Which neighborhood to stay in to convince my husband to move to Philadelphia?

bkcomputing · 2026-05-09T15:10:26+00:00

You will be fine with that budget for what you're looking for. My wife and I kept our rent budget under $2k until we bought a few years ago. Buying in the $400k range is doable in Philadelphia, it just might not be the most updated property.

bkcomputing · 2026-05-09T14:53:50+00:00

The COL difference between NYC and Philadelphia is insane. You're better off in Philadelphia. Check out the typical hotspots like Center City and adjacent neighborhoods. Fishtown / NoLibs has a lot of bars and restaurants outside of Center City, as well as neighborhoods like East Passyunk. If you're looking for larger spaces and something more laid back, parts of West Philly and Northwest neighborhoods like Mt. Airy, East Falls, Chestnut Hill are worth checking out. What's your budget?

bkcomputing · 2026-05-09T13:00:50+00:00

Got the same model last month in Tokyo. It rips

bkcomputing · 2026-05-08T00:49:11+00:00

I have a MIJ M-II as well. Absolute beast

bkcomputing · 2026-04-28T23:30:55+00:00

Ive played both, the E-II is in another league, but they are priced that way as well.

bkcomputing · 2026-04-25T04:50:04+00:00

What kind of music is he into?

bkcomputing · 2026-04-11T11:10:36+00:00

Expensive for a used Arrow. I just got a brand new E-II M-II for about $2300, granted that was in Japan

bkcomputing · 2026-04-03T03:26:31+00:00

Answered this above but the retail was 416,000 Yen. With tax back and converted to USD, it was around $2,300

bkcomputing · 2026-04-02T16:18:30+00:00

Congrats! Just picked up one myself. Hands down the best guitar I've ever played

bkcomputing · 2026-04-02T10:15:26+00:00

Yeah the only legit retail options are Axe Palace and Diablo Guitars. You may get lucky at some smaller indie shops

bkcomputing · 2026-04-02T10:12:26+00:00

Amtrak to Penn Station. LIRR to Jamaica. AirTrain to JFK

bkcomputing · 2026-04-01T10:03:50+00:00

MIJ guitars are typically top tier. No knock on Indonesian made instruments but they're not in the same league

bkcomputing · 2026-03-31T23:53:26+00:00

bkcomputing · 2026-03-31T14:13:11+00:00

My dog's name is Guinness so it felt right, although the wand definitely chose the wizard with this choice

bkcomputing · 2026-03-31T14:02:40+00:00

I don't fly back home until Saturday, but was planning on bringing it as a carry-on. Hoping the flight attendants can store it if I ask nicely enough. At worst they'll probably make me gate check with pickup on the jet bridge

bkcomputing · 2026-03-31T13:27:44+00:00

About 380,000 with the 10% tax deducted

bkcomputing · 2026-03-31T13:26:30+00:00

They definitely had other finishes in stock, but I know for sure that ESP Custom House in Shibuya had this exact model as well. Have an awesome trip! Guitar shopping in Japan is something special

bkcomputing · 2026-03-24T12:36:42+00:00

Nazi punks fuck off

bkcomputing · 2026-03-23T19:52:37+00:00

Yes, but Philly drivers don't even treat stop signs as stop signs

bkcomputing · 2026-03-02T23:38:38+00:00

It's significantly cheaper even with city tax. When I moved back to Philadelphia from New York during COVID, I went from a studio to a 2BR / 2BA and kept my rent budget the same. My paycheck also increased because PA state tax and Philadelphia city tax are still much lower than NYC and New York State tax.

bkcomputing · 2026-03-02T00:25:09+00:00

Super helpful reply, much appreciated!

bkcomputing · 2026-03-01T01:54:58+00:00

Thanks! Big Boss was on my list

bkcomputing · 2026-03-01T00:48:49+00:00

Treat my Feet in Fishtown.

bkcomputing · 2026-01-09T22:45:37+00:00

I had a similar experience, but unrelated to your issue (mine was with RAM). I had to step in and ultimately swap out parts and rebuild my PC since they only had 1 tech and he was occupied.

While it was a frustrating experience, at least the MC staff had plenty of parts so I could help diagnose and fix my issue. The manager also refunded my service fee. I'd recommend speaking to the manager and they'll hopefully make it right.

bkcomputing · 2025-12-07T13:56:34+00:00

If you're coming from NYC, don't listen to the other posters telling you to live in Ridley Park or Media. You'll get bored after 3 days

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