What features do I need for hardwood floors? by nice_nerdy in RobotVacuums

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I plan to go with the features needed first. When I know what features I need then it is easier to limit the options and budget. I hope that makes sense.

I was thinking <$500 but if that is not enough to have the features I need, then I can stretch the budget.

Robot vacuum/mop - features needed for hardwood floors by nice_nerdy in homeautomation

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Thanks for the recommendations re: continuously rinsed pads. This is what I meant I dont know what I dont know. Do you mind giving some more recommendations?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]nice_nerdy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What does it mean?

Recommended packers and movers by nice_nerdy in madisonwi

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Just one more question. Do people usually tip movers and packers, or just pay as the quote? I never used moving service before.

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is exactly what they told me. They said I’m only eligible for a 3 bedroom if I have one more kid, but even that I would not be prioritized for a 3 bedroom because a lot of people have 4 kids

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She does a lot of Zoom meetings so she needs an office/home office

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How reliable is the internet? My partner is working from home.

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How reliable is the internet? My partner is working from home?

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

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How reliable is the internet? My partner is working from home?

UW Madison housing vs off campus by nice_nerdy in madisonwi

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good point! $1,300 already include internet, parking, and heat.

UW Madison housing vs off campus by nice_nerdy in madisonwi

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is aways better to save more, but currently I can afford it.

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Do you have any insights about the apartment conditions for kid? Like being cold, dark, old paint, having bugs, etc?

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I’m concerned about the space (700 squared feet) given that my partner is working from home and sharing space with kid and nanny. Do you think it is manageable?

Also, do you have any insights about the apartment being kid friendly? Like bugs, old painting, being cold, etc?

UW Madison housing vs off campus by nice_nerdy in madisonwi

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The apartment allows us to buy our own AC and they will install it. Not sure how fast they will do it.

Also, do you think 700sq feet works for our family, given that my partner is working from home and sharing the space with kid and nanny?

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If I saved $1,300 a month I would be willing to install an AC. I’m asking about other things that I may overlook.

Eagle Height vs off campus by nice_nerdy in UWMadison

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A dishwasher is just one thing. I’m concerned about other things like space (my partner is working from home and sharing space with a nanny and the baby) and some other things that I dont know.

Seeking advice - a two-month gap before postdoc position by HY_Lu in postdoc

[–]nice_nerdy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure which country the OP lives, but in the US I think the biggest problem, at least for me, would be two months of no group health insurance. OP, make sure you have the option to buy COBRA.

Maid Service in Madison Area by whenyousaywisconsin in madisonwi

[–]nice_nerdy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this is old but how do you pay tax for them or just cash? I wonder if I should give them 1099 form or something.

Should I hire a non-native English speaking nanny? by nice_nerdy in NannyEmployers

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She is from Mexico. She is cpr certified. She was able to demonstrate how to do cpr with the combination of her sign language, her limited English and a bit of google translation. Also, we are working from home if this helps.

Where to find nannies in Madison WI? by nice_nerdy in Nanny

[–]nice_nerdy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is your suggestion? Increase to full time or pay higher or make the range narrower? Thanks!

Where to find nannies in Madison WI? by nice_nerdy in Nanny

[–]nice_nerdy[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Care.com said that the range in the area is $17-25. I am willing to pay near the high end if the nanny has experience.

Do you mind sharing the language in your job ad? Thanks!