Any advice on saving + investing tips for early professionals? Just started my first consulting job, enjoying it so far and want to make sure I'm taking care of my finance habits + avoiding the lifestyle creep as best as I can

Does anyone have an idea on the best emerging markets to invest in before the recession hits? Is gold, or any other commodity going to be the safe haven as well? Thanks everyone

Hello Fishes!

I’m in my early 20s and would like to get some ideas on what would be the best way to start investing? I have 10k for Emergencies, 20k in HYSA. And extra 10k to play around with. I’m already investing in my 401k up to my company’s match and planned on maxing out my Roth eventually…but would to know what are somethings you are all doing for investment.

Thank you!

Hello ME fish - any suggestions as to where I could invest reasonably safely if I’m targeting a ~5% return (in USD/AED)? LIV used to be good with their 2% return but that’s decreased now, and I’m looking for a bit higher.

How do you vet tax accountants to tell if they're good or not? How much do you spend on them for annual filing?

Can I simply upgrade from Amex Blue Cash Preferred to Amex gold? Or would both just be open at the same time since one is technically a charge card?

Hi Folks,
This is regarding income tax proof submission.
I Joined UST on Nov'21 and before UST I was not under any tax slabs. I had only 1 LIC premium being deducted on monthly basis. Though I declared the LIC amount from April 2021 to March 2022. I have still got LIC statements till Dec2021 only.
Also planning to invest in ELSS and term insurance by Jan end. While i only submitted LIC in investment declaration form.
Can someone guide me what will be the process henceforth?

If you tithe, do you pay 10% on your gross or disposal income?

Tax planning

Anyone has innovative ideas on how to reduce federal and state income taxes? I am in CA and my sources of income include salary, rental income, and some business income.

I already max out retirement benefits (401K, IRA, SepIRA etc.) and we have no kids.

What is considered a grey area related to insider trading?

Who’s ready for more rediculous tax law changes which will help middle America subsidize healthcare costs that we can blame on the rich who donate millions to politicians who pass all the legislation?

Do you all leave your coins in Coinbase for ease of transactions or do you move it all off to somewhere else like a physical wallet?

I received my fnf from Accenture today. I don't know why 18k as 'other perquisite' is mentioned in income tax computation sheet?

Based on your current salary and expenses, how much are you saving monthly? Seniors on here (VPs above), what's a good amount to target based on your experience?

Best cards in Canada for points?

Do we get a hyatt or metlife legal plan? Also whats a good investment activity i should do before joining D? Can i still invest in personal side like rental or non consulting gig after joining D? Does investment notice get updated yearly basis?

Hi guys
I am from EY india
I have declared my investments in tax declaration portal , still I see in monthly salary that there is huge tax deduction.
In my previous organization, once I declared my investments in the tax portal , then my salary was very less affected by tax deduction.
But in ey india , I don't see any effect after declaring my investments.
Kindly help me how to declare investments so that there will be less tax deductions from my salary .
#EYINDIA

Can anyone give me a rough breakup of expenses in Dubai please for a single person. Is 12-15k AED reasonable every month?

How does the pre-tax parking benefit work at kpmg? There isn't much detail on ssc or benefits connection but it seems like it is on the honor system vs a separate account like FSA?

My background check for Blackrock came back last week. It’s now with the background check committee. How long until I get the final OK? No, I am not a criminal. :-)

Currently have SPG card right now and thinking about getting CSR. I got plat status and use the card everywhere, but I feel like the points for things besides hotels are lacking - thoughts?

Just made a GMAT study schedule in Microsoft project 🙈 anyone else?

What kinds of things do you do in commercial healthcare? If that’s a thing?

Can someone explain to me what the big whoop is about working in IB? Hours seem nuts from what I read in the bowls. What am I missing? Is it the pay?

Silicon Valley: securities litigation associates (junior or mid-level). Very exciting opportunity. DM me.

I got an offer from Cigna are they typically open to negotiations on hourly pay? 👀👀👀👀 I just need like $3 more/hr… that’s it.

Is it worth making the time/money investment to make the switch from big 4 FDD to MBB. This would require getting into and paying for a top MBA program and my net worth would be way negative after that. Are the MBB financial returns worth it? Im 26 years old for reference

How many of you are in an interracial relationship? And what are yours and your partner's ethnicities?Just wanted to do a quick poll :)

Anyone from Nationwide? I’d like to hear feedback from current and old employees about the work environment, salary (G3), development, diversity etc. I completed an interview for Claims Manager position.

Hi I am single woman planning to move to Austin Texas. Looking for some good and safe neighborhoods for apartments. Would really appreciate some suggestions.

Hey everyone! This is my first time posting but I thought I’d try to ask, I received a request from a recruiter to interview for a new insurance company I’ve never heard of: Branch. Looked it up and it seems to be a new “Techsurance” company working with both home and auto policies. Does anyone have any information they could share about this company? Thank you!

What’s the average pay for room division coordinator?

Hi Everyone, doing research on evening MBA programs in the DC area. Appreciate any insight on any of the programs, especially if they have a data analytics specialization.

Wednesday 4/22 FYIsland thread!

Hello Are they any other HR licenses that are as valuable as the SHRM and HRCI ?

Those who have moved from development into SE, do you have a desire to move into full sales or are you happy with SE and the career path it provides?

Is JPMC going to start WFO all days instead of hybrid mode from next year?

Hey Partners! I accepted a position at another firm and was bumped from manager to Senior consultant level. Could you give me some advice on 3 key things I can focus on to help me re-advance quickly?

Anyone heard good things about CFGI? I’ve heard their comp structure is gimmicky with overtime pay. But if I could make the same base there as I do in big 4 with the chance of some overtime pay is it worth it to give it a shot?