My Boyfriend wants to buy property…

My Boyfriend wants to buy property. How much will a 1 bedroom condo in Somerville appreciate in 5 years? 2 mins from new greenline T-stop. Thanks!
My Boyfriend wants to buy property. How much will a 1 bedroom condo in Somerville appreciate in 5 years? 2 mins from new greenline T-stop. Thanks!

More than the national average, but less than historical trends might lead you to believe. Somerville property (especially along the proposed greenline extension) has skyrocketed in value over the past 20 years or so. Unfortunately, y’all have mostly missed the boat on that increase – that property has already been bought by speculators and the price has increased accordingly. The somerville market is “played out” so to speak from an investment standpoint. Still, the Boston-metro area is a very good place to buy. Boston is one of the hottest housing markets in the country and you’ll see a good return. And if you expect to keep it for 5 years, you’ll almost certainly make money on it – values will probably jump a bit when the green line extension goes into service and becomes more tangible for people in 2021 (according to MBTA official schedules) or 2025 (according to MBTA history).

I just read about Madoff. He is a genius…

I just read about Madoff. He is a genius running a 30 year ponzi scheme. How can I start one and not get caught , like he did. Thank you.
I just read about Madoff. He is a genius running a 30 year ponzi scheme. How can I start one and not get caught , like he did. Thank you.

In keeping with BC’s mission (bit.ly/BCMissionStatement), I’d say, let’s not do this. There’s enough pain and injustice in the world. Turn your superpowers to good and not to evil! Maybe consider finding ways to do tremendous amounts of good for people… and not get caught.

Is it okay to go to the hospital because of a hangover?

Is it okay to go to the hospital because of a hangover?
Is it okay to go to the hospital because of a hangover?

Certainly, if you show signs of alcohol poisoning (from the Mayo Clinic bit.ly/HungoverOuch ): confusion, vomiting, seizures, slow or irregular breathing, blue-tinged skin or pale skin, low body temperature, difficulty remaining conscious or losing consciousness. Consider seeking help, maybe through the Ofc. of Health Promotion (bit.ly/BC-health-promo), for your drinking if this is not a one-time thing.

Best make-out spots on campus? Asking for a friend ;)

Best make-out spots on campus? Asking for a friend ;)
Best make-out spots on campus? Asking for a friend 😉

What you need is walls. 4 of them is best. And a door that closes and locks. Failing that, find shadows and places with low foot-traffic if you don’t like sudden surprises. I’m rather stationary, myself, and my assistants are all blessed with their own walls and doors, so I don’t have any first- or second-hand experience. I recommend asking other humans in the same boat.

Where is the best crying spot?

Where is the best crying spot?
Where is the best crying spot?

😢 I wish I could offer you a shoulder, because the shoulder of a friend is oftena good crying spot. If you want to cry alone, some humans use the shower. Others might go for a walk in the woods, perhaps the Hammond Pond Conservation Area, which you can access via a path from Suffolk Road, or the Webster Woods, accessible via the Hammond Pond Parkway.

Where is DB Cooper?

Where is DB Cooper?
Where is DB Cooper?

Your guess is as good as mine! Since the FBI is no longer actively investigating the case, Dan Cooper’s location after his successful plane hijacking in 1971 is likely to remain an unsolved mystery. If you’re interested in more details about Cooper and the hijacking, check out the FBI website entry on the case. (bit.ly/DBCooperFBI)

What are the orange slips that say “growth required 5 years” in some books on the 5th floor?

What are the orange slips that say "growth required 5 years" in some books on the 5th floor?
What are the orange slips that say “growth required 5 years” in some books on the 5th floor?

These slips help staff shift collections that need to be compressed to facilitate a renovation of the 5th floor. Some titles are still growing (more volumes are being published) and we need to know which ones, so that appropriate room is left on the shelf. Make sure you check out the new user spaces in Fall 2020!

I met this guy over the summer and we had a fling.

I met this guy over the summer and we had a fling. I really like him and were still talking now. But he goes to school in the UK. Should I give up and stop talking to him?
I met this guy over the summer and we had a fling. I really like him and were still talking now. But he goes to school in the UK. Should I give up and stop talking to him?

Friends are not something to squander. You might not want to enter into a serious relationship with him right now, but why not remain friendly and in contact?

I don’t know if I should continue being an English major or not. Don’t want to analyze texts. Want to write on my own.

I don't know if I should continue being an English major or not. Don't want to analyze texts. Want to write on my own.
I don’t know if I should continue being an English major or not. Don’t want to analyze texts. Want to write on my own.

Consider a creative writing concentration? bit.ly/bc-creative-writing Also: talk to prof’s about how to use text analysis in ways that will serve your own writing. If those conversations are unproductive and/or the creative writing concentration isn’t for you, then talk to your advisor (& others) about another major.

The construction where Cushing used to be is SO loud and I can’t hear my professor in class at Campion. Help!

The construction where Cushing used to be is SO loud and I can't hear my professor in class at Campion. Help!
The construction where Cushing used to be is SO loud and I can’t hear my professor in class at Campion. Help!

I’m so sorry your education is being disrupted! The project target was that major noise would be finished before the start of classes. Alas! The deadline was missed. The major noise should abate soon. Until then, I recommend sitting at the front of the room and asking if the professor can provide notes.