When I get a fire under my ass, I move. FAST.
I just found a new place today. Among being crazy neighbor and sex offender free, it has:
1) HUGE fenced yard. Labrador tested, landlord has 2 dogs and fosters as well. Dusty won't know what to do with himself
2) HUGE yard with grill, welcome invitation to make myself feel at home
3) Actual 1 bedroom apartment. WHEE!
4) I get to pick the paint color. I'm only barred from Purple or Yellow, other than that, I was told to go to home Depot and bring back the chips I like.
5) Carpet in Bedroom, Hardwoods in living room. I hate waking up and putting my feet on the cold floor. Brr!
6) About a mile closer to work. 1.5 blocks from El train, have 2 different bus routes within 1 block. 25 minute walk from home to work.
7) Screened in back porch. Booyah.
8) Perhaps the best part of all... if I pay cash the rent...