Originally Posted by
Oberon
My advice to new hires is to suck it up and pay for a single occupancy hotel. It is the option with the fewest potential distractions since you don't have to worry about roommates, transportation, or a long commute. It's $2,000 in a $5 million career. The numbers work out favorably.
Lots of guys stay in crashpads in Hapeville (walking distance) for $250/month. Private rooms. Don't feel like you need to shell out 2k for the month. "Sucking it up" is a bit harder for regional guys who are on food stamps.