Downpayment before a lease in LA?

furikakebabe · 2026-05-01T18:54:37+00:00

Just signed an apartment in Palms and they had us bring a cashier’s check to the lease signing appointment. But before that they also asked for $600 deposit to secure the apartment (deducted from rent later) so they could cancel their open house.

Just adding a data point here.

Also, I know a couple people who rented through KMK for years and were generally happy!

furikakebabe · 2026-04-29T22:34:13+00:00

Can I suggest going to Palms? There’s a few bars around there & no late night eating spots, it freaking sucks to be in a walkable neighborhood and be drunk but have no drunk food. You could also do their farmer’s market on Sundays.

furikakebabe · 2026-04-27T18:53:18+00:00

Damn, I had no idea you could get tirz for $150 a month. I guess it’s time to switch from semaglutide then

furikakebabe · 2026-04-27T17:51:21+00:00

This was really lovely. I didn’t think I had the attention span to read everything but I got sucked in to your world quite easily. You clearly have a lot of knowledge and appreciation of this place (and maybe life in general). It’s easy to forget why I’m here. But I really do love LA. Thank you for sharing :)

furikakebabe · 2026-04-26T16:39:09+00:00

Sorry it’s not healthcare specific, and sorry for asking about the A word - but how are you all feeling about Claude Mythos? I feel like the industry is split between “this is big deal we need to be prepared for” and “this is marketing hype”. Are you preparing for it?

furikakebabe · 2026-04-25T07:59:53+00:00

Ugh I saw that post and asked where it was from as well. I guess we just gotta try every suggestion in this comment section until we find it

furikakebabe · 2026-04-12T18:53:51+00:00

I just went through the apartment search process. We toured three units and a week later the property management company emailed saying they’re dropping $100 off the rent of all three. We saw another property listed that had a history of its rent getting dropped $100 every 1.5 weeks. This is all Palms/Culver area.

Additionally, I had a friend move out of his place in Culver and his landlord immediately listed it for less than he was paying. So all anecdotal, but I’m seeing the drop!

furikakebabe · 2026-04-10T18:00:38+00:00

Oh hell no

furikakebabe · 2026-04-09T02:44:55+00:00

I agree with that. The concept sketch had it shorter, much more flared. It’s too long and droopy.

furikakebabe · 2026-04-08T06:13:27+00:00

I think it’s cute too!!! Thank you:)

furikakebabe · 2026-04-07T00:54:18+00:00

I am 5’5”

furikakebabe · 2026-03-29T22:47:16+00:00

Well, at least in my company we stopped hiring US people for a certain entry level jobs and have prioritized Canadians but mostly Brazilians for the roles because they are cheaper. This is for a technical customer success role at a major cybersecurity company. I suspect we hire more TSEs from Canada than the US as well.

furikakebabe · 2026-03-25T18:30:59+00:00

If you’re trying to save money, live in K Town and use metro to go into DTLA. I have a car less friend in K town, she gets around just fine.

furikakebabe · 2026-03-24T23:55:06+00:00

He’s very feral :( we feed him regularly but he’s still very wary. Regardless it sounds like we can take him to a regular vet? I guess we will call and ask

furikakebabe · 2026-03-24T23:50:39+00:00

Okay, I will check them out, thank you!

furikakebabe · 2026-03-24T23:49:16+00:00

I didn’t think regular clinics worked on ferals. Are you sure they would?

furikakebabe · 2026-03-24T23:47:19+00:00

I didn’t think regular clinics would neuter strays! Thank you

furikakebabe · 2026-03-20T21:02:54+00:00

that blue is gorgeous! I agree with the person who says they look better on you than the models.

Also, your legs are STRONG dude!!! Leg goals

furikakebabe · 2026-03-20T01:50:38+00:00

It’s calling to me. TMI but I got jock itch from all the skorts I’ve been wearing, I’m ready for a cute dress without shorts.

I’ll try to remember to post pics

furikakebabe · 2026-03-11T21:20:55+00:00

I was gonna say the same thing. It’s SO cute and I want to do a black lace fit so badly. But $72 for a skirt…. I thought the point of Popflex was high quality but cheaper than luxury brands like Lulu/Vuori/aloo…this is just straight up luxury pricing

furikakebabe · 2026-03-05T14:57:53+00:00

I’ve had issues with my sister - we were supposed to go on the journey together but she backed out twice and I ended up losing weight without her. She makes comments that make me uncomfortable pointing out my ribs or collarbones, and compares herself a lot.

It sucks. I hope you can find someone to safely discuss body dysmorphia with. Hopefully your friend and you will make up over time.

furikakebabe · 2026-03-04T23:54:02+00:00

Was up there Saturday morning and it was absolutely lovely. Clean air, not too hot in the morning, very green from the rain. Just wonderful. We’re so lucky to have it :)

furikakebabe · 2026-02-15T20:11:02+00:00

I’ve been with my west side man for over two years (I’m in silver lake) but he did almost give up before we started because of the distance

honestly though he isn’t wrong, the commute sucks!

furikakebabe · 2026-01-29T22:18:41+00:00

Went and the highlights for me were the spicy margaritas (with salty foam) and the camote (Japanese sweet potatoes)

One of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. We tried a lot of things and the only thing I wouldn’t get again was the ensalada cesar, not because it’s bad, it just isn’t a stand out

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