Comments on: Gays turn to DIY projects in economic downturn

By: Arkyguy

Arkyguy — Mon, 25 May 2009 22:47:35 +0000

Well this describes us exactly. We are 45 days into the finishing of the walkout basement.

By: Shane

Shane — Sun, 24 May 2009 05:12:25 +0000

what a waste of money this study was.

seriously

By: Trace

Trace — Sat, 23 May 2009 08:58:36 +0000

Simple fact is that gay folk have a track record of rejuvenating area’s and property. The gay folk move in and the property values go up.

By: Kate

Kate — Sat, 23 May 2009 05:05:20 +0000

Well Myke, If you’re right, I reckon there’s not a single gay person living by the railway tracks right across America!! (duh…)I recently crossed America on my way home, (Australia) and I was blown away by the rubbish and general lack of care in backyards from Ohio to California. The only place I was able to relate was coming through the mountains in California ( New Mex to LA) everything else was a MESS!! Property managers take note…..I research before I buy and make sure I buy gay friendly.

By: Myke

Myke — Sat, 23 May 2009 04:11:31 +0000

I agree 100% that we should try to find gay owned or gay friendly businesses to buy from. I also think that each time we buy big ticket items we should seek out the manager or owner and let them know we are gay so they know exactly who is paying their bills.
I also think e-mailing the corporate offices copies of receipts with a note stating that gay dollars purchased this item can make an impact. It’s about time we start getting rewarded for carrying so many of these companies. Maybe the gay people who work for them will benefit by being treated more fairly.

Landlords already know that we make better tenants, take better care of their properties if we rent, and generally better looking from the outside improving the neighborhood.
I know Real Estate agents that go out of their way to court gay buyers and my landlord loves gay tenants because of the care and respect we have for his property. My neighbors also know I’m gay because my yard looks better also,lol.

By: Morgan

Morgan — Sat, 23 May 2009 02:43:52 +0000

I am gay male, but I will buy any thing that works well in my home. Price as well as quality is important, I am not “married” to a specific brand names in electronics and appliances. But I do go to Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowes, etc.

But when it comes to food, it needs to be organic, and reasonably low on sugar, salt and fat or fat free. I have been buying organic at Safeway, Giant, Traders Joe’s which has it own name brand of organic products for cheaper than at the natural food stores. And buying the Safeway and Giant’s own brand of organics is a less expensive way to go if you prefer organic foods.

By: Earl

Earl — Sat, 23 May 2009 01:11:58 +0000

No we are a large spending public, I think that we should sit this one out, all summer, stay at the pool or public pool , with family, save are money , hit them where it hurts, I’m so sick of whats,going on in this country, I,m moveing to the dominican republic soon 3yrs, the dollar is worth some thing there,

By: Trace

Trace — Fri, 22 May 2009 22:06:23 +0000

Paul, we’ll be taking your gay card back. Yes, DIY is not only Do it yourself but also a network that is affiliated with HGTv. (Homo and Garden Television)

By: Paul

Paul — Fri, 22 May 2009 20:45:24 +0000

I’ll bet you’re right. Journalism 101 says define it once even if it’s common, right? Thanks, Kris.

By: Kris

Kris — Fri, 22 May 2009 20:33:40 +0000

Paul

I think that DIY stands for Do It Yourself, but I could be wrong.