2018 Home Office Tax Deduction: Can anyone explain for me what (eg, limits, calculations) has changed for how I can write my home office off taxes for 2018 with the new tax laws? Please & thank you.

Is a 529 account worth it for MBA?

Any recs for a comprehensive financial planner?

Not just someone who's like "check out this and that investing vehicle" but rather somebody willing to review cash flow, tax situation, get into the nitty gritty and meet regularly.

What percentage of your income do you save, invest and spend?

Is it true that some* debt is good debt. I’m referring to student loans, interest is ranging from 2% - 5% (all federal loans). Total is 20k, is it smarter to pay it off immediately and ASAP or just stretch and put the extra money into investing? Note I just graduated this year, thank you guys :)

Joining Deloitte in 2weeks. What Deloitte send laptop, do they send extra monitor, keyboard and mouse? Or does it need to be purchased using $1000 productivity subsidy? And do we need to use Amex card to purchase and then reimburse?

How do I make millions?

I would like to hit fire between 40-50. Currently 27, 185k total comp (125 for me and 60 for partner). Like my job don’t hate it don’t love it. Does an MBA make sense? I’m guessing it could take me to 170ish with that schools I’m looking at but wondering if the 40-50 retirement range makes an mba not make sense since I’d only have 10-20 years to save vs 12-22.

Would have to finance the whole thing myself. Current net worth is 140k. Thoughts?

Hi all, I have a question regarding retirement accounts. I am not sure if I should choose a Roth or 401k (company has 4+2% match). Currently 23, base salary is ~100k and investments have brought 45k this year which has me teetering between a 22-24% tax bracket. Wondering what the usual tax bracket is of people retired (around 65yo) as I’m not sure anything would bring in significant income with the exception of investments. In my case would a Roth make sense? Appreciate any answers!!

Not sure if this is the right bowl but hoping to get some insight. I have a lot of student debt, and am considering refinancing with First Republic bank to get a (marginally) lower interest rate. However, their version of refinancing student loans has changed in the last couple years so now they offer you a personal line of credit. Is it a bad idea to refinance with a line of credit vs a regular student loan refinancing?

The market is down. Are you buying anything today?

Thinking about going independent and operating out of my home office. Does anyone have any thoughts to share about that? I’m wondering about clients coming to my home and FINRA issues.

Is there an investment fund or group that anyone knows of? I heard of Fundraiser but it seems very convoluted. Looking for an investment group or development group to invest with

I only have Reg left. I failed it once before. For those who have passed Reg what were some of things you focused on? Also if you have any study tips I would really appreciate it, tax has never come naturally to me.

What's the best city in UK to buy a buy to let property, with best returns?

How useful are Macros and VBAs for tax prep?

Looking to buy a model Y. Test drive it yesterday. Feels a bit sporty (not luxury comfy). Debating:
(1) lease vs. buy. Thoughts?
(2) is the $10K investment in FSD even worth it? I think no.

Does anyone here have a Tesla? Should I do it???...

If I pay off a HELOC balance in full, is there a chance my lender will close the credit line? I want to pay off my debt (which is subject to a variable interest rate and thus is becoming more expensive to service) with free cash, but I don’t want to lose access to the credit facility.

Hi Fishes,
how's the area around Manesar toll plaza. I see there are multiple societies available in that area including emaar palm, vatika, dlf, etc. Just wanted to get an idea on how's the area and how much property appreciation you guys expect in that area for in next 5 years?

I like this show but I’m getting tired of these really young cast.

What is the salary range for grade 26 in optum?

I am being offered 17 fix + 81 employer pf contribution + 2.55 variable.

Is this an good offer for grade 26??

How do you improve critical thinking skills? If a manager tells you this, how do you respond and how do you get better?

What are your opinions on prenatal genetic testing? Would you recommend doing it? I’m very hesitant about taking it

American Airline q - if I have Gold status and an American Airlines credit card - does that mean I get two free checked bags or one

Can someone please help with TW interview process for FrontEnd dev? 6 YoE.

The new compensation is up on Workday. For AC Bangalore

I have completed 8 months in the current org and my Notice Period is 90 Days.
If I resign and serve notice , my tenure at current workplace will be 11 months.
Should I work for one more month and resign ?
Or should I resign right away and serve 2 months notice period and buy out one months notice ?

Please guide.!!

I need a new hobby or something to channel my energy and emotions into. Something that won't require much of a time commitment. Ideas?

How many of you already have life insurance and long term disability with a trusted provider? Is it worth getting?

Hi Fishes,

I am a software specialist having 8+ yoe, currently working at Mastek with a CTC of 17lpa. Can anyone help me with the current market CTC considering the below:
Current Role: Tech Lead
Tech Stack: Full Stack in Java, Springboot, Angular, Mobility, AWS beginner.
Your responses will be much appreciated.

Hi Fishes I am looking for Scrum Master job
Total experience 7 years
Scrum Master experience 3 years
CSM certified
Immediately available

Looking to enhance knowledge of back-end rev cycle functions, best practices, benchmarks, etc. What are some good books to read for this?

Can I negotiate with infosys if I receive higher compensation package from another organization after infosys
Also I m getting lead consultant- infrastructure management role.

What is infrastructure management here.

Hello Everyone ☺️

I am planning to move to Randstad for talent coordinator position.
What is the package I could ask for??

How is the Work life balance in Randstad offshore services??

Is it worth doing mba from mediocre college with 4+ yrs of job experience?
I can't continue with my job anymore its making me sick

Can anybody help me with the salary bracket for process developer band 5B

Have you found using a standing desk increase your productivity? How else do you increase your productivity? I am so distracted all the time

Dang. URI just beat Okla. 😭😭

Does anyone have any book recommendations that have helped them become a better consultant ?

All these layoffs reminding me that loyalty is dead

To those who did Strategy in non-mbb, got their mba, and then joined mbb. Was/is it worth it? Is the work, opportunities, culture, roi really that much better?

So my plane is delayed so they can replace the “signage”. Do any of you know what that means or are they really just replacing the banner on the side of the plane while we all wait?

Do systemwide upgrades work on Finnair?
If I have a connection does it take 2 upgrades or just 1?

Has anyone used the service of 'Safe Auto Trucking' Company in order to ship their car (within US)? what's been your exp?

🐠 Fam - What’s a good whiteboard solution for my home office? What do you use and from where do I get it? Thanks!

Why doesn't Sean Hannity call Sean Hannity and put this rumor to bed?

Top 10 books to read about consulting life ?

I saw a comment on here from someone referencing a book about organisational Psychology and working with different types of personalities, but I can’t find the comment/thread now. Do any of you have recommendations on this topic?

Recent song stuck in your head?
For me, it’s Kodaline - ‘All I want.'

Any recs on similar track / band please.

Anyone know if firms do a post hire employment check? Left my firm a couple of months back cause i had another offer in hand 2 months out, did some other jobs in between but that wouldnt be disclosed

Told a friend of mine in tech I was considering moving to BCG. He asked me if I would have to move to Boston.

I followed up by asking what he thought the top consulting firms were. "I'd guess PwC and then McKinsey are the best. I've also heard of KPMG, Deloitte, and Bain, but I don't know much about them."

Just a reminder that outside our bubble no-one really cares about firm prestige etc.

Thoughts on Wealth Management as an industry? Offered a role to work under a senior FA and eventually take over the book (~$800M AUM and growing). It sounds great, but I am worried about the disruption this industry is facing with Robo advisors and other low cost, DIY options. I’d want to make sure the clients stay through the transition, and I don’t want to join a dying industry. Thoughts and advice?

Are any top consulting firms hiring for experienced analysts currently? I know ACN and some others are cyclical for resources 2-3 years out of college, but I’m looking to make a move sooner than fall

Good books for case prep/valuation. Econ consulting, if relevant. TIA