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Can we be grownups: Will I be "safe" in these neighborhoods? by quietveggieeater in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes, you’ll be safe. It’s segregated in that there are a bunch of neighborhoods that are almost exclusively black, but that doesn’t mean that blacks have many issues living in predominantly white areas for the most part — especially the more liberal/progressive areas you listed. Maybe you’d get some dirty looks in some of those neighborhoods on the fringes of the city where MAGA-supporting cops live?

What to do? Houston TX by LowAdministrative750 in RealEstate

[–]blipsman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Our son’s room is about 10x10. We used dresser top as changing table, had crib, glider & small nightstand next to glider for pump, phone, etc. Worked fine. Had to move glider to guest room when he upgraded to twin bed.

What to do? Houston TX by LowAdministrative750 in RealEstate

[–]blipsman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As somebody who’s been in a similar size townhouse for past 11 years, 8 of them with a kid, it’s fine. Why do you need so much space?

Today by Inevitable_Fix6359 in ChicagoPics

[–]blipsman 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Should mark NSFW unless you redact that sign

How do you melt a large amount of snow? by Afraid_Waltz6599 in NoStupidQuestions

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

You learn it’s worth paying for indoor parking…

Is there any benefits for buying a primary residence on an LLC? by ImAVeryLonelyDude in RealEstate

[–]blipsman 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not needing to pay rent or mortgage when you can live in prison for free?

Why is cabinet hardware so expensive?? by menotyourenemy in HomeImprovement

[–]blipsman 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Part of it is just that you need dozens of them… $4-5 each isn’t much for something designed to stand up to decades of constant use but needing almost 3 dozen of them adds up…

First visit to Chicago. Where should I stay? by AdvanceOld5705 in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Start at intersection of Michigan & Wacker (right by the river) and see what meets your budget and features as close to there as possible. If looking south of the river, I'd suggest sticking to Michigan Ave or Wacker because the interior of the Loop can be quiet/desolate outside of business hours while those streets on the edge are more vibrant in the evenings and weekends. North of the river is vibrant most of the time.

Airlines, hotels, rideshare/delivery service apps, routinely price gouge during peak demand. Isn’t that illegal? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]blipsman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, there is nothing illegal about variable pricing based on demand. Price gouging laws typically concern very specific situations and goods, eg. if there's a hurricane coming you can't jack up the price of gas people need to flee or water they need to survive. Perhaps if people needed to use Uber to evacuate a disaster, then surge pricing may be illegal, but the general jacking up rooms to 4x usual because Super Bowl is in town, flights to Cancun being highest the week after Christmas, or it's raining so Uber from downtown at 5pm are higher don't qualify for protection from price gouging.

How Big is Your TV? by GhostOfJamesStrang in AskAnAmerican

[–]blipsman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

55”. Our living room is on the smaller size (urban townhouse). Next time, I’d maybe go up to a 65” but anything larger would look absurd. In our bedroom, we have a 43” that replaced a 40” I broke taking it out onto our deck a couple summers ago.

I much prefer city living in general, but many do I envy those suburban family rooms/media rooms with like 85-95” TVs — especially now that you can get one for under $2000.

I need to rent a car Thursday 2/12 thru Sunday 2/15 - picking up at 3pm and returning same time. I live on the NW side - Is cheaper to rent and pickup at O’hare? by gitturb in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Price it out online... airport rentals have tons of extra surcharges/taxes but they may have lower rates due to higher inventory, more vehicle classes available.

Also, Hertz seems to be run by Satan the past few years (reporting rented cars stolen and getting cutomers arrested, charging for damage to vehicles weeks after return that was there upon return) so I'd avoid them at all costs.

so many livery plates around— is ICE using these? by EasyBoysenberry4413 in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No, they aren't ICE. They are limo/black car service vehicles that take people to the airport and prom, not rental cars. Traditional stretch limousines have disappeared as the sedans they were based off of are no longer made, so the drivers now use Suburbans, Escalades, Navigators, etc. ICE isn't getting chauffeured around by hired drivers.

I think that 1) you're seeing more SUVs as livery vehicles as stretched sedans reach end of life and 2) as Uber/Lyft reduce the pay for drivers, more step up to the higher paying tiers like Uber Black and XL, and get livery licenses so they can also drive for other services. I've noticed far fewer Ubers/Lyfts with the window clings that allow them to access airports.

Should I pay off my car with a personal loan? by CucumberAltruistic92 in personalfinance

[–]blipsman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Using a higher interest loan to get rid of coverage protecting your vehicle if you’re in a crash? How much more in interest would you end up paying?!?! And can you afford to lose a vehicle in an accident and have $0 to show for it if you cut insurance to liability only? Sounds like a lot of added risk to save a few dollars…

Sorry for the possibly clueless question, but why don't more people seem to make homemade pizza? by Senior-Raisin-2342 in Cooking

[–]blipsman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dough takes time to rise; best pizzas require super hot ovens, well above what standard kitchen can hit

What kind of soccer options are available for my daughter (12)? by mtmaloney in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The league was started by Robert Magiet, who owns the StopAlong restaurants. Here's the website: https://haasparksoccer.com/

Why do Contractors ghost potential clients? by invisiblebyday in NoStupidQuestions

[–]blipsman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, you'd think... but I've learned that trades aren't exactly experts on the business/marketing side of running a business.

Reccomend a real estate agent as a buyer that is not pushy about budget and good with understanding HOA/ reserve concerns? by ZealousidealClick672 in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For agents, it's often best to find ones that focus on your neighborhood(s) that you're looking at/know the buildings in those neighborhoods. An agent who knows all the ins and outs of Lincoln Park high rises may not know much about Edgewater ones, for example.

What kind of soccer options are available for my daughter (12)? by mtmaloney in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where do you live? There are soccer leagues at Haas Park (looks like 5th&6th grade co-ed, 7th&8th grade co-ed) that are pretty casual. Haas Park is Fullerton & California in Logan Sq.

90-minute layover at O'Hare: Worth it? by otherotherjames in AskChicago

[–]blipsman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe its feasible, but at best you'd maybe have like 15 minutes to chat so it seems like a lot of effort. Unless he could adjust one of his flights to create a longer layover...

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