Don't Get SCAMMED when Arriving in NYC (Airport Mistakes to Avoid!)
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- Avoid these scams and ripoffs at NYC airports and find out how to get to Midtown Manhattan easily from JFK!
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09:41- 7) Taking the AirTrain for Public Transit Options
12:24- 8) Taking the Subway to Midtown Manhattan
13:19- 9) Taking the LIRR To Midtown Manhattan
14:42- Buying an LIRR Ticket Off the Machine
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Can Revolut be used at the OmnyPay readers at subway stations?
I absolutely hate it when tourists get scammed, like the scam artists who stand in or near Battery Park and sell fake Statue of Liberty tickets to unsuspecting tourists.
My first day in NYC started with a scam. I mean it was just $50-60 and nothing too bad but yeah now as a resident it doesn't feel good seeing all this.
I hate seeing people get scammed. Kinda ruins the whole trip/experience…
To get the real tickets you have to reserve months ahead of time on the correct website.
@@dannydaw59 or you can buy them on the day you visit at Castle Clinton, the big brick building in Battery Park.
Good information i from Sweden
Wow! The Port Authority waiving the $8.25 AirTrain fare on a regular basis and then reinstating it 5 minutes later seems like the biggest scam to me. Just shows you how inefficient they are and it isn't fair to their paying customers.
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It’s run by the government. Say no more.
how is that a scam?
@@TheFurreidit’s a joke
F*ck the Port Authority! Stopped paying $8.25. It takes me a bit longer but I get from JFK to GWB for $2.90!
A couple of things to keep in mind about LIRR City Tickets purchased on the TrainTime app…
1. Once tickets are activated they are valid for 1 hr. So don’t activate them until the train is at the station and boarding.
2. If you wait to activate your ticket until the conductor comes around to check tickets, you may be hit with a fine for making the ticket checker wait. It really depends on the ticket checker’s mood. I’ve forgotten to activate my ticket on occasion but never been fined. I’ve heard it happen to others, though. The fine is the difference between the City Ticket discounted fare ($5 or $7) and the cost for a full fare ticket.
The last thing to remember is that City Tickets are only for inter borough travel. If your destination happens to be Long Island, you can’t use City Ticket.
If you buy a train ticket online or through the app, I am not sure there is wifi at the train station so you can't activate it there so you might have to go back to the airport to activate it but then you can't show the activation to the train ticket checker when you are inside the train without wifi.
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Problem solved
Thank you Barr, you're the best. You made my first trip to NYC in 2022 a memorable one. I was alone, I took the airtrain to Jamaica and from there I took LIRR to PENN station. There I spent some time relaxing in the Moynihan Train Hall before taking an uber to my hotel next to Battery park in lower Manhattan. You are indeed the best channel ever to enable first timers like me to tour NYC like pros and enjoy Fort Tryon 😂 Thank you again, Barr.
Just went on a solo trip to NYC a month ago, it was a short trip (2 days only) and these tips helped so much. I could easily use the subway from JFK into Manhattan and the LIRR as well since I went to a concert at UBS Arena. Both were super easy to use and these videos were so helpful. Got a little lost in the subway at first but once I found the right way everything was super easy. It was my first trip to New York and these videos made it the best, I would want to visit again for a longer time
Hi, great video as always!
Just wanted to share a tip for the SUPER BUDGET travellers out there. I'm actually surprised it wasn't included in the video. I also didn't see it in the comments yet.
1) Take the free AirTrain ride from any JFK terminal to the Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station. You will get out of there for free there since you only have to pay for the AirTrain if you are exiting it at either of the final stations (i.e., Howard Beach or Jamaica). No need to pay for the crazy expensive $8.75 ticket (as of November 2023)! Yay!
2) Take the Q10 bus to the Kew Gardens Rd/80 Rd where you will transfer to the E (blue) subway or the F (orange) subway (depending on where you are going). The bus ride takes about 30 minutes. The service is on a large articulated bus which has some special racks for big checked luggage. You might see lots of airport employees and locals using this bus so feel free to ask them for help if you are lost. Importantly, the transfer from the bus to the subway is free within the first 2 hours so it will be free for you on this route. The only thing you will have to pay for is the bus ride. You don't pay for the subway later.
3) Walk from the bus stop to the subway station and get to wherever you need on the E or F subway. For instance, you can get to NY Penn Station (West side of Manhattan) in around 30 minutes on the E train or reach upper Manhattan on the F train in roughly the same time. You can also change the subway line later on. All for just $2.75 (or a single subway ticket price whenever you are reading this). You can't go lower than that!
Alternative solution:
If you don't fancy a long ride on the bus you can also get off the Q10 bus at the Lefferts Blvd/Liberty Ave bus stop after around 15 minutes and transfer to the A (blue) subway. The name of the subway station is Ozone Park/Lefferts Blvd. Again, you can transfer for free and continue your journey on that train having already paid $2.75 for the bus. Many of my friends use this solution to get to their homes in Brooklyn. You can also get to, for example, Lower Manhattan (Fulton St) in around 30 minutes.
Google Maps links for the lazy ones:
1st leg: maps.app.goo.gl/cyGP3951ukh5vpnQ7
2nd leg: maps.app.goo.gl/s8JXvoNn1vQboGV17
The alternative way:
1st leg: maps.app.goo.gl/CcoyF8eykYqEYXTY9
2nd leg: maps.app.goo.gl/CWjBWXGA74qsF3gJ9
This works great especially if you are not in a rush, such as after your flight (and not when heading for one). The only downside of this solution are the waiting times between the AirTrain and the bus and the bus and the subway so you have to take some extra time for this into account but they usually come pretty frequently. The total travel time from JFK to Manhattan (or the other way back) should take you around 1.5 to 2 hours max, depending on my experience.
Personally, when catching a flight, I usually go with the LIRR + AirTrain solution since it's the fastest and the most reliable one. It's not so cheap though, especially nowadays.
Please, feel free to check this route yourself, perhaps even make a short video about it. I've seen some on CZcams already but they aren't that well-made as your video and lack an in-depth commentary and visual cues.
Hope this helps!
Note: This is absolutely a legal and legitimate way to get in and out of JFK. There is nothing wrong in skipping the AirTrain fare. The free transfer between the bus and the subway is absolutely legal and legitimate too. It's just not many people seem to know about this way of travelling. And it's really hidden in plain sight - even the official MTA subway maps mark the route of the Q10 bus :)
Facts
That purple bus seen in the background at 0:27, my company actually handles those buses. My current job consists of driving those same buses around the Terminals, usually 1,4 and 8. I say this because I can't stress just how much toursts get scammed by those fake taxi drivers. I've heard stories of these fake taxi drivers lying to tourists and intentionally dropping them off at the wrong place for a high price. One driver dropped some tourists at Federal Circle (5 minutes away from the Terminals), told them it was Manhattan (their intended destination), and actually charged them $100. Another driver charged some tourists $70 to "cross the bridge into Queens", even though both JFK and LGA are in Queens so you don't have to cross any bridges if Queens is your destination. If you're a tourist coming to NY, I'd recommend either getting in a yellow cab or taking an Uber. When you're getting into the car of these fake taxi drivers, you're essentially getting into a random strangers car. They could be the next Ted Bundy and you wouldn't know. Even then, I've also heard of Ubers and actual taxi drivers dropping people off at the wrong terminal and telling them that they're at the right terminal (even though they're clearly not in the right place). Be vigilant in NY, or any city for that matter
Thank you for sharing this. Your first-hand advice is MUCH appreciated.
So glad you showed the subway... Transit workers and most people are kind to point you in the right direction too
Great video Jon. I used your videos when I planned a trip to NY Feb '23. I find your advice always easy to understand.
Your detail and advice on this video is superb. So well researched and I am sure you will save plenty of people some money if they follow your hints and tips. Everything you would need to know seemed to be covered. If people don't recognise Jon as the best New York CZcamsr and view the channel then they are missing out. Everything is covered and done in a simple way. Nice work again Jon.
Glad it was helpful!
Tip $15-20 a Uber? That's crazy, it doesnt happen anywhere else in the world. Maybe $5 for exceptional service.
Your vlogs were super helpful on our trip a couple of months ago. We took Revel from JFK and the driver had issues finding us due to construction at that terminal but it was still the best experience and price overall.
Hey Jon, it’s Vinny 😎. Yeah, this is very good information for all the tourist coming into New York City. You have given them so many options and what to look out for. Great video Jon 💪🏽
Really enjoy watching, entertaining and helpful. Thank you.
Thank you Jon…what ep full of golden advice. I found it very helpful having a global carrier that I switched to US roaming from home, it worked like a dream. Loved the cab and share ride apps comparison. Excellent ❤❤
Thank you for sharing your travel thoughts and tips. Very nice!!😊
Keep up the work. Love your videos.
You are just an amazing helpful man I ever know exist ❤
Thanks for the superb info and high quality vids
Dreaming of visiting to NYC someday with your amazing super helpful tips.
Happy to help!
Great job on your information and report it's truthful and factual for everyone to see. God Bless Your Great Success 🙏♥️🙂
Hey Jon, so my next visit to NYC will be my fifth visit. Even though I'm an experienced traveler it's good to be aware of some potential new scams in NYC.
I'm coming over from Edinburgh Scotland in October and I've binge watched so many of your videos now. Thanks for all the hints and tips. Definitely lots of great recommendations.
So far THE most informative Video on this Topic
Thank you for your great info. I love nyc! Just left there a couple weeks ago. Will be back in the summer. I do something different each time. Normally travel into the city by lirr to penn station. Never had a problem (last time got a free pass as you did). On route to jfk this time used hotel taxi...it was great @$85! Tip was separate but well worth the lack of stress!
Thanks for the tips!
We're about to go to new york in 8 days and your videos are helping to understand so much thank you!
Thank you for sharing Jon
Great video! We went to NYC earlier this year and found using the Subway super easy. One of the scams we were a bit unsure about was a stall selling an 'unlimited Metro card' right after using the AirTrain. Quite a few tourists queued and paid but we opted not to as I hadn't seen anything of the like in any of your videos or on the MTA site. I'm fairly sure it's not a thing but just a warning to anyone reading! Thanks as always Jon, we'll be back soon!
ive used to live in nyc my self for 16 years please dont acepet anythng from anybody dont buy metro cards unless is from an mtba teller and dont get into any car
If it is inside the AirTrain terminal it's OK. But there are a bunch of machines like in every subway station, and now you can use your phone or credit card at the gate instead, also like any subway station.
I'd never ride on the NYC subway unless Charles Bronson or Jack Reacher are on the same coach.
@@NJTDoverwuss
On our last trip I requested a quote for a wheelchair accessible van from JFK to Midtown. The travel agency of a major European airline forwarded me a quote for some $800. I asked them whether I get to keep the van for that price. If not, then I'd respectfully decline. We ended up taking the AirTrain and LIRR to Penn Station for cca $30. BTW: there are elevators at Jamaica for the E train and all platforms of the LIRR too: if you have luggage, or a wheelchair or both, you can take the elevator.
Good point, i didn't look for the elevator!!
Well said well said, every tourist needs to watch this!
Very helpful video! Happy Holidays
This video is very helpful. Especially since you run us through the transit part
I love you - knowledgeable, helpful , kind and very very cute xx I used to fly to JFK once per month and well things have changed in 8 years , that was the last time
Very useful video, great job 👍
Great video. Very helpful advices! Thanks!
Glad you're doing this video. I wish something like this existed when I first came to nyc, and started traveling in and out of the city. I always spent a fortune on Uber, simply because I was never confident enough to travel by cab. But lately, unless I have more than one suitcase, I just take the train. Takes much longer, but definitely cheaper 🤷🏻♀️
The E train is great and doesn't even take too long.
Great advice, thank you!
Great video and tips, thank you 🙏
Very useful tips about taking the LIRR to Manhattan, will definitely do this as a much nicer subway alternative. Thank you!
This video is extremely helpful!
John you kick a__! You are so informative and knowledgeable and smart and friendly! You are the lifeline to big & beautiful NYC! Thank you very, very much!
Wow, thank you!
I am very happy with your thorough and engaging explanation about these illegal individuals who ask travelers to use their cars for transportation, while they are scammers. I am glad to support your advocacy for legal transportation means and I seek your permission, on behalf of the official airport taxi service, to borrow a segment from your video and share it on our social media page, and I will give credit to you
I used the Air Train and LIRR when I visited recently and it was so easy! A really lovely member of staff at Jamaica Station helped me get the cheapest ticket to Penn Station, I’d definitely use the train again.
Arriving to New York on Saturday. Spot on timing, Jon! :D
great information!!
John is the best. He like really did it. Like he has that skill of just being that person who can make a wide range of people feel like you're in the right place at the right time.
Another route you can take is drop off at the Lefferts air train station and take the Q10 bus, (you'll need a metro card/OMNY/ tap to pay) ride the bus until you reach Liberty Ave and as you get off, to your left will be the beginning of the subway A line (whatever payment method you use to ride the Q10 bus whether it be a metro card/OMNY/ tap to pay you'll use to get onto the A train) and from there you can ride directly to 34th St Penn Station, 42nd St and Columbus Circle. (it takes average about an hour to reach those locations via the A train)
Thank you ! Thank you ! For posting this
No problem 😊
Agreed that if you have massive luggage, public transportation might not be the right choice. Personally, I pack light and love the transit system. From stepping off the plane at JFK (no checked bags) to stepping into my hotel room usually takes ~80 minutes. My best was 50 minutes. There are elevators/escalators to the AirTrain, and right behind the stairs to the LIRR platforms at Jamaica are elevators, too. At the end of the LIRR concourse, there are elevators to the E-J-Z subway entrance, too. The Airtrain turnstiles at Jamaica now has a contactless lane. But if you are using the AirTrain 4 or more times (2 riders both ways or 4 riders one way), getting a 10 ride pass is cheaper at $26. You can save another $1 by buying the 10-ride pass at the newsstand next to the turnstiles. Up to 4 persons can use the 10-ride at a time, and it's good for 30 days from the first time you use it.
Wow so helpful thank you!
Great video! I've been to NYC few times myself in the past. The official NYC yellow 🚖 is look for the medallion on the hood and license plate matches along with number, letter, number, number, etc! Uber I've used experienced in the past, always look at the license plate matches on your info from your phone as well the type of vehicle and color!
For the LIRR at Jamaica Station, there are elevators that take you to the platforms. They are located on the opposite side of the escalators.
My brother Jon always has the goods!
Born in Brooklyn, now living in central Georgia.
When I visit my city of birth, brother Jon's tips
are worth their weight in gold!
Flew into Newark in 2022 and got Uber to South Brooklyn. It was about 8pm, the pickup area was utter chaos, and it took my ride about 30 minutes just to navigate the incoming airport traffic. Trying to identify the license plate was like looking for a needle in a haystack. If it had been practical I would have got the PATH train or Express Bus.
I love NYC, but you really gotta be prepared for chaos sometimes!
Wonderful job as always Jon! And for those who are super cheapskates, there's always the option of taking the Airtrain to Lefferts Blvd station in order to get the bus into Queens and connect to the subway for $2.90 (free transfer with OMNY from bus to subway) therefore avoiding the Airtrain fee since Lefferts Blvd station is part of the Airtrain's free travel zone.
What I'm wondering is if it is possible to save any significant amount of walking by taking the Q3 to Locust Manor or an express bus.
I've been lucky enough to have visited family in New York several times over the years and have tried (or fallen for!) most of these methods to get into the city. Thanks for this excellent overview, which I hope will prevent me from making more expensive/time consuming mistakes in the future.
On another topic, would it be possible for you make a video or two showcasing a selection of the best vegetarian/vegan restaurants/diners/fast food outlets in the New York area? I tracked down a handful on my most recent trip in March, but I feel that I only scratched the surface.
If you have a lot of time, not much luggage and it is during the day. You can get to Manhattan from JFK for $2.90 Take the AirTrain get off at Lefferts Blvd and catch the B15, Q10 or Q3 bus.
Q10 to transfer to the E train at Kew Gardens station is usually the fastest. AirTrain within terminals is free, bus is $2.90, transfer to subway is free.
Yep actionkid did a video on this once
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Fantastic share. Thanks
❤thanks for the information
Good video. We should have more videos like this to protect people from scams.
Excellent advice. I’ve always taken the Air Train to the subway. Now I’ll be taking the LIRR instead.
Absolutely I always take the subway to and from the airports. Simple. Good video!!
A lot of tips apply to anywhere you go virtually anywhere. Like make sure your ride is good.
Public transit is the cheapest and it’s actually quick - 30 minutes from JFK to manhattan (plus wait time for air train and LIRR)
Some great tips t Here, very useful! I've been to NY 3 or 4 times...last time did a shuttle...not again. Coming in from Australia the easiest way is Taxi.
The best SIM option for international travel is an eSIM. No need for a physical card and most modern phones that supports eSIM lets you use your primary SIM as normal, but switch to the eSIM for data. Super convenient.
What's the usual pricing and data limit you usually? Found too many options online with varying different pricing and idw to get scammed lol.
Interesting. I am heading to Malaysia later this year and plan to check out their numerous phone shops that have esim capable phones hopefully that also can work internationally if not the U. S. also. My U. S. phone is not esim capable.
Thanks for sharing about this, its twenty years since I was scammed by a Yellow Taxi in NYC, I complained to NYC Taxi commission who paid half the amount back into my bank account six weeks later.
The Taxi Driver tried to use a file with costs in to tell me they were special Airport charges.
I'm glad I got the difference returned. Others might not.
On my last trip to NYC in January of this year, I also lucked out an got fee waiver at the end of the AirTrain. A nice surprise! Additionally I had the good fortune to take the LIRR into Grand Central the day after that segment opened, a train trip that takes less than 20 minutes. Once I arrived at Grand Central, I only had to walk across the street to reach my hotel. In total, it was under an hour between stepping off my airplane and getting settled into my hotel room (all for less than $7.00). As you pointed out in the video, there is no "down" escalator to the train platform at Jamaica Station, but there is an elevator for those with mobility issues or a lot of luggage.
We were there earlier this year. Just went straight for the licensed cabs and got to Long Island City for a decent price. We arrived quite late, so it was a good option for a first timer in NYC I think.
Thanks John for the great advice. I was wary of these scammers because of you. They’re right by the taxi sign at JFK, they look somewhat in a company uniform(some of them) and they say “taxi?” to you.
I asked one are you really a taxi service and he just looked away. I don’t understand how they can so blatantly scam and get away with it with the authorities not stepping in.
Love your content, we followed lots of your tips when we visited in june. Only slight negative from your videos is that if people make an effort to come over to say hi, be a little more welcoming, you do come across as quite dismissive and abrupt, I know its New York but giving a little time and warmth means a lot to people.
Dude, great vid. Kudos! How about travelling South America? Lots of tourists are scammed down there as fast as I know. Cheers!
I noticed similar scams in Oslo Norway. I order a local cab, couldn't see it so i figured i'd ask the cabs outside where i could locate my ride. One said it's not this cab, some other taxi told me to cancel my ride so he could take me instead, then the first on screams out the window "This is not your ride". Then thank f the local taxi calls my phone and tells me he's waiting outside of the peremiter, one love for local taxies, no bullshit.
It used to be so much worse before the airtrain and dedicated taxi stand. You'd probably get approached about 20 times before making it to the street. Also I think the flat rate back to JFK from anywhere in NYC is worth mentioning.
Thank you for you for the very detailed information, great video!!
I do not live in the US and I was mindblown when I heard in your video that even taxi or rideshare drivers are expected to receive a 15 to 20% tip!! Really??
Where I live, it is actually illegal to even "suggest" a tip, either printed on the recepit or vocally by the staff.
Tipping should never be mandatory, but optional.
It’s because taxi drivers here are not paid the typical wages one would think. Yes, tipping culture is crazy
You can also reach the A, E, F train by bus at terminal 8 . Buy a single, daily or weekly metro card before exit at Kiosk inside Howard Beach last stop Air Train (Do not exit ), than come back to terminal 8. Go downstairs and take the Q10 Bus. He stops close to A train and its last stop is at Kew Gardens-Union Tpke close to E, F Subway. Everitime I go to NY, I reach my destination in the same way the JFK workers do. Probably it takes a bit more time , but if you are in budget or prefer spend your money in a different way, You'll save a lot
As a new yorker, great tips and tricks for put of towners jon!
Great. Useful video! Do you plan to make video about arriving via Newark Liberty airport? Thank you!
Brilliance. Everykne needs this airport arrival video. So nany will fall for this taxi scam.
I agree with other commenters that these videos are really helpful.
It's not barr's fault but negotiating all this with apps is daunting for seniors.
Great video😅
There are these Chinese run "taxi" in Chinatown. I usually call a car ahead of time, and It was $35 + $5 tip last year. Your destination doesn't need to be Chinatown btw. They usually have someone handing out business card under the Manhattan bridge and in Flushing. This is more of a local thing, but it is by far the cheapest, most reliable and comfortable way for me to go to JFK or LGA.
I usually come through EWR when I go to NYC but in October I flew out of JFK. I took the subway/LIRR/Airtrain to get there and I swear I will never do it again!
I’m a native NYer, born and raised and still living in Brooklyn, and I was entertained and learned things I didn’t know 😭
Thanks Jon.
after beiing 3 Hours at JFK after landing due to a looooong line at the immigration check i wanted to take a taxi but there where no taxies and so i took the shuttle bus to the airtrain and after arriving at jamaica station they opend the portals for free so at the end of the day i arrived at my hotel and only spend 2,95 for the subway same thing on the return to jfk , these videos where really helpfull and gave me good info about what to do in Ny
The Air train and city ticket on the lirr is the absolute best way to go. They have elevators for you to use as well.
Remember in the 90s landing in LaGuardia airport and stopping my bag from getting stolen. Flyer beware
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After watching this new york is of my bucket list.
I got a big yellow taxi from JFK to Times Square and in total was $100 but I asked to avoid all tolls. We had no stress and direct to hotel. However I’ve had many people try and scam me for a lift. Travel safe ❤
Great video! We found the NYC taxis pretty reliable when we were there. Those fake taxis are everywhere now! Hopefully there are consequences for these people.
That Taxi scam in also at The Bronx Terminal Market as your coming out of the BJ's there are a bunch of people standing at the exit asking if you need a ride. They are also uninsured and are not the authorized car service for the mall.
Thanks for the tips definitely would take Uber or subway
If you don’t mind take the sky train to the Jamaica LIRR train station, then get off and wait for the next train that goes to Penn Station. While you are waiting there is a bar you can get a drink at.
Nice video! Happy they finally got OMNY set up on the AirTrain, but a waived fee is better - that's luck!
I'm a NYC local and I never even thought of taking the LIRR to Manhattan, or really anywhere both too and from within city limits. But that's genius, definitely a consideration for the next time I travel, since I live in midtown anyway.
It costs more than the subway but is faster. It would also depend on where exactly you are going to.
If you are a carrying large luggage, I don't recommend the LIRR to Manhattan because there is usually no place to put the luggage and you can't take a seat and leave it unattended or have it blocking train aisles or doors.
With the sim card, if your phone supports eSIM, an app like T-mobile prepaid eSIM, is way easier. You don't need to go to a specific place, but instead buy it back home, or with the airport WiFi.
Great video. Will you consider presenting a video for Cruise passengers arriving in Manhattan please?
Even the first time I visited NYC I didn't even consider a taxi, straight out of the terminal onto the air train into Jamaica station, then straight into Penn Station on the LIRR. Really really easy and very cheap.
Anyway I'll be making that trip for the third time in 12 months (since my first ever trip) next month.
From Laguardia to Queens, I found there was an express service bus. But of course, it costs more than taking a regular bus. That was in 2019, not sure if they still have that. I never landed in JFK, so good to know the other options to get out of there cheap.
Absolutely right about Revolut. I’ve used it all over the world for years. Put it into perspective on $10,000 exchange you will say £500 compared to a British high street bank. All that’s £50 on $1000. That’s worth saving.
Another good tip is to avoid the people selling swipes at Jamaica Station, also the E train to the 6 train for me is easy if you're going to midtown on the east side
I was in New York over new years and the first thing that happened in the arrivals hall was a woman approaching me who then told me that I can get a better price by coming with her to a taxi. When I told her I’m not interested she insisted that I’m wasting money. I had to directly tell her that I don’t care until she finally left me alone.