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Old 03-26-2008, 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by markusk View Post
Women also pay more in certain intangibles....

For example, a single man or a woman just starting a career in a new city looking for a place to live. A man may choose to save some money and live in a less desirable neighborhood. For safety reasons, a single woman may not have that option -- for good reason. She may choose a better neighborhood, an apartment with a doorman ect. Women in general will thus pay more in rent. If I had a sister and a brother in a similar situation, I would insist that my sister live in a very secure building (and help may for it if necessary).
That's a good point--I agree completely.
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