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Personal differences:

1. Studio apartment - Currently living in the same studio apartment I rented in law school. [b]I do a yearly review of my belongings to make sure everything I own can fit in my car if I needed to leave promptly. [/b]No plans to buy a SFH but I would consider buying a small 1BR condo if it made sense. Want to continue being able to fit all belongings in car.

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What is this about? Preferring a simple life is fine. But you sound eccentric. It’s hard to imagine that you can relate to clients enough to bring in business. On a basic, personal level- not just the superficial lifestyle issues you mentioned.

In another post you mentioned that you repair thrift shop finds. I appreciate that from an environmental perspective. However, if thats what you’re wearing to work, your level of frugality will negatively impact how partners and clients perceive you. [/quote]

Just acts as a check against having too many "things" that I don't really need. Sticking to the basics as far as dishware/linens/etc. makes it so I don't have to think too much about adding objects that I won't use on the daily or at least every other week. If I find something during my review that I don't recall using during the timeframe then I'll donate it or give it away to someone on facebook.

As far as the repairing thrift shop finds, it mostly things like patching small holes in jeans/pants in spots they won't be easily visible. For clothing that will be seen by clients I buy that new but take very good care of it. If its a patchjob somewhere more visible I'll take it to an expert to see if it can be repaired without being too visible but if not then same thing, I'll usually repair it myself and donate or give away on facebook.[/quote]

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