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Thomas Hudson
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re: Anyone else think Toyota owners inflate their reliability?
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 11/26/24 at 5:16 pm to skylane
My Land Cruiser is 20 years old and has about 240,000 miles. Other than regular service, a new alternator at about 200k, and a timing belt, I haven’t had to do anything. It’s been perfectly reliable and the drivetrain is as smooth as a new car.
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Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/10/24 at 8:32 pm to Redstickbaw
$24k/yr for 1st grader.
$26k/yr for 7th grader.
$26k/yr for 7th grader.
re: I am planning my BVI Honeymoon
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/6/16 at 3:23 pm to LowCountryGaper
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I had a friend that went to a resort in the BVIs that gave their guests access to small Boston Whaler type boats to personally use. However, this resort has since closed (hopefully not for liability reasons from giving everyone a boat)
That was probably Biras Creek.
Currently, your best bet is probably Bitter End Yacht Club, which have Whalers for use: BEYC
If I were planning a honeymoon in the Virgin Islands, though, I'd strongly consider Peter Island (BVI) or Caneel Bay on St. John (USVI).
re: Can we talk about Charles Tyrwhitt shirts?
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/6/16 at 9:32 am to TygerTyger
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For the money you might try them out. For casual button ups I generally stick to Peter Millar, Orvis (though cuts need improvement), Lands End, BB, etc.
Not this shite again
Not to derail this thread, but is there some controversy about this term? Button-up shirts refer to any shirts where the front is closed by buttons. Button-down shirts refer to shirts with a certain type of collar (i.e., a collar that is buttoned down on the tips).
As for Tyrwhitt, they are decent value, but I think Brooks Brothers (on sale) is a better buy at that price point, as others have said.
re: Monthly food expenses
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/17/16 at 10:15 am to TigerTatorTots
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99% chance they are obese or extremely unhealthy
About as far from it as possible, but perhaps we are just naturally blessed.
We were definitely in Three Putt's shoes before the kiddo arrived (and #2 is on the way). But of of course we had a lot more disposable income then too.
re: Monthly food expenses
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/16/16 at 5:05 pm to TigerTatorTots
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Jesus tap dancing christ, you eat out every other day????????????
Actually only 2-4 times during the week (including lunches). But we do eat out most meals on weekends.
So a week can easily go to $400+ on eating out (including drinks):
2 weekday dinners: $100
2 weekday lunches: $30
2 weekend dinners: $200
2 weekend lunches/brunches: $100
re: Monthly food expenses
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/16/16 at 4:55 pm to tigernation81
Wife, 1 4-year-old, and myself.
$600/month on groceries
$1400/month on eating out
So about $2000/month on food.
How on earth do y'all spend so little eating out? We don't do it big or anything remotely close, but every meal with 3 of us seems like it is at least $50-60.
$600/month on groceries
$1400/month on eating out
So about $2000/month on food.
How on earth do y'all spend so little eating out? We don't do it big or anything remotely close, but every meal with 3 of us seems like it is at least $50-60.
re: Where to stay in Carmel Ca.
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/16/16 at 4:30 pm to SDwhodat
re: Restaurants to eat at around Dallas Market Center area?
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/11/16 at 3:10 pm to Zappas Stache
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FT33 in Trinity Groves is one of the top restaurants in Dallas.
To clarify, FT33 is not in Trinity Groves; it's in the design district, which is even closer to Market Center. But I agree that it's one of the top restaurants in Dallas. Uchi is another fantastic option not too far away.
re: OT Travel Experts - Pacific Coast Highway vacation
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 9/23/15 at 3:43 pm to DawgCountry
Have done the trip the opposite direction (i.e., south to north). My advice is to stay in Carmel rather than Monterey, and Santa Barbara rather than L.A. Either way, awesome experience. 
re: Being Harassed by Real Estate Agents for Doing FSBO
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 7/10/15 at 10:03 am to Major Dutch Schaefer
Just sold my house FSBO, although I used a flat-fee listing service to get it on MLS. 80% of the agents that showed it thought I was using a seller's agent and didn't even know that you could get on MLS without one. Also, when I listed on MLS I had to sign an agreement disclosing what I would pay a buyer's agent. I went full 3%.
Had 25 showings in the first two weeks. I could possibly have gotten more money with a seller's agent, but not nearly enough more to justify the commission.
Had 25 showings in the first two weeks. I could possibly have gotten more money with a seller's agent, but not nearly enough more to justify the commission.
re: New Orleans Wedding/Reception Venues
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 6/3/15 at 10:29 am to HoustonGumbeauxGuy
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You gonna do second line?
TBD. Fiancee is a Texas girl who doesn't understand the need to add a parade to our wedding.
re: New Orleans Wedding/Reception Venues
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 6/2/15 at 4:50 pm to REG861
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second floor of Tableau
That's a very interesting option. Looks like their "Green Room" seats up to 70.
Did the wedding have a band setup? I wonder if there's space for that.
re: New Orleans Wedding/Reception Venues
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 6/2/15 at 3:24 pm to Solo
Anybody been to a wedding/reception at the New Orleans Board of Trade on Magazine St.?
New Orleans Wedding/Reception Venues
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 6/1/15 at 7:29 pm
Any good recommendations for Garden District or French Quarter venues to host a small (60-80 person) wedding and reception? I know there are hundreds in NOLA, but looking for good personal experiences. We are currently vetting the downtown hotels (i.e., the Roosevelt, Ritz, and Windsor Court), but I want to make sure we don't miss any gems in other parts of town.
P.S. - Posting this on the food board because the level of taste and judgment here is, well, higher than the OT. Plus, the quality of food is a huge factor in the decision.
P.S. - Posting this on the food board because the level of taste and judgment here is, well, higher than the OT. Plus, the quality of food is a huge factor in the decision.
re: Legally using information that isn't yours for profit...how?
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/9/15 at 8:08 pm to rintintin
Fair enough.re: Legally using information that isn't yours for profit...how?
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/9/15 at 8:06 pm to rintintin
I suggest you do some research regarding copyright law.
re: Correlation Between Address Number and Trashiness
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/9/15 at 10:37 am to Y.A. Tittle
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No, in Dallas that just means you're an "urban" hipster.
Or it means you're in the Park Cities.
re: Correlation Between Address Number and Trashiness
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/9/15 at 10:35 am to jaTigerfan
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You actually live there?
No. I only have four digits in my address. Trashy.
re: Correlation Between Address Number and Trashiness
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/9/15 at 10:31 am to Cold Cous Cous
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auto-trashy
Preston Hollow = auto-non-trashy
re: Correlation Between Address Number and Trashiness
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/9/15 at 10:29 am to DustyDinkleman
re: Best Way to List/Market House FSBO
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/6/15 at 2:42 pm to LSUFanHouston
quote:That's a good idea. I might have to try that too.
The sellers created a facebook page and shared it. Someone suggested we "like" the page, and it went from there.
re: Best Way to List/Market House FSBO
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/6/15 at 9:06 am to Motorboat
Thanks all. A couple follow-up questions:
1) Did you opt to do the MLS listing?
2) How much (if anything) did you offer to pay to buyers' agents who brought buyers? My understanding is that if you do the MLS listing you have to agree to pay buyers' agents a certain percentage, but not sure if the actual number is set in advance or negotiated ad hoc.
1) Did you opt to do the MLS listing?
2) How much (if anything) did you offer to pay to buyers' agents who brought buyers? My understanding is that if you do the MLS listing you have to agree to pay buyers' agents a certain percentage, but not sure if the actual number is set in advance or negotiated ad hoc.
Best Way to List/Market House FSBO
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 4/6/15 at 8:27 am
Going to be selling my house, and would like to do it myself rather than listing with an agent. Websites like forsalebyowner.com and FSBO.com advertise flat-fee listing "packages" that will place the listing on their own websites plus MLS (thereby getting it on Zillow, Trulia, Redfin, etc.).
Is the increased exposure of the broader listing worth it? If so, any advice on which website (forsalebyowner.com, FSBO.com, or other) is best to get the best marketing?
Is the increased exposure of the broader listing worth it? If so, any advice on which website (forsalebyowner.com, FSBO.com, or other) is best to get the best marketing?
re: What is the deal with the Toyota Land Cruiser...starting price of $80k
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/9/15 at 4:40 pm to Ace Midnight
What they need to bring to the US is the LC70:
I'd sell my LC200 in a heartbeat for one of these.
I'd sell my LC200 in a heartbeat for one of these.
re: What is the deal with the Toyota Land Cruiser...starting price of $80k
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/9/15 at 12:46 pm to KG6
quote:
I was looking at Toyota SUV's and the salesman showed me the Land Cruiser they had in the showroom
I basically found the truck I wanted online and then showed up at the dealership for a test drive. None of the salesmen seemed to know anything about the LC other than that they hardly ever sell them.
I asked about syncing with my phone, but the salesman said he didn't think it did that (it does). Fortunately I'd done my homework and was able to figure it out and teach him how at the same time.
re: What is the deal with the Toyota Land Cruiser...starting price of $80k
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 3/9/15 at 12:33 pm to Chicken
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For anyone that has, what is the appeal?
I own a 2013. Fantastic truck, although the list price is way too high. If you can find one on a dealer's lot they'll go way ($10k) below MSRP. Plus depreciation is among the lowest out there.
They look better in person, in my opinion, but are certainly not for everyone. The appeal for me was a long-lasting, reliable, and low profile (i.e., not flashy/showy) vehicle with lots of room, three rows, and all the luxury features I needed. I also considered a Range Rover, but the reliability issues, lack of third row, and terrible dealer service (at least here in Dallas) pushed me away.
re: Oxford or loafers for a suit?
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 2/13/15 at 1:23 pm to Mo Jeaux
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A brown oxford that is brogue is about as formal as a brown shoe can get.
Negative. Brogue is inherently less dressy.
This.
re: It is with much MUCH sadness that i must bid adieu to my beloved gas range
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 1/13/15 at 2:16 pm to CAD703X
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i guess i'm looking for knobs on the front now
I don't know that it matters, but my understanding is this is the difference between "cooktops" (knobs on top) vs "rangetops" (knobs on front).
Rangetops seem to be more high-end, but require more work for installation (vs a drop-in cooktop). But if you're starting from scratch it might not matter.
re: It is with much MUCH sadness that i must bid adieu to my beloved gas range
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 1/13/15 at 12:19 pm to CAD703X
I think with Dacor those are more accessories to the cooktop, rather than built in. Not sure about other brands though.
re: It is with much MUCH sadness that i must bid adieu to my beloved gas range
Posted by Thomas Hudson on 1/13/15 at 12:12 pm to CAD703X
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a brand you recommend
I have a Dacor, which I like a lot.
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