My upstair neighbor problems might be ending soon

little laker · 04-02-2010, 10:37 PM

I got a phone call just after I got up this morning, from an aunt living here in town.
My cousin has a long term lease on a small 1 bedroom country house house here.
The thing is, he lives in Saskatchewan. He's been subletting it out since he moved out there, 6 months ago.

Well, the person whom he was renting it to is moving on, so it's just been offered to me at a very affordable price.
When I got the call I wasn't sure about it, since it's an older house and not as nice as my place.
However the more that I thought about it the more I like the idea.

Like I said, it's an older, one bedroom house, with a full kitchen and bathroom... unlike my place which is around 10 years old, with hotplates and a shower in the washroom.
It has a nice little basement, which should be good as a studio

My living room here is a studio however it's just too bright for some work

Plus the new (old) house has hardwood floors (my cousin is a floor layer, and did them himself), and a nice LARGE yard

After the problems I've had lately this might be the best part..... my closest neighbors are a couple of hundred...... YARDS Away

That's right, Yards, Not Feet.

Oddly enough I had to think about it most of the day. I would have said Yes immediately a week ago, however they've been good upstairs since then.
However, I hate moving so it was a tough decision.

It now looks like the place is mine. I can move in at the begin of next month.

I'm meeting up with my present LL tomorrow, so I guess that I'll have to break the news with her.
We've become friends over the 2+ years since I've moved in here, so it'll be tough telling her. However I think that we've both known for a while that it's almost time for me to move on.

Just a warning, if anyone comes up to visit me in the summer months. It isn't air conditioned. For me it doesn't really mater, since I'm used to the hot summers, however it might not be good for some people not used to the heat.

reeftool · 04-03-2010, 06:13 AM

Having the house to yourself would be a big improvement to an apartment. Of course now you will probably have the responsibility of lawn mowing, snow removal, etc.

It's hot enough there for AC? I never even turned mine on last year. A house with a full cellar stays much cooler in the summer months. My only need for AC is background noise. I work nights so I sleep late in the morning. A window AC unit running on fan drowns out the dogs and lawnmowers.

little laker · 04-03-2010, 07:50 AM

Originally posted by reeftool

Having the house to yourself would be a big improvement to an apartment. Of course now you will probably have the responsibility of lawn mowing, snow removal, etc.

There's a ride on lawnmower there for the lawn, which I'll need. However shoveling the driveway has me a little worried. I won't have to worry about it for several months though, and really never had to shovel this year anyways.
I'm a little more worried about anything breaking. In my present situation I just call the landlady and it gets fixed. Not every place is that easy around here.

Quote:

It's hot enough there for AC? I never even turned mine on last year. A house with a full cellar stays much cooler in the summer months.

I live in the hottest region of Canada, so yes there's a need for air conditioning. It shouldn't be too bad for just me though, if it gets too hot (which is usually just one or 2 weeks a year) I'll just move downstairs for a few days.

lithos · 04-03-2010, 08:37 AM

Dude, weld a mini snow plough onto the lawnmower. Problem solved.

This thread is a bit disappointing. I thought you'd taken out a contract or something on your neighbour...

little laker · 04-03-2010, 09:20 AM

If it was my mower I wouldn't hesitate welding anything on, however since I imagine it's my cousins I can't really.

Don't worry, if they pee me off enough I'll leave here Punk Rocker Style, and take pic's as I go

(Sorry Gus, your line is too good to pass up on)

ve2vfd · 04-03-2010, 06:06 PM

Dude, jump on it!!!!

Sounds like a golden opportunity. Your neigbours are behaving NOW, who knows what it's going to be like in 2 weeks (or 2 days?)

Pat

graphicgr8s · 04-03-2010, 08:24 PM

Originally posted by little laker

I live in the hottest region of Canada, so yes there's a need for air conditioning. It shouldn't be too bad for just me though, if it gets too hot (which is usually just one or 2 weeks a year) I'll just move downstairs for a few days.

Son you don't know what hot is. Bless your heart.

little laker · 04-03-2010, 11:47 PM

It's official, I'll be moving at the end of the month

I haven't been able to reach my present LL yet, since she was out of town until late, and I was with my gf. However I'll see her tomorrow, and break the news to her. I know that she'll understand.

Originally posted by ve2vfd

Dude, jump on it!!!!

Sounds like a golden opportunity. Your neigbours are behaving NOW, who knows what it's going to be like in 2 weeks (or 2 days?)

Pat

Thanks Pat
I'm still not on speaking terms with them, and feel that talking to them is a waste of breath anyways.

Originally posted by graphicgr8s

Son you don't know what hot is. Bless your heart.

You may be right George, however our thermostats do often reach the top.
If you ever need to cool down a little your more than welcome to come on by for a while. I'm sure that I can make a little extra room for you and your family.

graphicgr8s · 04-04-2010, 07:23 PM

Originally posted by little laker

You may be right George, however our thermostats do often reach the top.
If you ever need to cool down a little your more than welcome to come on by for a while. I'm sure that I can make a little extra room for you and your family.

Sorry Stu. When I decide to go out of the US it's got to be Italy.

Ratmagiclady · 04-05-2010, 08:00 AM

Does sound like a nice little place, Laker. There's always ways to attend to the heat-management.

little laker · 04-05-2010, 06:55 PM

Originally posted by graphicgr8s

Sorry Stu. When I decide to go out of the US it's got to be Italy.

I don't blame you George,
With the exception of a lighting seminar I have no interest in visiting Texas.

Originally posted by Ratmagiclady

Does sound like a nice little place, Laker. There's always ways to attend to the heat-management.

Thanks RML,

I told my LL about it yesterday, and met up with her twice today.
Although she'll miss me as a tenant she's happy for me and doesn't blame me at all.
She isn't listing my place for rent right away, and may not. She's thinking that it may be the best time to sell it.
I can't honestly say that we're parting as friends, there's actually a good t=chance that we'll become closer friends.

little laker · 04-05-2010, 09:22 PM

Here's my soon to be new home.

I had forgotten about the RV park being so close to it. The RV park owner is the owner of the house as well.
Like I said, it's small and older. It can honestly use a fresh coat of paint, which might just happen this summer if I have the time and energy to paint.

LeDave · 04-06-2010, 03:33 AM

Originally posted by little laker

Here's my soon to be new home.

I had forgotten about the RV park being so close to it. The RV park owner is the owner of the house as well.
Like I said, it's small and older. It can honestly use a fresh coat of paint, which might just happen this summer if I have the time and energy to paint.

Scroll behind the view with the map, that hot blonde chick in front of the house could be your new neighbor.

little laker · 04-06-2010, 07:06 AM

Originally posted by LeDave

Scroll behind the view with the map, that hot blonde chick in front of the house could be your new neighbor.

Sure, point her out, why not. Now my gf might read this post and force me to move

graphicgr8s · 04-06-2010, 10:10 AM

Originally posted by little laker

I don't blame you George,
With the exception of a lighting seminar I have no interest in visiting Texas.

I don't know if I'd go to Texas even for that. I mean Rupert lives there, how good could it be?

04-02-2010, 10:37 PM	#1
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697	My upstair neighbor problems might be ending soon I got a phone call just after I got up this morning, from an aunt living here in town. My cousin has a long term lease on a small 1 bedroom country house house here. The thing is, he lives in Saskatchewan. He's been subletting it out since he moved out there, 6 months ago. Well, the person whom he was renting it to is moving on, so it's just been offered to me at a very affordable price. When I got the call I wasn't sure about it, since it's an older house and not as nice as my place. However the more that I thought about it the more I like the idea. Like I said, it's an older, one bedroom house, with a full kitchen and bathroom... unlike my place which is around 10 years old, with hotplates and a shower in the washroom. It has a nice little basement, which should be good as a studio My living room here is a studio however it's just too bright for some work Plus the new (old) house has hardwood floors (my cousin is a floor layer, and did them himself), and a nice LARGE yard After the problems I've had lately this might be the best part..... my closest neighbors are a couple of hundred...... YARDS Away That's right, Yards, Not Feet. Oddly enough I had to think about it most of the day. I would have said Yes immediately a week ago, however they've been good upstairs since then. However, I hate moving so it was a tough decision. It now looks like the place is mine. I can move in at the begin of next month. I'm meeting up with my present LL tomorrow, so I guess that I'll have to break the news with her. We've become friends over the 2+ years since I've moved in here, so it'll be tough telling her. However I think that we've both known for a while that it's almost time for me to move on. Just a warning, if anyone comes up to visit me in the summer months. It isn't air conditioned. For me it doesn't really mater, since I'm used to the hot summers, however it might not be good for some people not used to the heat.

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04-03-2010, 06:13 AM	#2
reeftool Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Upstate New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,553	Having the house to yourself would be a big improvement to an apartment. Of course now you will probably have the responsibility of lawn mowing, snow removal, etc. It's hot enough there for AC? I never even turned mine on last year. A house with a full cellar stays much cooler in the summer months. My only need for AC is background noise. I work nights so I sleep late in the morning. A window AC unit running on fan drowns out the dogs and lawnmowers.

04-03-2010, 07:50 AM	#3
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697 Original Poster	Originally posted by reeftool Having the house to yourself would be a big improvement to an apartment. Of course now you will probably have the responsibility of lawn mowing, snow removal, etc. There's a ride on lawnmower there for the lawn, which I'll need. However shoveling the driveway has me a little worried. I won't have to worry about it for several months though, and really never had to shovel this year anyways. I'm a little more worried about anything breaking. In my present situation I just call the landlady and it gets fixed. Not every place is that easy around here. Quote: It's hot enough there for AC? I never even turned mine on last year. A house with a full cellar stays much cooler in the summer months. I live in the hottest region of Canada, so yes there's a need for air conditioning. It shouldn't be too bad for just me though, if it gets too hot (which is usually just one or 2 weeks a year) I'll just move downstairs for a few days.

04-03-2010, 08:37 AM	#4
lithos Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Brisbane, QLD, AUS Posts: 3,261	Dude, weld a mini snow plough onto the lawnmower. Problem solved. This thread is a bit disappointing. I thought you'd taken out a contract or something on your neighbour...

04-03-2010, 09:20 AM	#5
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697 Original Poster	If it was my mower I wouldn't hesitate welding anything on, however since I imagine it's my cousins I can't really. Don't worry, if they pee me off enough I'll leave here Punk Rocker Style, and take pic's as I go (Sorry Gus, your line is too good to pass up on)

04-03-2010, 06:06 PM	#6
ve2vfd Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montreal, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,433	Dude, jump on it!!!! Sounds like a golden opportunity. Your neigbours are behaving NOW, who knows what it's going to be like in 2 weeks (or 2 days?) Pat

04-03-2010, 08:24 PM	#7
graphicgr8s Guest	Originally posted by little laker I live in the hottest region of Canada, so yes there's a need for air conditioning. It shouldn't be too bad for just me though, if it gets too hot (which is usually just one or 2 weeks a year) I'll just move downstairs for a few days. Son you don't know what hot is. Bless your heart.

04-03-2010, 11:47 PM	#8
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697 Original Poster	It's official, I'll be moving at the end of the month I haven't been able to reach my present LL yet, since she was out of town until late, and I was with my gf. However I'll see her tomorrow, and break the news to her. I know that she'll understand. Originally posted by ve2vfd Dude, jump on it!!!! Sounds like a golden opportunity. Your neigbours are behaving NOW, who knows what it's going to be like in 2 weeks (or 2 days?) Pat Thanks Pat I'm still not on speaking terms with them, and feel that talking to them is a waste of breath anyways. Originally posted by graphicgr8s Son you don't know what hot is. Bless your heart. You may be right George, however our thermostats do often reach the top. If you ever need to cool down a little your more than welcome to come on by for a while. I'm sure that I can make a little extra room for you and your family.

04-04-2010, 07:23 PM	#9
graphicgr8s Guest	Originally posted by little laker You may be right George, however our thermostats do often reach the top. If you ever need to cool down a little your more than welcome to come on by for a while. I'm sure that I can make a little extra room for you and your family. Sorry Stu. When I decide to go out of the US it's got to be Italy.

04-05-2010, 08:00 AM	#10
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Does sound like a nice little place, Laker. There's always ways to attend to the heat-management.

04-05-2010, 06:55 PM	#11
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697 Original Poster	Originally posted by graphicgr8s Sorry Stu. When I decide to go out of the US it's got to be Italy. I don't blame you George, With the exception of a lighting seminar I have no interest in visiting Texas. Originally posted by Ratmagiclady Does sound like a nice little place, Laker. There's always ways to attend to the heat-management. Thanks RML, I told my LL about it yesterday, and met up with her twice today. Although she'll miss me as a tenant she's happy for me and doesn't blame me at all. She isn't listing my place for rent right away, and may not. She's thinking that it may be the best time to sell it. I can't honestly say that we're parting as friends, there's actually a good t=chance that we'll become closer friends.

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04-05-2010, 09:22 PM	#12
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697 Original Poster	Here's my soon to be new home. I had forgotten about the RV park being so close to it. The RV park owner is the owner of the house as well. Like I said, it's small and older. It can honestly use a fresh coat of paint, which might just happen this summer if I have the time and energy to paint.

04-06-2010, 03:33 AM	#13
LeDave Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Minneapolis - St. Paul Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,067	Originally posted by little laker Here's my soon to be new home. I had forgotten about the RV park being so close to it. The RV park owner is the owner of the house as well. Like I said, it's small and older. It can honestly use a fresh coat of paint, which might just happen this summer if I have the time and energy to paint. Scroll behind the view with the map, that hot blonde chick in front of the house could be your new neighbor.

04-06-2010, 07:06 AM	#14
little laker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,697 Original Poster	Originally posted by LeDave Scroll behind the view with the map, that hot blonde chick in front of the house could be your new neighbor. Sure, point her out, why not. Now my gf might read this post and force me to move

04-06-2010, 10:10 AM	#15
graphicgr8s Guest	Originally posted by little laker I don't blame you George, With the exception of a lighting seminar I have no interest in visiting Texas. I don't know if I'd go to Texas even for that. I mean Rupert lives there, how good could it be?