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Post by zookeeper on May 1, 2016 4:20:27 GMT
And he is having a heck of a time finding a room to rent for just three months. His assignment will start the middle of May and go for 13 weeks. He has to be within 30 minutes of North Kansas City Hospital because of being on call.
This is a long shot...but if you know if anybody who has a room to rent to a married male who is going to be working 50-60 hours a week and does not do drugs or smoke...please let me know!
BTW...if you search Craigslist ads, you will find a whole lot of freaky!!!
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on May 1, 2016 4:30:15 GMT
There appear to be a couple of extended stay americas within that distance; have you looked into those? Looks like Country Club Plaza or Tiffany Springs are both within 15 miles... www.extendedstayamerica.com/hotels/mo/kansas-cityDoes he get reimbursed? ETA: this is my google searching only. I've never been to an extended stay america or to Kansas City. |
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Post by zookeeper on May 1, 2016 4:33:57 GMT
He gets a weekly stipend for housing but we are trying to find the cheapest place as he gets to pocket the difference. This is something that we are doing for the next 12-16 moths to be able to accomplish our financial goals. If we are going to be apart...we want to make sure that we get the most financial gain from it.
I will look into the Extended Stay and see if it is reasonable. Thanks for the link!
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on May 1, 2016 4:45:48 GMT
He gets a weekly stipend for housing but we are trying to find the cheapest place as he gets to pocket the difference. This is something that we are doing for the next 12-16 moths to be able to accomplish our financial goals. If we are going to be apart...we want to make sure that we get the most financial gain from it. I will look into the Extended Stay and see if it is reasonable. Thanks for the link! Yeah... it's probably NOT the cheapest. Good luck on your search, though! |
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Post by shanni on May 1, 2016 5:07:38 GMT
Have you tried looking at vrbo? I know lots of those do medium term rentals like that.
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Post by smginaz Suzy on May 1, 2016 5:17:19 GMT
airbnb?
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Post by zookeeper on May 1, 2016 5:40:04 GMT
We have not looked at vrbo or airbnb. I will check out both of those!
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Post by its me mg on May 1, 2016 5:49:15 GMT
The average rack rate for a room at the la quinta is about $75/night. Decent room - I lived in the La Quinta for 6 weeks on business travel. Absolutely no frills, don't get me wrong. But it got the job done. Do you live near a La Quinta?
I also can't help but wonder if that's the rack rate in San Diego (very high cost of living) that it wouldn't be even cheaper elsewhere?
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Post by zookeeper on May 1, 2016 6:00:44 GMT
We are looking at rooms to rent on Craigslist that are furnished and have access to the kitchen as dh knows how to cook and would prefer to not have to eat out. He gets a housing and meal stipend that he gets to keep whatever he does not use. We have found a couple of rooms to rent in North Kansas City that we are waiting to hear back on. Most of the rooms for rent in KC are south of the river and make the commute too far in event of a heart attack emergency for dh. Cath lab techs have to be at the hospital within 30 minutes once they receive the page , but dh likes to be there in 20 as he likes to get the room prepped for procedure.
This is so new for us. He has traveled before when he was single but not since he has been married to me. This will be very different for us as we like to spend lots of time together. We really enjoy each other's company. However, the travel jobs for the next 12-16 months will allow us to accomplish our financial goals so we are willing to suffer through being apart for the long term goal.
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Post by gsquaredmom on May 1, 2016 11:19:10 GMT
Is there someone at the hospital who can help? If they have residents, they have to live somewhere close and cheap.
Some hotel rooms have kitchenettes.
Is there a university in the area? He may be able to sublet for the summer.
Construction workers sometimes stay in a hotel for weeks at a time on a job. If you know anyone in that trade, perhaps ask?
Do you have AAA or can you access a travel agent? Maybe they can help.
It seems like this should be easier than it appears.
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Post by eleezybeth on May 1, 2016 11:49:40 GMT
I'd check out the homeaway, VRBO, airBNB. I wouldn't be too suspicious of craigslist but it would be easier if you were there and could check them out. Are there any colleges close? They might have a list of people seeking roommates. Summer sublets are usually fairly popular. You might also do a search on cooperate rentals and see how much they are.
As far as hotels/extended stays... You might call and ask for the monthly rental rate vs. the daily rate. Or, if it is possible to search for an extended stay/kitchen on priceline I'd make a low bid. The last extended stay we were in had a full kitchen.
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Post by Linda on May 1, 2016 13:09:50 GMT
I have a cousin who does travel nursing - she has an RV that she stays in near the various jobs. Obviously buying an RV is probably not budget friendly but I wonder if there are RV or mobile home parks where he can rent for the 13 wks
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Post by zookeeper on May 1, 2016 14:21:19 GMT
There are some excellent ideas here! He is going to contact the HR department at the hospital on Monday and see if they any listings that previous travelers have used.
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Post by quiltz on May 1, 2016 14:32:31 GMT
You could contact local churches as they might have members who would rent out a small apartment. The hospital might be your best bet.
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Post by katybee on May 1, 2016 14:58:27 GMT
The average rack rate for a room at the la quinta is about $75/night. Decent room - I lived in the La Quinta for 6 weeks on business travel. Absolutely no frills, don't get me wrong. But it got the job done. Do you live near a La Quinta? I also can't help but wonder if that's the rack rate in San Diego (very high cost of living) that it wouldn't be even cheaper elsewhere? Do NOT stay in the La Quinta right down the road from the hospital (next to I-35). It's gross and has bedbugs. |
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Post by zookeeper on May 1, 2016 15:09:18 GMT
Do NOT stay in the La Quinta right down the road from the hospital (next to I-35). It's gross and has bedbugs. Thanks for the warning! |
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Post by Peamac on May 1, 2016 20:00:39 GMT
You might look to see if there are any Facebook groups for KC ~sometimes people post there for roommates.
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Post by cmpeter on May 1, 2016 22:02:26 GMT
Is there a Homewood Suites in the area? That's where we often put up longer short term business travelers. They all have a kitchen or kitchenette and offer breakfast, some offer dinner too.
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Post by maryland on May 2, 2016 0:52:31 GMT
In our area, a lot of people who are on a short term job stay at a Residence Inn, but I am not sure the cost. I hope you are able to find a good safe place for your husband in a safe area. That is always my biggest worry when my husband travels alone, his safety! I hope he enjoys his job!
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Post by rockymtnpea on May 2, 2016 1:16:12 GMT
Call directly to the hotel...they often give a better rate then is published for extended stays. Particularly if he indicates he doesn't need daily housekeeping services etc
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Post by workingclassdog on May 2, 2016 1:19:25 GMT
Dang I know a TON of people who live in North KC... I can't think of any of them having the space to rent.. Let me check through FB and see if I can see anyone that knows of any place. (NKC is my hometown!!)
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Post by katybee on May 2, 2016 1:36:53 GMT
Dang I know a TON of people who live in North KC... I can't think of any of them having the space to rent.. Let me check through FB and see if I can see anyone that knows of any place. (NKC is my hometown!!) NKC is my hometown, too! Where exactly are you from? |
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Post by workingclassdog on May 2, 2016 1:44:14 GMT
Dang I know a TON of people who live in North KC... I can't think of any of them having the space to rent.. Let me check through FB and see if I can see anyone that knows of any place. (NKC is my hometown!!) NKC is my hometown, too! Where exactly are you from? No way... lol... Gladstone.. went to Oak Park (Oakie!!) I moved A LOT while growing up but was born in KC and then lived there for about five years during and after high school. Moved to the "OTHER" side of the river as well.. LOL |
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Post by Loydene on May 2, 2016 1:49:29 GMT
There are places north of the hospital with easy access. Try Devling Place Apartments or Colony Court Apartments.
I don't know if they will do a short term lease, but doesn't hurt to ask.
Also - in NKC see if the French Quarter still exists
NKC Lofts - check there -- it is just down the street from the hospital - next door to the former community center now a Y
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Post by pinseeker11 on May 2, 2016 1:58:57 GMT
Airbnb has tons of places that are pretty reasonable! And you can always ask the owner what their bottom line is! What dept will he be working in? I have 6 weeks left on my contract at Children's Mercy!
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Post by Lexica on May 2, 2016 2:07:41 GMT
I have zero input on a housing situation for you, I just want to say I think this is a cool way to go about getting a nest egg built up.
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Post by katybee on May 2, 2016 2:13:56 GMT
NKC is my hometown, too! Where exactly are you from? No way... lol... Gladstone.. went to Oak Park (Oakie!!) I moved A LOT while growing up but was born in KC and then lived there for about five years during and after high school. Moved to the "OTHER" side of the river as well.. LOL Oak Park High of you we sing...to you we will be true. May we as Northmen bring you honor and praise the blue on blue... Should I go on?  |
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Post by zookeeper on May 2, 2016 2:23:36 GMT
What dept will he be working in? He will be working in the cardiology department at NKC Hospital. It is a 13 week assignment that will likely be renewed for an additional 13 weeks. |
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Post by zookeeper on May 2, 2016 2:24:34 GMT
et me check through FB and see if I can see anyone that knows of any place. (NKC is my hometown!!) That would be great...thank you! |
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Post by workingclassdog on May 2, 2016 3:26:40 GMT
No way... lol... Gladstone.. went to Oak Park (Oakie!!) I moved A LOT while growing up but was born in KC and then lived there for about five years during and after high school. Moved to the "OTHER" side of the river as well.. LOL Oak Park High of you we sing...to you we will be true. May we as Northmen bring you honor and praise the blue on blue... Should I go on? Seriously? How funny is that?? What year?  ? You MUST be way younger cause I wouldn't be able to remember the words!! 1986!! The year Dr. Kahler retired... LOVED him... |
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? You MUST be way younger cause I wouldn't be able to remember the words!! 1986!! The year Dr. Kahler retired... LOVED him...