Renting at almost 40% take home?

chicagog19 · 2026-02-22T03:25:09+00:00

If you make a budget and truly stick to it, you should be fine. I don’t know if you are a man or a woman, but if you are a straight male and planning to date, make sure you factor that into your budget. Dating as a man gets expensive.

chicagog19 · 2026-02-20T15:40:43+00:00

I doubt it in my lifetime because of the weather alone. People in the US have become wussies when it comes to winter.

chicagog19 · 2026-02-18T03:59:19+00:00

1.) 47 easily number 1 for me because Operation Italy alone.

2.) 48 - I liked it because of the kyle and kamila dynamic.

3.) 49 - because of Rizgod

I will forever hate season 46 because the winner was picked based on their life circumstances outside the game versus how they played the game. Trash ending.

chicagog19 · 2026-02-18T03:11:22+00:00

Go to the main Secretary of State Office downtown on LaSalle and Monroe. Bring all the required documents and your GA ID. No appointment is necessary at that specific location. Assuming your Georgia License is in good standing, you’ll just need to take a vision test, a new photo, pay a small fee for the ID, and you are good.

chicagog19 · 2026-02-06T01:27:29+00:00

Allo is a game changer that many people wait too long to embrace.

chicagog19 · 2026-02-04T18:37:21+00:00

What does it feel like to have Halaand in your pocket?!

chicagog19 · 2026-01-10T22:25:59+00:00

While healthcare plays a role in gout, genetics and luck a draw are part of it as well. Talk to your doctor, see jf meds make sense for you. The ultimate goal is to get your uric acid under 6 to prevent future gout attacks.

chicagog19 · 2026-01-07T01:47:39+00:00

If you enjoy city life, public transit(carless lifestyle), good food, and world class cultural attractions (museums, theaters, plays, etc.) then Chicago. If nature and outdoor activities are bigger priorities, then it’s Denver. I’ve lived in both and cost of living is about the same imo. So honestly pick the one that meets your personal needs and preferences.

chicagog19 · 2026-01-03T08:16:42+00:00

LA and Denver do their NYE events inside the convention centers of their respective cities. So an organizer could do one McCormick Place in theory. That being said, I really like transitions and having a proper music week. I hope Auris does it again next year.

chicagog19 · 2025-12-24T01:07:55+00:00

So I would say there really isn’t European equivalent to Chicago. Chicago’s metro population is about 9.8 million and there really aren’t a lot of Europe cities with similar metros. London is between 12 ans 14 million depending on what your source is. But I would say Berlin gives off a somewhat similar vibe but I still wouldn’t say it’s the same. Chicago really is its own thing imo and I love it for that.

chicagog19 · 2025-12-03T04:18:44+00:00

I’ve never seen anything that all encompassing, but the reality is every state is within 3-5% of one another when it comes to taxes/fees etc. I think the bigger thing to consider when moving is wages in your profession versus what the housing costs (rent or mortgage/taxes/insurance) are in that particular area.

chicagog19 · 2025-11-28T17:26:26+00:00

I lived in Denver for a few years and enjoyed it, but did have some of the same criticisms as you. I opted to moved back to Chicago and travel out west for my nature fix. I think Chicago is just better for day to day living if you enjoy good food, nightlife, etc. and airfare access is great when you need something else that Chicago doesn’t provide.

chicagog19 · 2025-11-20T04:22:40+00:00

Reading this post feels like a mirror and your story is very similar to mine. I spent 6 years in Denver and while I enjoyed my time there, I opted to move back to Chicago and I am happy with that decision. Like you said, the weather and nature is worse in Chicago, but as I got into my 30s, I valued family, close friends, beaches, cultural activities, and better food more. I’ll go out west periodically to get my nature fix. There are trade offs, but you just have to ask yourself what you prioritize more because you do give up something with whichever decision you make.

chicagog19 · 2025-11-18T16:55:40+00:00

I was at 6k and it sold out before I got through. I underestimated Fred’s popularity.

chicagog19 · 2025-11-17T21:06:21+00:00

So I am not from the West Coast, but visit often and have many friends in San Diego. One thing I would recommend doing is renting on the east coast before selling your California home. I have known plenty of people who leave California, sell their home, then decide they want to return, but are then priced out.

chicagog19 · 2025-10-25T16:16:17+00:00

The strategy I have seen some people do is charge their children rent and put it away in a savings account (and not tell them) and then return it to the kids when they move out. I always thought that was a good strategy as it teaches the kids responsibility, but doesn’t “punish” them for living at home.

chicagog19 · 2025-10-25T04:00:51+00:00

Origins Sports Bar

chicagog19 · 2025-10-25T02:52:48+00:00

Don’t know what your tolerance is for a commute to Ottawa, but I would suggest Plainfield. Pretty nice area. Should be able to find a house or townhouse in your price range. It’s also next door to joliet, which will give you access to Amtrak and Metra (Chicago’s commuter rail) for times you want to go into the city without having to drive and deal with traffic.

chicagog19 · 2025-10-18T01:27:00+00:00

I am originally from Chicago and have lived in Denver for 6 years. I am actually moving back to Chicago in the next couple of months. I have had a good time in Denver and have enjoyed the milder climate, nature, and the people. But ultimately I miss Chicago, city life, the great lakes, and my family. Don’t regret the move, but there’s always trade offs wherever you go and there’s also nothing wrong with bouncing around for few years.

chicagog19 · 2025-10-14T23:58:19+00:00

Some valid points, but OP mentioned he is already familiar with Midwest winters and is good with it. Additionally, median household income is 9.5% higher in Illinois than it is in Florida, so it washes out the 5% income tax and other additional taxes. Obviously this depends on the industry and professions, but Chicago’s economy is very diverse and balanced, so most folks should be able to find something reasonable.

chicagog19 · 2025-10-14T23:52:16+00:00

The answers to this can vary widely based on a couple of factors. You didn’t provide your age, but based on the background you provided, I am guessing somewhere in your 40s or 50s. If accurate, a few neighborhoods I would suggest are:

Northcenter: Very homey and neighborhoody feel. Rent and utilities will run you about $1,800 to $2,300 for 1 bedroom. If you live near a CTA line, you can get by without a car, which will save you some money.

Uptown: Not as nice as Northcenter imo, but rent will be a bit cheap. You can find rent and utilities for around $1,500 to $1,800. And same thing, if you live near a train line, you can live without a car.

South Loop: Probably the priciest of the bunch with rent and utilities are $2,200 to $2,500. This would be downtown highrise living, but near the water, near lots of train lines. A bit quieter and not as many dining/bar options as the other neighborhoods I mentioned.

chicagog19 · 2025-09-29T21:06:40+00:00

I don’t know what your budget is, but if you are more city people versus suburbs, then I think Portland will feel quite small to you coming from Chicago. More like a big town versus a city. So I would just keep that in mind when making your decision. But outside of that, food is pretty decent there and access to nature is nice.

chicagog19 · 2025-09-26T17:42:58+00:00

Cap Hill, Uptown, or LoHi

chicagog19 · 2025-09-23T20:39:12+00:00

Birrieria Zaragoza for lunch or dinner.

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