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This rings really true, and it's not just for artists or authors. I moved to Pittsburgh so I could take a year off and just work on free software. I had about $

by gw 12y ago

This rings really true, and it's not just for artists or authors. I moved to Pittsburgh so I could take a year off and just work on free software. I had about $10k in savings and it lasted the whole year. You can get even cheaper rent if you're willing to live a bit outside the city.

keehun 12y ago
$10k for an entire year sounds really amazing. Did it feel like $10k? Mind sharing a rough expenses/budget? Even with a $100k salary, saving/investing $90k annually would be amazing...
- gw 12y ago
  Currently I'm living about 20 minutes outside the city on $450/mo rent, utilities included except gas. I eat really cheaply by buying in bulk from Sam's Club, though about once a week I go out drinking/eating. I don't pay any cable bill -- I just tether off of my phone for internet. I also don't have any student loans anymore, so that helps.