Advice on closing my SPG AMEX? Strictly use my CSR and want to cancel due to the $95 annual fee.

Hello all,
Today some one told me that H4 visa holder can now work in USA, just wanted to cross check the information is valid or just a fake news? as I couldn’t find anything on google.

For the Spg 50 night bonus award, is the 10 suite nights or the one free night award better?

Any entrepreneurs here had angel investors actually invest in your company? If so, how did you find them and how did it go?

Finished Rich Dad Poor Dad and appreciate the emphasis on creating alternative cash flows (vs. just income). Does anyone have book recommendations on creating wealth? I've focused heavily on income + 'safe' investing, but intrigued to learn more.

Question on UK visa-
My partner will be traveling often to London, once a month for an year starting September. He is getting his visa through work (10 years, multiple entry, 6 months max stay, cost some $1000).

I have applied for standard tourist visa in the past and they are usually short term. It could be max 6 months, but they see your itinerary and allocate you few months around the itinerary

Is there a way to get 6 months multiple entry visa, if I were to join him once in a while.

Best everyday bank account and credit card in Australia for an expat couple?

I‘m moving to Australia with my partner and we don’t have a bank account and credit cards yet. We basically need the bank account only for everyday finance stuff (local payments, debit card, etc) and we‘re looking for some credit cards with good international fees and ideally a reward program to collect some points for traveling.

Houston downtown JW vs Westin.. Thoughts?

Wife and I want to do a quick trip to Orlando with our 3 year old. Just want to do magic kingdom for a day as i think that’s all we can handle. Recommendation a on Disney hotel vs say a Marriott? The price difference is huge and I know I can get a suite for free with my status at the Marriott.

We are 3 guys looking for a 3bhk flat in Kharadi/ Viman Nagar/ Kalyani Nagar

Budget:
If unfurnished 40k
If furnished 45/50k

Brokerage: Atmost 1 month is acceptable

Any lead is appreciated. Even relevant broker contact

TIA

Currently on short term disability in CA and trying to figure out what the tax situation is. It looks like they don’t take out taxes, so should I set that aside? I can’t find any info on whether it’s tax-free income but I definitely don’t want to assume incorrectly

Got targeted for Amex platinum 100k. Is it worth it? Is there a higher targeted offer?
Considering doing it since no more personal card for BCG expenses. Also have CSR fwiw.

Bought a 300k end unit townhouse in Atlanta, 14 months ago with 10% down (3.65% interest rate). Prices in subdivision have been increasing over that period. This month 2 non-end units listed for 330k and sold right away. The opposite end unit on my 5 unit building was listed for 340k and is currently pending. What is the best way to stop paying PMI since since I should be at 20% equity?

Has someone here moved recently to UK from India? Have some questions on moving around rent, luggage, visa etc. TIA.

Got a letter of default and acceleration notice from bank who repurchased my mortgage due to what they thought was mortgage fraud but wasn’t. I’m contacting a lawyer but has anyone gone through this? I know they want it off their books and suggesting I refinance but my rate will increase and they’re demanding legal fees too

Can someone explain to me how it monetarily helps me to split my home mortgage into half and pay half on 1st and half on the 15th? So if my payment is 4K, I pay 2k July 1 and 2k July 15

Who / what do you list as your contingent beneficiary when your spouse is your primary, you don’t have children, and you don’t have anyone in your family you trust with your finances if something were to happen?

House flip question

Hey all newbie here. My husband and I are living that Double Income No Kid life wanting to (Financial Independence) Retire Early.

Both in tech in the Bay Area. I’m in Arizona visiting family and am thinking of an investment property. Does anyone have a book/course/video that they personally have used and recommend for flipping houses? I want to do some research there’s a lot of content out there.
Thanks a bunch!

I’m a simple guy. I see Mc🐝. I upvote.

Are any of you on Lexapro or similar antidepressants? I was just prescribed it for anxiety and am curious how it’s worked for you?

I may need a freelance senior (ish) AD to partner with for the month of January, in house at a start up. Post your books!

I had a depressive relapse this weekend that resulted in someone I love getting physically hurt. Idk what to do other than go back to therapy but I can’t even get through the first hour of work today

As an employee at pwc, can I sign “Form 3115s?” Is that allowed? Also, can I sign these forms for companies in California even though I’m a TX licensed CPA?

Cognizant: 12 LPA
TCS: 12.05 LPA + 1.2 Lakh joining bonus
Startup company: 14.4 LPA
YOE: 3 Years
Which one to choose?
The Joining date difference between CTS and TCS is 1 month.

Hi I've just graduated with a Master's Degree and and am currently on a Temporary Graduate Visa. I've been applying for jobs in Management consulting, Audit & Assurance and similar areas but it doesn't seem easy to land one.
I recently got referred at PwC for a graduate advisory role and I was wondering how it works. Will my resume still go through the ATS ? Any help and guidance will be appreciated

Tax Senior here. I’m well liked around the office, I put in the hours and work hard, I haven’t had any dumpster fire projects, but I am a mediocre performer compared to my peers (not as strong project management, communication, not as confident). I just got told they’re firing me. Should I expect severance? Have other people been fired for similar? What did you do with your career?

Can anybody help me with Barclays leave policy in India....no of leaves...

It's my first month in a new job as Product Owner. I went from a company that digital product development was their secondary focus along with consultancy services, to a company that their only focus is the product. The difference in scale as well as the different domain, certainly feeds into my imposter syndrome. What are the things I should focus to achieve within my first few months at the new job?

What is the difference between HCl technology and HCl iomc?

Any dads out here? Wife is 20 weeks pregnant with our first and want to connect and know from fellow dads on how are they coping. How are you helping your partner? Feel I am not doing enough. Except for getting ready with the finances.

Pregnant moms, feel free to provide suggestions on what your partner is doing which you really appreciate. I got the foot massage part covered. 😉

What to expect for AC>C promotion when you are already at the top of AC pay bracket?

What’s an appropriate raise to ask for after a strong year? Last year I received close to 10%, though I’m still underpaid. Was thinking about asking for 15%?

What are the differences between digital marketing (paid social and search) and product marketing? thinking I want to pivot to the latter but am not sure what skills are different.

Dang. URI just beat Okla. 😭😭

New to consulting... If your project is likely to get an extended/new contract but you do not want to get extended with the project, do you have a lot of say in pushing back and saying no?

Hey 🐠, what are your recommendations of books, articles, or practice tips to improve communication, both verbal and written? Want to be stronger at running meetings, pitching ideas, writing (cont’d)

Good consulting books? Not talking case prep but a fun read about the industry and what it takes to succeed, etc. Thank you!

Brooklyn 🐠: Accident in the BQE this morning! Might want to leave a bit earlier or detour via Jackie Robinson

What book have you read that was helpful for your career and/or that you would recommend? Could be a technical book, management, etc. For me, it’s a book I read a few years ago: The Phoenix Project. I never thought I would read and like a novel about DevOps but I recommend it to all my managers.

Any book recommendations? Preferably shorter < 300

Best consulting firms to work for in Hartford CT area?

50% raise to join very small PE and research firm. More career interests, but wondering if B schools would look down on leaving consulting after only 1.5 years

Wealth of experience working in the Bay Area with pre ipo clients going through funding/ working on pitch books etc.

My hometown has a growing tech scene but little funding. Was thinking of parlaying these experiences and starting a bit of a consulting operations to connect the two

Anyone with insight on how I might go about doing this? Would love to chat!

Looking at my closet, I feel like there are 5-10 dress shirts I never wear but are in good condition. Probably paid like $30 for each. I feel so wasteful. Am I alone?

A first for me, after 1.6 million miles. Thankful for a delay. The delay on the connector saved me a night at ord Hilton after the ludicrous delay on the first leg.t. Truly grateful united

Senior in Chicago making $95k. What salary increase can I expect for cost of living if I move to San Francisco?

Definitely not a fan of Westin's "Eat Well" proposition. I'm working in the room at 2:00 AM and the most appetizing menu item is a cold turkey avocado and arugula wrap. I just want a burger and fries!

Looking for recommendations for good consulting / problem solving books and possibly LinkedIn courses if anyone has taken something worthwhile. Thanks Fam!

Heard BCG laid off quite a few people this summer. Is this true?

Accenture folks, seeing lots of news about layoffs at other firms here. Are we in the same situation?

Which credit card best for a balance transfer of around 15-20k?