It really makes sense. Everyone needs x money for food and absolute basic necessities. Take y% tax from the sallary to cover those up.

If you get fired you still get a little bit of money. Or you propably more easily try to get a better work because you at least get some money if you are jobless for a while.

Quality over quantity 😎

You can likely change it to any aftermarket timer. Consult your electrician.

Longer chimney reduces the problem even more. Use dry firewood and don’t burn trash/etc and you should be fine.

It shouldn’t bother neighbours more than grilling does.