After taking the world record another 16 seconds down, it is apparent that there is a lot of time that can be cut from this game. I think the double stage skip (or dss) is going to be required in every run that wants to compete from here on out. I missed it once on level 3 in my run so it can for sure be improved.

I think benches and the bus stop are both potentially helpful items, especially in the last couple levels. Being able to use the bench to increase your revenue while losing time may help get the pet store upgrade a stage quicker. If we can find out how to make that happen it could be a huge time save. Thoughts?

I originally actually thought that the bus stop lost time, but this could be a potentally good idea.

Yeah I feel like the bus stop is a bait before the 4th level. Buying it at the start of a day could potentially be worth the investment.