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JCwhatimsayin t1_ivrqxn4 wrote

I'd think real carefully about how attractive any job opportunity was if it forced me into a car under any circumstances. And doubly so if I depended on free street parking to make the difference in pay.

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[deleted] t1_ivu414f wrote

what's wrong with you? Don't get a better job because you may need a car to commute there ?

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AcerbicLeslieKnope t1_ivuouh4 wrote

I don’t think there’s anything wrong with placing a high value on not having a car. Personal preference can include not wanting a driving commute and not wanting to be a part of car culture.

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JCwhatimsayin t1_ivuf102 wrote

Hey, people make painful trade offs in their lives all the time. It sounds like you're not considering moving closer to this job. Why not? I'm just sharing the perspective that I, personally, would not consider a job change that required me to get a car. Apart from just hating to drive and feeling my life drain away any time I am spending time looking for parking, owning a car can add significantly to your financial risk. What if my car is impounded? What if someone steals my catalytic converter or slashes my tires? Do I have the funds to fill that gap on hand?

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