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Can I make in seattle on 1200$ a month ?
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Wat? No way that's true.
Not Really . I had considered this a long time ago As a living alternative to my current situation but i decided against it . I was too worried about temperature and safety. Brent Rose lives in one and he should make enough to have an apartment.
fluffydelusions
Member
It is. I posted a link on like the 2nd page that has apartments that can be had between $600-$700. Could be low income housing though I didn't look but lots commute from Tacoma to Seattle so it's an option anyway. My 1br in Olympia is $775 and that is less than 2 hours from Seattle as well.
pantsattack
Member
This makes me wonder what this girl is like. Sure I love Seattle too, but I need to be realistic that the time may come where I can't live here or family needs would call me to another place. Talking in such absolutes make me think she's either very naive, is well established in a career, or lives with or near family (who are well off). It's also the thing you say to someone who doesn't live near you meaning, "I'm not interested in you enough to move nearer."
I remember being young and thinking this one girl was the one, or fate was bringing us together and feeling like there weren't any other options. It's a pretty overwhelming feeling, but life has other options that I eventually saw.
Prophaniti
Banned
This can't be a serious post. It's not even hard to Google how stupid this is.
This is Gaf. It'll be about how he's driving her to see her BF and how she will fall for him eventually.
I have one of those currently. Retail jobs are not helping .
ReadingRambo
Member
That's 14,400 a year. That's well below the poverty line in a cheap city, which Seattle is not. You need to look for a job that pays a liveable wage.
Seattle? Most likely no but as mentioned before look up cities north of Seattle. I live in Massachusetts and will be living in Mount Vernon, WA to live closer to my Canadian girlfriend while also going to school there. It's like an hour drive to Seattle and I've seen roommates wanted listings on craigslist for about $400-$600.
Don't expect public transportation to seattle though.
Don't expect public transportation to seattle though.
shawnbuddy
Member
He moved in with us. They took the bed and I'm sleeping on the couch and working two jobs to pay all the bills. But that's okay. He's a cool guy I guess and she's just going through a bad-boy phase. I totally still have a shot.
Spoiled Milk
Banned
People didn't say he was crazy because he got venture capitalist funding for all of those things. I know capitalism is about risk but I'm certain that the investors did not think they were just throwing money down the toilet.
Also, he never lived in his mom's basement. He got two bachelor degrees in 5 years then got accepted to stanford for a doctoral program. And then he founded paypal and became rich.
How about... imagine being an American in 1957 and the Soviets, who want to destroy you, become the first nation to orbit the earth in space with a satellite. So the election rolls around in 1960 and the Democrats tell you that there's a missile gap, the Soviets are in space, and that the Republicans haven't done nearly enough to close the missile gap. So you vote Kennedy in. When that president goes on tv and says you're going to the moon, you're cheering, not calling him crazy.
Also, the average person is not an aerospace engineer. Their opinion is irrelevant. The difference between this thread and the space race is that the average person knows what rent costs, and the people who live in that city knows what it costs.
FRIENDSHIP ENDED WITH CIVILIZATION. SHITTING IN THE RIVER IS MY BEST FRIEND, NOW.
Just No. GAF is not a monolith and this post is the text equivalent of the this is neogaf GIF. Just because I have Expressed interest in moving to be with her doesn't mean that I am down for this shit.
Alexander DeLarge
Member
I'd move for a significant other in a LDR but the fact that she values Seattle over what's economically feasible for her partner is what tells me that she isn't worth it.
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
Yeah, it's roughly $7.5/hr.
fluffydelusions
Member
Less than the new St. Louis minimum wage :O
Priorities.
It's is doable, but you also need to ask if the things you're giving up are worth it. Is your lifestyle in line with the sacrifices some make for the benefits.
You can live in those places in tiny apartments with four roommates... If you're not a homebody and are someone who isn't going to be chilling on a couch most of your down time. Your apartment is pretty much just a place to sleep, the city is your home.
It's works for some, but not for everyone. I also wouldn't adopt it for a girl I met online. OP sounds like he needs to focus more on himself first and his plans and wants for the future. Chasing a girl and not worrying about the rest usually is a recipe for disaster. But also million dollar movies.
If he goes for it, have a backup plan.
I'd look for something that pays better OP. I lived in Seattle last year and it was pricey as hell in and around the city. Sales taxes are high, too.
I'm interviewing for a job in San Diego tomorrow and wondering how much it would need to pay for me to seriously consider moving there. I've already had one place I'm out of their price range, and I currently live in St. Louis.
I'm interviewing for a job in San Diego tomorrow and wondering how much it would need to pay for me to seriously consider moving there. I've already had one place I'm out of their price range, and I currently live in St. Louis.
MWS Natural
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OP just keep working your retail job and start an anime youtube channel. After you become YT rich and famous you can afford to move there.
TetraGenesis
Member
If you are really, really smart about your living arrangements and find a place for very cheap with two roommates and you are really, really frugal with your purchasing (and get on SNAP asap) and use public transportation instead of a car (sell it) and have a decent nest egg saved up... you might be able to make that work. You'll also need a supportive family to bail you out and lend you money when life hits you hard (and it will, at some point).
If things go really well with the girl, aim to move in together as soon as you can. If you're splitting a one bedroom with her, you'll probably save a little more than living with three roomies.
The biggest thing is, OP, frugality -- as I mentioned earlier. Don't listen to people saying it's impossible. It's not. It's only impossible if you're frivolous. It will be very difficult even if you're super smart with your money and on government assistance, but if the girl is worth it, it's all worth it. That's up to you to decide.
I wouldn't call moving to a big city with a low paying job for a girl you only know online a safe choice or a wise choice but, again, that doesn't necessarily mean it's a bad one (if you handle it well).
I'd recommend visiting Seattle a couple times over the next six months while saving hard. Your only major spending should be on these trips and, even then, aim to do so very frugally (see if she'll help cover it?). If Seattle seems like a fit and being with her in person doesn't set off any red flags then you can start working on the logistics of moving after that six months is up.
Just don't burn any bridges back home. People in more fortunate situations than yours have had to give up and head back home after things got hard. If that happens to you? Well, don't beat yourself up. And don't swear off trying adventurous things in the future just because that didn't work out. You only have so much youth.
If things go really well with the girl, aim to move in together as soon as you can. If you're splitting a one bedroom with her, you'll probably save a little more than living with three roomies.
The biggest thing is, OP, frugality -- as I mentioned earlier. Don't listen to people saying it's impossible. It's not. It's only impossible if you're frivolous. It will be very difficult even if you're super smart with your money and on government assistance, but if the girl is worth it, it's all worth it. That's up to you to decide.
I wouldn't call moving to a big city with a low paying job for a girl you only know online a safe choice or a wise choice but, again, that doesn't necessarily mean it's a bad one (if you handle it well).
I'd recommend visiting Seattle a couple times over the next six months while saving hard. Your only major spending should be on these trips and, even then, aim to do so very frugally (see if she'll help cover it?). If Seattle seems like a fit and being with her in person doesn't set off any red flags then you can start working on the logistics of moving after that six months is up.
Just don't burn any bridges back home. People in more fortunate situations than yours have had to give up and head back home after things got hard. If that happens to you? Well, don't beat yourself up. And don't swear off trying adventurous things in the future just because that didn't work out. You only have so much youth.
The Hamburglar
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Can't decide who's worse. This guy who wants to live on the street to be close to a girl he's never met or the ultimate friend zone guy.
Yeah, don't think about moving there until you meet her and date her for a while. Trust me, long distance is a pain in the ass, but if you can survive it, it is well worth it. One thing I noticed that many people have problems with is that they think they can handle living together, but realize they are incompatible in person. Visiting someone is a lot different from living with them.
If you are going to move, do it for yourself and for a better job, not because some girl likes you online. If you seriously date, perhaps she will be willing to move and meet you half way, instead of having you go all the way there. You can't have a LDR without making sacrifices on both ends.
I'd also advise using this as a chance to leave your toxic situation, because this doesn't seem like a much better situation, but then again I don't know the details of your life.
Like I said, how about you two meet up and decide if you like each other. Btw, one visit is totally not enough to get the feel for someone in real life.
FunkyMunkey
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before taxes ? no
after taxes? no
after taxes? no
Clockwork5
Member
How are you not even making minimum wage?
Stuggernaut
Grandma's Chippy
Place I work would hire just about anyone for $14-$16/hr right now, depending on a couple of things, but we are always looking (Lumber company).
But to have a job in the field you WANT is not always to have the best pay, it's his choice.
Massive Duck. C.M.
Banned
God no.
super-famicom
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DO IT OP
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~~dont move for a girl~~ is the most common answer in this thread, yet nobody knows you or her and how your relationship is. If you feel like it's soemthing worth it, you can give it a try. I have no idea how much money you would need to live in there though (it seems that those 1200 arent enough).
My girlfriend moved from 10.000km to live with me, I paid her tickets, she had money for the first 3 months. Deal was basically: you come for 3 months (which was also the tourist visa maximum stay), if you find a job and like it here, you stay, if you dont, we already have your ticket back home yaaayyyyyyy
. She didn't even know how to speak Portuguese (lol) and in the end it all worked out well. We were dating for 2 years before that already, but my point is just that sometimes the things just dont look easy, sure as hell they are not a safe bet, but they might be worth trying.
I would look into other jobs. maybe you coulds start with a higher paying job just to be safe, once you are settled you might move in with her to save some $$$, so that you can move to the job in the area you are more interested and see yourself in the future. I woudlnt work 2 turns because that would ruin your experience, you will be moving to a different place, you wont have friends, you cant just move and work 18 hours a day go back home and sleep. It will be bad even for your relationship with her.
btw, how much would you get in food stamps? im not from the USA so I have absolutely no idea how it works.
My girlfriend moved from 10.000km to live with me, I paid her tickets, she had money for the first 3 months. Deal was basically: you come for 3 months (which was also the tourist visa maximum stay), if you find a job and like it here, you stay, if you dont, we already have your ticket back home yaaayyyyyyy
. She didn't even know how to speak Portuguese (lol) and in the end it all worked out well. We were dating for 2 years before that already, but my point is just that sometimes the things just dont look easy, sure as hell they are not a safe bet, but they might be worth trying. I would look into other jobs. maybe you coulds start with a higher paying job just to be safe, once you are settled you might move in with her to save some $$$, so that you can move to the job in the area you are more interested and see yourself in the future. I woudlnt work 2 turns because that would ruin your experience, you will be moving to a different place, you wont have friends, you cant just move and work 18 hours a day go back home and sleep. It will be bad even for your relationship with her.
btw, how much would you get in food stamps? im not from the USA so I have absolutely no idea how it works.
You just have to adjust your world view. Not sleeping in a box or your car=entitled spending habits.
Stuggernaut
Grandma's Chippy
I moved for a girl...
From Kingston Ontario Canada, to Seattle Washington USA... so a long freaking way. After meeting in person once, and knowing each other for less than maybe 18 months online.
Been married 18 years now.
Would I recommend it? With caution... have seen many many more online couples like me fail than succeed. All in is a huge risk, I was just lucky.
The one thing I'll say about the girl, OP, is this:
You and her clearly see the world differently. You're both young, yet you have drive and a want to better your situation and the daring disposition to move cross-country into a brand new environment with nothing, nobody, save (PERHAPS) someone you've never even met.
She, on the other hand, is entirely content to stay in her comfort zone, presumably with her parents. That does not bode well for long term compatibility, it's a fundamental difference. I'm all for you moving, but keep your expectations about the relationship as realistic as possible. And by that, I mean, you know, hope for the best but expect to be single a week after you move.
You and her clearly see the world differently. You're both young, yet you have drive and a want to better your situation and the daring disposition to move cross-country into a brand new environment with nothing, nobody, save (PERHAPS) someone you've never even met.
She, on the other hand, is entirely content to stay in her comfort zone, presumably with her parents. That does not bode well for long term compatibility, it's a fundamental difference. I'm all for you moving, but keep your expectations about the relationship as realistic as possible. And by that, I mean, you know, hope for the best but expect to be single a week after you move.
If he fits the lowest income bracket, he can get as much as $194 a month. That said, it's very unlikely that he will. $1200 a month is just slightly under their limit (which is currently at $1287). For instance, I get a little over a grand in disability a month and just $15 in SNAP benefits.
Permanently A
Junior Member
OP no
even if she says her name is akane, don't do it
even if she says her name is akane, don't do it
Jason's Ultimatum
Member
I just realized the $ is after 1200.
fluffydelusions
Member
Yeah he wouldn't get much in food stamps but they have food banks out here he could go to once a week.
Dreams-Visions
Member
OP in a few months after moving
yoooooooooooooo
WhereAreMahDragonz
Banned
You met this chick online and you're willing to move cross country for her?
Bruh
Bruh
Yet, I'm sure the CEO of this non-profit isn't making $1200 a month as a service volunteer.
It would be a learning experience, if nothing else.
Between the internship and my retail job I make about $1,400 a month. The Internship I have is going to end in the next couple of weeks. I pay about 600 dollars in rent to my mother. This covers pretty much any and all expenses like cable, electricity ,food etc . I have a phone bill that's about $100 a month but is split 3 ways. Once the internship is over I'll be dropped down to 400 a month if I am just solely relying on my part time job. For everyone saying that I'm going to have a s*** ton of Roommates and living in trash that isn't much different from my current situation. I pay $600 a month to share a room with two other people. I have high blood pressure and when I'm around certain people in my current living environment my blood pressure goes up. Years of abusive will do that I guess. If I'm going to live in a stressful environment and I'd rather it be on my terms. My current environment is literally hazardous to my health and I won't be able to afford it for much longer anyway.
Only reason why I'm considering Americorps is because it could be the step up I need in order to get a
federal job that actually pays me a decent wage. Getting a job at the VA is practically impossible if you're not previously a government employee (Americorps) or a veteran. Not saying that I will work at the VA but that's just an example.
Furthermore I don't plan to live solely on 1200. If someone can make it on 1200 that I could definitely make it on 1600 ( hypothetically).
For those questioning her desire to stay in Seattle I just said that's what she wants to do. She realizes that she is not going to be able to stay in Seattle forever. Her folks would likely move in the next 3 years. Before anyone starts I'm not moving down there to save her from her current living situation. I know that is likely a bad idea.
The whole not wanting to live together thing is more me than her . I worry that's some of my mother's hoarding tendencies may have rubbed off on me. As crazy as it sounds living minimalistically (like in a van for instance) may actually be good for me.
I know this that sounds stupid to a lot of y'all but my biggest problem in life is that I play things way too safe. To the point that I never make a decision. I'm risk-adverse to a fault . I desperately want to change the status quo but things aren't going well for me on the normal path. I made just wanted to see if this one particular option was viable. I didn't think it was when I made the thread and I still don't think it is but that's based on what I know. What you guys know maybe completely different. Plus I thought it would be interesting to talk about a job that is designed to help address poverty pay so little that it causes poverty.
is this a proZD reference?
Americorps
Good catch.