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switch8000 t1_jd7qrvm wrote

Reply to Bring on congestion pricing by nychuman

I used to have a commute that would take me across 23rd. I used to lol when I'd basically walk at the same speed as the bus traveling across the length of it.

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switch8000 t1_jbm29af wrote

Reply to Greenpoint Ferry to Manhattan by DatGopherAnIdiotBro

I live near a Ferry stop, I've never done the regular commute, but ride often, as I prefer it and walking vs the subway. It can be pretty nice.

To help you factor times, the time tables on the ferry's website are accurate, they are spot on with times and basically won't go faster or slower than those.

You'd always want to be at the ferry spot 8-10 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Then on the other side, M-F there's a free shuttle bus that will take you around midtown. Unless you're immedietly on both sides, this city basically has a way of making every commute around 45 minutes. Could be subway, could be ferry, could be bike, usually around 45 mins. lol.

Would I do it regularly? Yeah totally, it's a super chill ride. You can bring your bike on now without an extra fee. The ferry is the best way to travel IMO. And you can use your commuter dollars towards it. If you think you do get motion, it's not too bad, but just keep a handful of ginger candies in your bag in case you want them. And they sell beer and coffee on board too.

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switch8000 t1_j9co2fj wrote

Reply to comment by Flat-Mousse151 in Rent by [deleted]

Most apts require proof you make 40x the rent, gross (before taxes), which puts you at needing to show you both make 96000 combined. As long as you both can show that, then there's a good chance, but if the credit is low or the history is bad, you might need a guarantor. I.e. usually a family member who has good credit that can back you both.

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