Hi new to dfw area looking to buy a house. How’s the commute downtown from Frisco/McKinney area?

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Didn’t you just post the other day? After covid, during rush hour, you’re looking at solid hour or more no matter what anyone says

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An hour is optimistic for north Frisco/Mckinney. Like you left well before/after rush hour.

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Don’t do it! It will take 90 mins minimum each way.

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Rush hour is crazy! The number of accidents you will encounter daily and stupid idiots will make you hate your new home

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Don’t.

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Easily 1.5 hrs sometimes 2 on bad traffic days.

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Oh hell no. That is 3 hours a day M-F sitting in traffic.

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Don’t do it - you feel like you are always on the road . Unless you have flexible hours and don’t have to be in the office everyday ...!

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