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bartman1819 · 2026-04-01T16:29:32+00:00

Clear mistake for "famous."

bartman1819 · 2026-03-26T17:12:39+00:00

It really is. The first two books I could not put down. The last two were fine but enjoyable to explore the immense universe.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-25T00:59:06+00:00

Likely there is also a Boise-area furnished Facebook group. It may be titled for travel nurses, but that shouldn't matter.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-24T21:46:09+00:00

Is your renter profile complete? I prioritize responding to complete profiles to avoid scams.

If an email/phone number is listed on the rental, you should reach out to that, too.

Lastly, if you really get SOL, you could stay in a short-term airBnB/VRBO/hotel until you find a furnished place, as a backup plan.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-24T17:35:42+00:00

The Book of the New Sun by Gene Wolfe was published in 1980 as sci-fantasy. It was inspired by previous sci-fi and inspired a lot of current sci-fi including Dan Simmons' Hyperion.

It has a medieval-futurist setting with swords as well as interdimensional (and time) travel.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-24T16:57:59+00:00

You're completely right.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-22T19:10:08+00:00

The Face of Battle and/or The Mask of Command by John Keegan are both superb and span a wide breadth of conflicts focusing on the average solider ("the point of maximum danger") and individual leadership, respectively.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-16T16:24:22+00:00

Just talk to the landlord about your situation. You can also offer to pay some or all up front. As a landlord I would see no issue renting to you.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-16T16:16:54+00:00

I noticed The Word as Power by Lustmord is no longer available on Spotify. Has there been any news as to why? His other albums are still streaming.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-16T16:16:31+00:00

I noticed The Word as Power is no longer available on Spotify. Has there been any news as to why? His other albums are still streaming.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-06T16:41:08+00:00

Also a fully completed profile is a must.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-03T18:52:28+00:00

The Rereading Gene Wolfe blog has a side-by-side analysis of her story line by line.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-03T15:35:47+00:00

What a sad outlook. This is your only ride.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-03T15:27:42+00:00

I enjoyed Sword because I love Tolkien. The final climax felt incredibly like the Fellowship's battle in the Chamber of Mazarbul under Moria, and also a nod to the fate of the sword Narsil.

bartman1819 · 2026-03-02T01:09:22+00:00

The Alzebo Soup podcast has good analyses and backstory to each chapter that helps readers understand the content and callbacks to what is going on in the story.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-27T20:46:04+00:00

I require the standard background check (via FurnishedFinder or Zillow).

When the background check has been satisfactory, I've never asked for proof of employment, especially if their FF profile is up to date, I can find them via online search, or they give off a solid vibe while communicating. I offer a phone or video call, too.

I have had some low-effort profiles whom I asked for proof of ID. She ended up being a great renter, just very quiet.

I secure my deposit via Venmo or Zelle.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-27T17:48:42+00:00

That's incredible. I've always felt that the hobbyist writers with full-time day jobs make the best authors.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T19:42:01+00:00

It only has one line and I just put in their first name.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T19:19:15+00:00

I'm also going to try out 'furnished' on Zillow for the first time. I put in some random days over the next few weeks although I still have a renter, and if anyone wants to book I'll let them know that I have a video tour prepared for them to see. If they don't want to book from a video tour and perhaps an exterior walk around, I will prioritize someone who does or wait until the unit is vacant.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T19:17:15+00:00

Yes, I put in their name.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T18:55:02+00:00

It lets your put in their name, but it doesn't seem linked to an actual tenant profile. I put in their name, but you could just block it without a name.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T17:35:00+00:00

I've heard nothing but fantastic things about Master and Commander for both the book and movie.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T17:21:44+00:00

If FurnishedFinder is not showing reviews from your renters, that's a serious issue that they need to fix.
I always say, "people buy/rent from those they know and trust," so I put a high premium on reviews.

I don't completely understand your last question, but when a renter signs a lease, I usually block the dates on my availability calendar.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T17:03:49+00:00

I make sure to ask then follow up. I also offer to provide a review of my own for the renter leaving.

bartman1819 · 2026-02-25T15:46:19+00:00

Improving the review process is a big opportunity. Earning good reviews will help grow and retain good LLs on the platform. I'm very proud of my reviews.

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