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I paid $7 for a Guinness last night at the Tilted Kilt. That in itself should go down as one of the greatest crimes this city has ever witnessed.
But it was more than that. It was more evidence that, accommodations aside, it's no cheaper to live here than it is San Francisco, or L.A. or San...
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Here's a report I got last week from the Center for Economic Policy Research and the National Low Income Housing Coalition -- both out of Washington D.C.
"The bubble that developed in the U.S. housing market from the years 1996 to 2006 pushed prices in many markets far out of line with...
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For months I've been looking for a place to rent for a comedy club. Bakersfield is a quirky place.
I like what the Nile is doing. They are very selective about their entertainment and the clientele. There is a dress code and they enforce it. They want to be a nightclub on...
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While some landlords only raise rent between tenants, some property managment groups keep tabs on rent trends and reserve the right to hike rent mid-lease. How much is too much? It's a matter of weighing the increased cost against the hassle of finding and moving to a new address.
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Someone broke into a neighbor's car the other night. Another neighbor had previously asked the landlord to install lights around the parking areas, and this incident expedited the process.
A few burglary prevention tips from the City of Pacific Grove:
Make your home look...
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Touring multiple apartments in a short span of time can be a challnege to the memory when decision time comes. Taking snapshots of each vacancy can make the decision easier without needing to go back for another look. Here are a few snapshots from some of Bakersfield's apartment...
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Not every rental is part of an apartment complex. Like any option, living in a complex has its pros and cons. Below is a partial list. If you've ever lived in a complex, what was your experience like?
Pros:
Possible amenities such as a pool, recreation room, on-site...
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I was perplexed by the purpose of this large outlet in my apartment. It looks like it hosts a large appliance, which seems peculiar, considering it's in my living room. What is it winking about? I asked my landlord to fill me in. Apparently, it can handle a whopping 220 volts! A former...
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Next time your apartment seems small, be glad you don't live in a shotgun house. If you have any appreciation for hallways, this kind of dwelling is not for you.
So called because one could theoretically shoot a bullet from the front door and watch it sail on through the back door,...
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