I am so confused by this. I demand more in the Bay as Bay area landlords and their Nimby pals are exploitative jerks and California taxes and fees add up quick.

I am so confused by this. I demand more in the Bay as Bay area landlords and their Nimby pals are exploitative jerks and California taxes and fees add up quick. Why is that cleanly separated from the discussion? I see it as more “I will demand more here than other places” vs. “I know my worth and it’s exactly X”