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mtmsm t1_je39x1x wrote
This is why I rode my bike through the rain and cold today. It also sucked, but at least it didn’t take 45 minutes to go 3 miles.
mtmsm t1_je0jycw wrote
Reply to How do you ensure a subletter doesn't reneg on a signed sublease agreement? by Lt_muckety_muck
I paid a deposit when I subleased in Boston. Not sure about the legality, but it seemed reasonable to me at the time. It was a few hundred as you’re suggesting.
mtmsm t1_je0d1u1 wrote
I think the salsa might be at Havana Club (which potentially meets in the Greek Club space?).
mtmsm t1_jdwiad9 wrote
Reply to comment by Academic_Guava_4190 in Car slams into another Roslindale building; two pedestrians hit, one dies by me5vvKOa84_bDkYuV2E1
It makes me so angry how many people are looking at phone screens while driving. If it’s that urgent, pull over and park. Otherwise, wait till you aren’t driving.
mtmsm t1_jdur9rc wrote
Reply to Hi, wanting to live in Cntral Cambridge/Harvard Square area - are there websites connecting apartment building companies that don't post on MLS/craigslist/apartment.com type places? Found a professionally managed apartment building this afternoon walking a neighborhood that isn't listed much... by PorkyPigDid911
Your other option is to talk to a real estate broker. They have their own listings of apartments that landlords are looking to rent. In my experience I’ve already seen 90% of them by searching on my own (since brokers will also post the units on craigslist/zillow/facebook). Good luck!
mtmsm t1_jcqmi3v wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in Stop sign coming to Brookline Street at Franklin after numerous accidents by SpyCats
You can share your opinion all you want but the fact is that this intersection has been deemed too dangerous judging by the number of crashes there.
mtmsm t1_jb2tglp wrote
Reply to comment by NodensInvictus in Suggestions for group activities to meet new people? by turingtop
(Check their Instagram for details - they post about each ride)
mtmsm t1_j9td3sl wrote
Reply to comment by northeasternlurker in Has anyone bought a car from an out of state dealer and registered it in MA? How long did it take to get your new plates? by Yakb0
They make it sound damn near impossible to switch a NY registration to MA, and neither state gives an F that their laws conflict with the other’s.
MA requires you to have MA insurance before you resister your car/get your MA plates. NY requires you to surrender your NY plates and registration before you cancel your NY insurance (if you don’t, they will suspend your license). MA does not issue temporary plates, and you must have plates on your car. There is no grace period for any of this. Some people have managed by temporarily holding two car insurance policies. I somehow managed without doing that, but rather switching everything on the same day and mailing the NY plates back the day I got my MA plates.
mtmsm t1_j9t9o03 wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in $250 cleaning fee paid with lease by UnfriendliestCzech
It’s not about being polite, it’s about protecting OP from the legal consequences of shorting their rent. OP can escalate it and the court will back them if the landlord refuses to refund the fee, but they have no case if they haven’t even tried asking for the fee back.
mtmsm t1_j9s80ac wrote
Reply to comment by Dull_Victory8857 in Best place to buy houseplants? by another-reddit-noob
There’s also a “Camberville Plant Lovers” fb group where people will sell/trade/give away plants
mtmsm t1_j9kf5qs wrote
Reply to curtain problem by timeforclowns
I have these tension rods. They can be made very tight, and they won’t loosen up because there’s a screw that keeps the tension in place.
mtmsm t1_j90285m wrote
Reply to comment by blackdynomitesnewbag in A4cade moving locations? by Fragahah
mtmsm t1_j74h374 wrote
Reply to Cozy spots for the cold snap! by doctorlimon
Not a bar (I don’t even know if they serve alcohol?) but Andala Coffee House always looks super cozy. Sometimes they have musicians jamming together.
mtmsm t1_j70g3f6 wrote
Reply to Best meals under $10? by candleruse
I haven’t tried a ton of their prepared foods, but Daily Table has a lot of very cheap meals you can just heat up. Probably not as nice as a restaurant meal, but I’ve gotten some decent stuff there.
mtmsm t1_j6si7fz wrote
Reply to comment by blasphemousturtle88 in My friend said that this $123K home is only available for poorer people to buy by [deleted]
It’s in the bottom half of Cambridge incomes.
mtmsm t1_j6d079k wrote
Reply to comment by dirtyoldmikegza in Where are the queer bars/places? by ravenclaw188
I just learned that ManRay nightclub in Central Square just reopened in a new location after closing in 2005. It’s more goth than queer specifically, but they say they’ll have LGBTQ-friendly themed nights. I’m glad it’s back - the articles about its closing lamented Central losing its “funk.”
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Reply to comment by drizzlefoot321 in Luthier for violin bow restring? by gftos4138
mtmsm t1_j5zqk64 wrote
Reply to comment by Master_Dogs in Greater Boston, what's your last gas bill? by Miserable_Ride666
A few dozen units. I have two exterior walls and am on the ground floor so I'm sure other units are even more insulated than mine.
mtmsm t1_j5y930u wrote
Reply to comment by cden4 in Greater Boston, what's your last gas bill? by Miserable_Ride666
I’m no handy man, but based on my googling I think the combi boiler in my closet provides both heat and hot water to my unit only. My place is on the newer side so, for instance, I lose very little heat through my windows. It may just be better insulated in general compared to older units.
mtmsm t1_j5uu486 wrote
Reply to Harvard Job Salary by [deleted]
A studio near Harvard will be at least $1,800. Many landlords will require 3x the rent in monthly income, so $72k annually, unless you have a guarantor or savings. With no debt and minimal monthly expenses (e.g., no car) you could probably make it work if living alone is really important to you, but you’ll be much more comfortable if you find a roommate or two.
mtmsm t1_j5uqogh wrote
$76. I used 29 therms. ~750 sq ft apartment. I keep my place in the high 60s. I have a gas stove and gas water heater. Honestly not sure how the heat works… my electricity bill is pretty steady throughout the months when I don’t have AC on, so I assume it’s gas heat.
mtmsm t1_j5uld4n wrote
Reply to comment by bagelwithclocks in Owner of Violette Gluten Free Bakery back with new deep insights about walking v driving in Cambridge by jellybean02138
Exactly
mtmsm t1_j5ul8ch wrote
Reply to comment by ClarkFable in Owner of Violette Gluten Free Bakery back with new deep insights about walking v driving in Cambridge by jellybean02138
I rode my bike to work yesterday.
mtmsm t1_j5t7yj5 wrote
Reply to Owner of Violette Gluten Free Bakery back with new deep insights about walking v driving in Cambridge by jellybean02138
If only there were a transportation option that allowed you to exercise, transport things, and was only 1-2x slower than driving. Alas.
mtmsm t1_je3al8i wrote
Reply to comment by S_thyrsoidea in Best local moving services in the area? by callofspacey
Seconding Stairhoppers. I moved a lot of small things myself and mostly used them for the large stuff. They were incredible fast and it was under $500 with the tip. I did have to pay to reserve parking spots for the moving truck which was another $90.