Any good personal finance resources for new grads? How to choose a savings account, how much to invest, etc.

Why has real estate remained lucrative?
Mainly agents but also developers.

The barrier to entry is low, not even sure if graduating high school is needed. My old agent even said she did it bc she can make a lot money and not work that much. She drove a new Mercedes and sent her kids to private school, husband was also an agent.

So I’m curious why it didn’t get flooded and the profit margin dampened to a $/hr closer to other jobs with similarly easy entry?

Loan payment question. I have two federal loans. One has no accumulated interest and is ~$110k. One has about $19k of accumulated interest (I previously made an embarrassingly low amount of money), but the total is ~$140k. While the interest is still frozen, do I: 1) make payments on the $110k principal amount only to maximize driving it down; 2) make payments on the $140k principal amount only to maximize driving it down; 3) make payments on the $19k of interest on the $140k loan; or 4) ??

What is a reasonable rent increase %

What’s a fair calculator to know your affordable mortgage?

One online have a wide range in what’s considered “affordable”
Pre bonus and equity I earn 110k/yr in Wash DC.
I’ve seen 33% net income, but honestly $1650/mo CANT even get a 500sqft condo on rent.
30% gross is $2750/mo 😱
Others say I can afford 600k houses but that seems irresponsible and ridiculous.
My current rent is $1750 for a small 1bd1ba (cheap) but I’m sacrificing my safety in my neighborhood. No frills apt.

What are ways I can spend my $200 airline credit for the Amex platinum ? I saw upgrades don’t count and I have status so already get free baggage, lounge etc.

Anyone willing to share thoughts on National tax- unclaimed property at EY?

Received an offer from EY but didn’t find enough information to get to know about it.

“Don’t worry about the budget. If we like the idea, we’ll find the money.”

Has anybody ever found that money?

Which consulting firm has the best 401k match?

Investor’s Business Daily: worthwhile?

Best HYSA with a good account opening bonus?

New to investing. Looking for any/ all tips... book recommendations, YouTube videos on how to get started

I am trying to justify house buying in HCOL city. The house cost is minimum 1.4m .monthly mortgage would be at least 7k(with just around 2k principal) rest goes to either int,tax. Not to mention regular house maintenance. How is it better than 3.5k rental. I understand appreciation and own house independence. But I am just trying to make numbers work.

What do you think on buying JPM, WFC, C now?

too ambitious to seek a 1-bed EV / stuy town on 100K ? If you have a success story please share (or send BK recs)

Given the hot sellers market, do you guys think I should plan to sell my house on my own (private) vs get an agent? Want to minimize closing costs/fees. Thanks!

My boyfriend and I make 200K combined and live in NJ. We have $1000 in monthly car payments combined. That’s all we owe. Our credit scores are in the 800s. We have 50K to put down on a home. We have done the math and I know we can afford much more but he doesn’t want to buy more than a 400K home. I’m almost positive we can afford 500K and be more than ok. But then he starts to talk about how much kids cost and how we will be house poor and we won’t be able to afford kids. 🤔 Am I insane??

How common are credit checks for roles in accounting or finance positions? Will high utilization on credit card balances and low credit score be a deal breaker? I’ve been irresponsible and made mistakes, but wondering if I can switch jobs now or if I’m best off waiting 1-2 years and cleaning up my credit first.

I was fired after I reported a partner for a serious (criminal) ethics violation. The firm covered it up. Are all companies like this in the end? I’ve lost my trust and don’t know how to start over.

I am working with an African fintech startup. The business has been bootstrapped from inception and is at the following stage of growth: Av. 2000 AMU,1000+ merchants are signed up, 38,000 +users registered, 15,000 + transactions recorded, with a current team of 10 persons, 5 of which are in sales. The market value for the business as at 2019 in W. Africa was $130 Billion and it is expected to grow to $205 Billion by 2024. The business plans to capture at least 40% of the market by 2024

I thought of joining Tredence-Can anyone please let me know-How is culture,wlb and Job security

I am into GCP cloud

Trying to learn how to automate work using python. The specific task I wanna do is using information from a different webstie to create zendesk tickets. Any good resources I can use?
Thank you

Does code craftmanship exist anymore?

What should be my asking salary for a brand planner job at midwest independent agency? Made 58k at previous NYC IPG agency.

What's the maximum package a devops engineer can get? Plus devops engineer can be consider same as software engineer in terms of package?

Hi all
I am a senior system engineer with 3 years of experience in ReactJs.
I am desperately looking for a change right now.
It will be greatful if I can get few referrals

Looking for openings in service delivery management with an experience of 9+ years in Toronto, Canada. Currently holding active PR, ready to move by November.

What is the salary range for a Product Manager in the Atlanta area? I have 3 years of experience as a Product Specialist and have been offered a Product Manager role but don’t know how much to ask for. It’s in fintech. Any insight is appreciated!

Hello to all b4 🐠 - what's your view on the cultural differences between b4 in Australia? Feel free to put down a ranking to your best knowledge, anecdotal or not. Thanks!

Thoughts on EW MBA from Booth/Kellogg/Haas. Currently SC at Deloitte and want to transition to tier 1 consulting firms

Are Bain, BCG, or McKinsey hiring at junior levels for their NY offices?

Not sure if this is the right place to post this but who do you all use for financial management/financial advisors? My stuff is getting a little complex with some real estate and retirement accounts.

I get that “the summer is slow”, but when does it start picking up for freelance producers? I was lucky and booked all last summer

What are your favorite and/or least favorite essay prompts this year?

Something about using the phrase “commentating” regarding Tulsa or the anniversary of George Floyd’s murder feels wrong. Am I off, or should I suggest design team revise this copy?

Brand new (like, just-had-a-kid new) mom here. Life seems manageable with the baby sleeping much of the time. It gets worse from here doesn’t it? I’m scared 😱😱😱

Is it possible to live in Austin without a car? Moving down for a few months from Dallas but don't plan on bringing a car.

Think I'll stay in banking in lieu of going to PE. My middlename is bullshit, I'm perfect for this

What benefit you love most at your firm?

Thinking of moving to NYC from the west coast for family reasons. The concern, however, is whether I'm too spoiled by the west coast environment / hours. Additionally, how is housing/rent there?

Looking to gauge if my current salary is competitive with the current market. I am a senior associate on the fund accounting team and make about $110k after bonus. Any thoughts?

Finance jobs that aren’t a call center. Current licenses SIE-6-63 and I just need to know my options.

For new hire who’s struggling, will going back to office actually makes things better and easier?

I removed the F1 key from my keyboard and life has been so much better since

MS folk - Does the firm offer any services for GMAT prep/ business school? I.e. reimbursement for books, consulting services etc

Where’s the best place to live if you’re looking to secure an entry-level position working in PE? Don't have a family, really kind of willing to try anywhere at this point.

What is real freedom, you ask? Real freedom is being able to take the loudest shit in the stall next to your shitting MD, then coming out and cracking a joke about something completely different.

Personal finance book recommendations?

Opinions on headshots? Should I get one?

I’ve been having reoccurring nightmares about getting laid off :(

Idk about you guys but I feel so much more productive when it rains

If you could (somehow) have dinner with someone - historic or contemporary - who would it be?

Do you know anyone who was hired by their parents?

Any good bottomless brunch recommendations in manhattan?

What bothers you more? People misusing "i.e." and "e.g." OR people responding "k..." to a super long email?

What’s your take on Ackman’s CNBC interview in light of his bet on credit spreads?

I am working in corporate. Level 3 CFA candidate. How can i break into the investment banking industry? What steps should i take? Any reccomendation