Hello, I'm considering buying a rental property in the Plano area (3bd/2.5ba). My target demographics will be young professionals transitioning out of a rental without the commitment and burden of owning a home but prioritize proximity to a major business hub.

However, there isn't space for a dining and wonder if it would be a deal breaker for a renter and even a prospective homeowner. The kitchen island is big enough to accommodate three bar stools. Curious to hear your thoughts

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Like there’s nowhere for a kitchen table? Where did the previous owner eat? That would be a dealbreaker for me but I don’t see how it’s possible

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Yeah it's the latter. Their justification is that people typically eat at the island and rarely using the dining table. Tbf, at our previous home which was also a 3/2.5 but larger (no kids at the time), we rarely used the dining. It seems like I'm in the minority because across the two platforms where I asked this, it's 80% in favor for a dining.

That would be a dealbreaker for me. I own my home in Plano and I use both my dining room and breakfast nook regularly. I don’t have an island though so I could make an argument that I would use my breakfast nook less if I had an island that I could sit at. I host family meals so I need the dining space. I’m in my late 30s for reference.

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Yikes! Already pulled the trigger, got mixed reviews on another platform

Dealbreaker. Male 30s in Plano.

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Wow

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Time to buy.

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I am currently in Seattle, WA, USA.
Thank you!

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Are you all talking to recruiters? What are they saying about the market, signing bonuses, etc.?

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Have an interview with BDO today. Can anyone advise what their busy seasons are like? I know they’ve been growing like crazy through acquisitions. Thanks!

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Anyone who has started up a side hustle whilst working in consulting - is it generally a good idea to let your employer know or will they make your life difficult/try to push you out if they know?

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Thanks!

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