Any predictions on what the unfolding war will do to the housing market?

What are you? Swing trader? Long term investor? Or, somewhere in between?

Why does everyone hate indexed annuities? Who would turn down the potential of 12% annual returns with a guarantee that they can't lose any money, all for free and even a bonus?

Any millennials here worried about their parents retirement? My parents are set financially but I’m worried about their lack of hobbies and social life. They watch a lot of news, politics, stock market, and sports. However not much more than that. I feel I’d be fine with that if they were in their 80s or older but they’re early 60s. Anyone succeed in getting their parents to an activity filled retirement?

What to do with stocks/crypto accumulated in US, sell them when moving back to home country after completing H1B ? What about taxation when you hold and sell later ?

Hello folks,

How does everyone save tax
I'm aware about 80C, nps and home loan interest.

Anything else?

Does anyone have any experience with B2B buy now pay later? While I understand number of SMEs and volume of online transactions are important drivers, keen to hear different perspectives incase I’ve missed anything vital.

Curious. What's everyone's all in tax rate at year end (first and second years). Thanks. Looking for a percentage.

How long did it take you to reach 800+ credit? I have a total of 4 credit cards (averaged 2 yrs) but always seem to hover at 750-780

How many times should I haggle back and forth between lenders? Receiving mortgage estimates from 3, and have been forwarding to the others each time for a better deal - do it until one draws a line?

I live in a no-income tax state but work for a company in NYC. I’m getting taxed around 15k bc NY requires remote workers to pay NY taxes. What would you do?

When do you all think it’s time to exit to take your startup on full time? Is there a certain income threshold you’d want it to hit combined with personal savings? Other than insurance, what may be somethings I’m not thinking of in making a plunge? For context, 2 workers, my wife does almost everything now and I assist at nights and weekend. It’s grown from 200 a month to almost 2k a week of profit over the past five months. Has been increasing from 1.5 to 2+ over the past 3 weeks. Contd

Does private debt tend to win over banks in rising interest rates environment? Will it compensate the overall decline in borrowing for private debt?

I’m in real estate tax group and looking for good books about RE fund/investments/accounting during non busy season. Any recommendations? Thanks!

Hi All. I moved to a new company , I just got my take home salary and my current pay is less that previous pay ,because of different state and other taxes. My new company is better but the pay is demotivating me . It is almost $500 less per biweekly pay check . What to do get out of the demotivation? I wouldn't have minded the same pay , but $1000 less /month is a lot !

At what age did you buy your first house?

Has anyone been told they need 25% down for a vacation home?

Curious to know how much your student loans were when you graduated from your program, how much you’ve paid off so far, and your age. If you have any varying factors too, like kids, income range, etc. Just trying to see if I’m on track or slacking in life. I am 34 yo, i graduated with 95k in student loans, i currently have 85k left and i make 85k in come. I’m also a single mom with two kids. Just praying for 100% student loans forgiveness. Wishful thinking???

I’m 26 and have ~40k sitting in my savings account. Annual income 140k. Maxing out 401k. No debt. Planning to invest 25k but don’t know where to start. Should I get a wealth manager? What is the best way to approach this?

Poll, sort of… do you think Texas’ abortion laws and attitude will slow the big migration to Austin from Cali and NYC? Many are of a far left political stance I believe, so will they stand up to it or are they more talk than action?

What will be wise decision?
Techmahindra as Technical lead with 24lpa
Capgemini as Manager c2 with 20.5lpa
Deloitte as consultant with 18.15lpa(with variable)
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How is JPMC projects in cognizant?

Received an opportunity for react js.

Thoughts on PERI? Looks undervalued compared to MGNI and APPS

Hi can anyone please refer me for the job role at Gartner? I will share the details of role.

Best cream for those little under-eye wrinkles?

Notice there are so many people with debate experience in consulting. Kinda impressed. Any highly recommended books related to debate or communication in general?

Anyone ditched agency life to go client side? If so, how do you like it?

I am presently working as a Research Analyst (MBA 1.5 YoE) with EY GDS and I wish to work in HR or Talent function. What should I do to switch into those roles.

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Wondering what your Salary and Bonus (TTC) is and what Tier/ Level and location are you in.

Director of Marketing wants me to write some conversation snippets for a chatbot, but I think those things drive potential clients away. Trying to figure out if I should tell him or not

Hi, need to know what will be pay range for a SQA at CG with YOE 9.5 yrs and CCTC 15

What designation can be provided ? Please help/guide

I’ve recently left my job (unhappy with it) and am applying for new work. I have a few irons in the fire at the moment. I’m curious about a trend I am seeing: I like to think I’ve well documented my abilities and functions in my CV, as well as my portfolio. I’ve noticed that for some of these jobs that I can check every single box in the job description, I won’t even get an interview. I’m wondering if many of these jobs are posted for internal hires, but some stay open for weeks. What gives?

Best non-travel consulting company "firm"...why

Anyone else slightly disheartened by the fact that you can’t really make more money except by waiting until your next promotion? Or was it after a certain point to where you were happy with it? Cont..

Hey everyone! I hope y’all are having a good weekend! Quick question. PSM 1 or CSM? I’m having a hard time deciding between which exam/course to take. I’m in my first year out of undergrad and looking into getting some certs to help me advance in my career.

Thrown onto a data migration project ....Help 🤷🏻‍♂️😨

Any suggestions for relocating to a suburb close to Chicago downtown with a decent apartment rent + parking, access to the city and airport ?

Is there a way to get out of project , don't care if I burn bridges

That post-SCM high

I am starting a new role with a new company and will have 6 direct reports. Although I have managed teams before in a consulting project setting, this will be the first time in industry. Any recommendations on how to sharpen my management skills (books, blogs, etc). Particularly looking at how to delegate effectively and practical examples on how to run day to day.

Panda Express is terrible. I don't understand why people like their food. I HATE when the team wants to have lunch there, but I don't complain. It tastes nothing like Chinese food.

Am looking at exit opportunities and researching FAANG. Curious to understand why anyone would join Amazon which has the worst benefit of the FAANG? Can anyone share what’s better at Amazon that I am not aware of? Amazon and Facebook on sites lined up in January! So researching now!;)

On a project (A) with a role that's a bad fit. Have been approached by a partner on another project (B) who wants me staffed on his engagement by April. How do I transition over from A to B knowing ..

Do you feel sad when engagement finished, as a result, multiple people got fired from client side? Actually not their fault. But executive get rid of them to cover their own ass. I felt like shit...

Houston downtown JW vs Westin.. Thoughts?

What are the best books on sales as it relates to consulting?

FAANG folks - what are Facebook/Google roles like Country Lead/Industry Lead equivalent to? Are these Director level roles? What sort of compensation can you expect in something like that role?

KPMG is the least douchy firm on here. Maybe because they don't really have a consulting arm?

Anyone on the 1:56 pm United LAX-ORD? If yes, then please send a drink over to my seat. 7B. 🙂

What is the value in professional certifications? ACCA, CFA, CIPD, etc.

Interviewed for a job - final interview the Friday before last. 1 week and 2 days - still haven't heard back. Recruiter said she'll update me early next week. Is the timeline normal? Or is it a no?

How many times should I haggle back and forth between lenders? Receiving mortgage estimates from 3, and have been forwarding to the others each time for a better deal - do it until one draws a line?