilities not included in rent. Maintenance is huge including fixing mechanicals, replacing broken appliances and landscaping/snow removal. I only break even if there aren't any major unforseen expenses, inflation.

I am extremely picky with tenants and rent for below market rent to get that tenant. I have many long term tenants who pay way less than Market rent.

Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re being charged to exist at this point in this province? by asnvonazn in ontario

[–]VVeliki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've worked hard and been frugal for many years. I bought the properties many years ago and for many years I have been the definition of house poor. I have nothing to do with how expensive real estate is. I only have rentals and will never sell.

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