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What do they make you do on your Drivers test at the Bridgeport, CT DMV? Question: I'm taking my drivers test on Wednesday at the DMV in Bridgeport, Connecticut and I was wondering if anyone has taken it there recently and can explain what things you had to do while driving. Also what exactly should I do when I first get in the car. Answer: all the best for your test |
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how long does it take to go to philly by car from bridgeport ct and how long does it take by train? Question: how long does it take ? if you have directions can you please help and by train i was thinking amtrack but does anyone know a train thats better if you do please tell me it and the where to take it and how long does it take from bridgeport connecticut to philadelphia pennsylvania thank you in advanced Answer: Amtrak from Bridgeport, CT to Philadelphia, PA takes 3 hours: http://www.amtrak.com/timetable/jul07/W02.pdf (PDF) The only other train out of Bridgeport is Metro-North, which only goes as far as Grand Central Station in New York City: http://as0.mta.info/mnr/schedules/sched_form.cfm Then you'd have to take a subway/bus/taxi to Penn Station to catch a train or bus to Philly. Driving also takes 3 hours (not counting traffic delays): I-95 South to Jersey Turnpike South to Rte. 73 North (exit 4) to Rte. 38 West to Rte. 30 West Or you could take a bus from Bridgeport to Philadelphia: http://www.peterpanbus.com/tickets/terminals.php http://www.greyhound.com/scripts/en/TicketCenter/terminal.asp?cit y=060027 |
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Moving from upstate New York to Arizona, Portland or Connecticut? Question: I currently live in the Albany area of New York State and will be graduating with my bachelors and masters degrees this may. I've applied to three Naturopathic medical schools and in the next year, I'll have to choose which one to attend. I've applied in Connecticut because that is the closest to what I currently know. The other two are totally foreign to me; Portland, OR and Tempe, AZ. Connecticut would obviously be easiest because it's closest to family and it's only about a 3 hour drive with all of our things when we move. The program wasn't my favorite but I will still get to do what I want to do with it. It seems like the housing in Bridgeport is expensive and I think that's because it's closer to NYC. Portland sounds nice and very vegan friendly (which is great for me) but I've read that jobs there are really difficult to find. I will need to be working while in school and my fiance will also need to find a job (he's a pharmacy tech and he also owns his own web design business but will seek a part-time job to have a steady income in between web design jobs). We plan on selling one of our cars and walking, biking or using public transportation as much as we can, and I've heard that's easy to do in Portland. But, I'm a little worried about the "gloomy" weather. I love the sun and I'm afraid I will miss it based on what I've read about the rain there. I do like that it seems that the yearly temperatures are milder than they are in New York, which is a plus. It seems that housing costs are pretty similar to my area but I'm just basing it on what I've seen on craigslist. Tempe sounds alright, as well. I love warm weather and sun so I feel like I would enjoy that a lot but my fiance tends to get very uncomfortable in heat. Is this something that one can get used to there or will he be miserable the entire time? Also, I've heard that traffic is terrible and there's not much in the way of public transportation. I'm not sure how the job market is there so any thoughts on that would be great. I've heard that crime is high in the nearby cities like Phoenix - is this something to be worried about? It seems that the housing costs here are less than in my area but I worry about the air conditioning costs. Basically, Connecticut would be convenient and I like the sound of both Portland and Tempe but I just feel I don't know enough about either of them. If anyone lives in either place and knows about any of the things I've talked about I'd love to hear about what you think. Thanks so much! Answer: Honestly it sounds like you already know the answer. I am from upstate NEW YORK SARATOGA. I personally would move to the warmer weather but also like being around my family. It is preference. Which sounds like you know what you want already its in what you wrote. |
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Has anyone been on Bridgeport-Pt. Jefferson ferry? Question: I was wondering if any of guys/girls been on ferry? If you have, I have few questions. 1. Is ferry mostly ontime? 2. Why does ferry runs slow? Is it because of cars/trucks? 3. Is food or snack bar available on ferry? 4. Is there cord for recharging batteries? 5. What view I can see from ferry from NY and Connecticut side? If you do, please tell me. Thanks in advance. I need this info by July 27th. Thanks for your cooperation. Answer: Hello, I live within 15 minutes of Pt. Jefferson in a place on Long Island called Smithtown. Yes, the ferry is usually on time, the ride takes about 1 hour and it's very relaxing. The P. T. Barnum is the fastest and biggest of the 11 ferries that have made the 15-mile run between Long Island and Connecticut since the line was established in 1883, It carries 1,000 passengers and 100 vehicles. And it 6,000 horsepower, double the power of the Grand Republic and the Park City Ferrys. It also has two bow thrusters rather than one, making it easier to navigate when docking. All ferry's run at a certain speed regulated for safety sake. Food is allowed and available on the ferry, there is no cord that I know of for recharging batteries. *If there is, and there better be, it's for emergencies and not for general public knowledge. Yes, you can see Connecticut from Long Island and I know you'll enjoy the trip. |
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If you read "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voight, what do you think of this? Question: I wrote a summary for the book "Homecoming" for a book report. I had to exclude the ending, and I was wondering if it's any good. I can't get much more detailed, because it has to be 5-7 sentences. Dicey Tillerman is heading to Bridgeport, Connecticut with her family to visit their Aunt Cilla. About half the distance to their destination, Dicey's mother gets out of the car, telling the younger children, James, Maybeth, and Sammy, to mind Dicey and never returns. Under Dicey's determined leadership, the quartet of children begin to walk to Bridgeport, scrounging for change alongside the road, sleeping by empty houses, and even stealing. As they come closer and closer to their destination, they work, meet both helpful and hindering people, and do whatever it takes to find a home, even if they find it in an unexpected place. Does it make sense that I could write a summary without reading the book? I don't think so. I read it, I'm just wondering if my summary sounds good because I'm dyslexic and have trouble transferring my thoughts to paper. Answer: This is a pretty good summary but two complaints: 1. You could fix some of your phrasing to flow better. (Ex: About half the distance to their destination . . . . this line could be better written as "Halfway to their destination,"). Just read back over it and read it out loud. 2. This does not summarize the entire book. You make no mention of their aunt or grandmother. A huge part of Homecoming is the time they spend with Cilla and Abigail, along with Abigail's decision to keep them. |
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i was on here about a year ago and asked if anyone could help i had alot of life problems, ......? Question: well i got crucified everyone thought i was aking for money, i was asking for help i clearly stated that i stated , eviction , etc. car problems, you name it , so things havent really changed , now i am homeless !! without a home for me and my children they are at family memebers while i day by day try to stay afloat , there is no space at my family house and now this past few months have been askin GOD for guidance, and HE reviled pregnant women shelter something i had never even thought of before he really spoke to me!!, oh did i mention in between last year and now i got pregnant,well it is time for a change never to hit this low again ,so i am trusting in the lord and he put this on my heart as a new beginning .......i have looked on many websites united way 211 for tampa florida and for bridgeport connecticut (this is where the father is), and read horror stories but want to make sure i am not missing anything!! so for the question! does any body have any info on pregnant women shelter ??? what are the best ones and what i should look out for? wow i always get that like the library is not open and people i may kno dont have computers ,ii dont have a place to stay of my own for my children with transportation but i am not stupid i kno how to access a computer , so please dont ask how am i using the internet, i am askin does anybody kno of any good shelters in BRIDGEPORT ,CT OR TAMPA ,FL. THAT I CAN LOOK UP OR A INFO THAT LINKS YOU TO GOOD SHELTERS IN ANY STATE . THANKYOU Answer: You can also look at the Department of Family and Children's Services in your area. They are not a big scary government agency wanting to take your children or new baby once he/she is born. They don't have enough foster homes to be pulling children just because the parents are having a hard time making ends meet. They offer alot of programs to help people get on their feet in order to keep their family together. There is also section 8 housing, WIC, TANF, food stamps... all of which your local health dept or family and children's agency can assist you with. Non-profit shelters are a wonderful opportunity for women. I highly suggest you using their services. They are there for a reason and you do not be worried about going to one. 211 is also a great resource, have you tried using it yet? I think your best bet is the shelter and they can help you get on your feet to get your family back together. Good luck honey, I pray all works out for you. PS There are many public places that offer free computer and internet services. What does it matter how she got online? |
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I make 36k and I want to buy house for 140k is that possible? Question: Hi I am a social worker case worker who is interested in buying a house. I have been working for the past 3 years and i am in good standing with my job. My boyfriend financial background is not clean so we are not even going to put him on my application- however we pay 1200 in rent each month. We do plan to get married within the next year and a half. His friend's family is putting their house for sale for 140k and it is a nice house in a good location in bridgeport, connecticut. I am a first time home buyer and I do not know where to start. Please help me. My debt is I owe 310 each month for my car (I pay 340 so I can reduce the debt) and I have student loan 250 (but my mom pays that each month) although it is under my name. Is it possible to buy the house or should I forget about it. I have heard that there are programs that can help me with downpayment. Answer: It sounds expensive by any measure. The rule of thumb is that a mortgage not exceed 2x to 3x your annual salary. 2x of your salary is 72,000 and 3x is 108,000. Unless you can put down ~$32,000 to bring down the mortgage to under $108,000 it's probably too much. The rule of thumb comes from a more detailed analysis which is the 28/36 rule. This means that your housing payment should be no more than 28% of your gross monthly income and your total debt payments shouldn't be more than 36% of your gross monthly income. 28% of your gross monthly income is $840 a month. This payment includes principal and interest, but also has to include real estate taxes, homeowner's insurance and (if you put down less than 20%) private mortgage insurance. Real estate taxes are a wildcard here. You are looking in the northeast and real estate taxes are quite high. Let's make a couple of assumptions - you put down 10% and have a mortgage of $130,000. Your credit score is >750 so you get a great rate (5.25% today), real estate taxes are 2% of the home's value per year (not unrealistic in the NE - parts of upstate NY are almost 4%). Your homeowner's insurance is $50 a month and your PMI is $125 a month. Your housing payment would be ($718 + 235 + 50 + 125) for a grand total of $1128. So, your payment is 37.6% of your gross monthly income which is more than most lenders will allow. Next issue. Your total debt can't be more than 36% of your gross monthly income. That includes the mortgage payment. So, 36% of your gross is $1080. You subtract out $310 for the car and $250 for the student loan (the bank doesn't care that your mother pays it, they just know that you are responsible for it) and that leaves you with $520 available for a mortgage payment. Most banks will not touch you with a 10 foot pole for a loan this size. A first time homebuyer might qualify for an FHA loan with a 3.5% downpayment, but you're going to need some kind of downpayment. That you saved. good luck! |
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What are the point of short term cds? Or any CD for that matter.? Question: The interest rates are low and you can find banks with competing interest rates just in a savings account. So why use a CD. For example, an HSBC CD has a rate of 2.5% w/ minimum deposit of $1,000. Lets say you do a year. You basically only earn $23.00. Might as well just keep it in your savings right? Im looking for ways to save my money but have it work for me as much as possible in a small amount of time. I live in Connecticut where home prices are just ridiculous. Too many rich people up here. I am trying to save for a home but I almost feel its hopeless. Unless I want to move to crime ridden Bridgeport and New Haven, it seems I may be out of luck. Any ideas or tips would be appreciated. I am single, $59000 salary, and only a few thousand in savings right now. Paying off a $3,000 credit card payment but no car payment. Answer: A CD typically pays higher interest than a savings account because you are exchanging liquidity (it's locked up for a period of time) for a higher return (higher interest rate). The basic premise in investing is that higher risk may earn higher rewards. Bank CDs are insured by the FDIC, so the risk of loss is low. Investing the same money in the stock market, which isn't insured, may earn you more money for the same period of time as the CD but with more risk of losing your investment. So, a CD is just a safe investment for a period of time. |