Anyone have glowing recommendations for VA home loan lenders? I've heard positive things about Veterans United and USAA.. any others that surprised you with their services, terms, etc?

Thinking of dipping my toes into real estate and wanted to see if anyone has any books/ podcasts/ courses or even any tips or advice that you wish you had when you got started?

Goal is to diversify my investments past the stock market. Any help is appreciated!

What’s everyone using instead of Robinhood? I just learned of WeBull recently but am not sure it’s for me.

Are investment properties good for retirement?

Inflation post covid—19 .. thoughts? I am really worried considering the prices from housing to basic needs in major cities are already not affordable for most middle class families.

Question for Sales leaders who’ve said “I did an analysis and concluded we just need more at bats”.

Does it feel like you’re saying something useful? Or are you also writing a book titled “In order to get rich you just need more money”?

Who wants to start a DAO and buy time shares (literally lmao) in a watch.

Can rotate throughout the year 😂

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

I have square stock that I bought at 240, do I hold? And what’s everyone’s thoughts on Zoom? Sell or hold?

I’m applying to some PE funds (currently a BA at a top consultancy). I want to know, assuming I get in, when can I buy myself a Ferrari and a yacht?

Good neighborhood for buying rental investment properties in Dallas? Have budget of around $400k.

I have a new prospect. Small business owner that wants to start a 401k for himself and his employees. Who would be the top 2-3 organizations I contact, and what questions should I ask the providers?

Needs some ideas for scenario planning optimizations! Currently have a model to predict conversions given media spend, I can adjust spend up and down to create different budget scenarios and send to model to get respective conversions. Thoughts?

4th year associate, 200k student loans—think I’ll be able to get a mortgage even with loans? Looking at a place for 450k. I have 3.5 years public interest work that counts towards PLSF and I plan on going back to government so I really don’t care to pay it down.

Can someone explain the LTA policy? What happens if I don't claim any travel bills? Can I claim it as a taxable component monthly?

Just checked my credit score and it’s an 835. Is it possible to ever get an 850? If so how? (Know it’s not impacting any of my loans, just curious)

Does anyone have any inspiration stores of FIRE without an incredibly high income/family financial support. Looking for hope 😅

What is the most difficult part of buying a home for the first time?

Hi fellow fish need some advice.

I'm planning a wedding and wondering if I should apply for new credit cards to maximize on points. If so, wondering what your recommendations are and or if there are new cards out there I haven't heard of yet. For context I probably have another 20k+ in expenses to pay still and my current cards are:

CSP
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
Citi double cash
Random card (used to be uber)

Hi there! Any federal PDs here? I was wondering how long it took from submission of background check paperwork to start date. Is 6 months normal? Thank you.

Is anyone willing to share what they are making in their role and how big of an organization they are working for? I'm wondering if my compensation is fair.

How easy is it to pivot into life science equity research etc? So far all the job postings require phd or md. Although i have a double masters, and some experience with novel technologies. Im not able to break into this industry.

Thoughts on the best domestic mileage program? Any recommendations for someone also potentially using those miles for international redemptions?

Websites for good non-stock-looking photography? Looking to revamp my website and social media pages

I am so tired of TV shows glamorizing prison life. It's not pretty, it's not nice, it's something rational humans should avoid in their lives.

What is the average salary for 9+ years experience at C1 at Capgemini?

Hi Fishes,

I am thinking to diverting my career towards freelancing in accounting.
For that I have to resign from my current job in Pwc. I am thinking of starting a job as accountant and work as a freelancer as part-time.

Any thoughts or advice?

Hi all - I'm on a £100-110k base + bonus at a tier 2 firm. This is in the region where personal allowance for tax starts eroding away..
Wondering what options I have to make this as tax efficient as possible (legally), considering a salary sacrifice pension and student loan.
Also what are you investment recommendations? Stocks and Share ISA? What are the good alternatives?

Hi Folks,

Would you guys be kind enough to hit 'like' so I am eligible for DMs. Need 11 likes.

Thanks in advance.

How do private and charter schools compare to public schools when it comes to accepting and meeting the needs of special needs students? from what I hear, private and charter schools are not legally bound to meet the needs of special needs students.

What is the comp ceiling long term look like for staying in cloud consulting technical career compare to moving into SWE?

Hi,
Can anyone please explain the significance of band 6B in Kyndryl? What is the hierarchy of bands?

I got a job offer at GSA in Washington DC for their pathway program from GS9-GS12. I currently work in a private company and wanted to switch to federal government. The reason I wanted to switch is to get good person for my family because I'm still in the Reserve and would be able to buy time for my retirement. My wife doesn't why I'm leaving the private company. I bought my house in Iowa and I live my family. Just need advice. Thanks

Any veterans here still serving in the Reserve? Drill Hall is a new bowl here.

M7 Bschools with most scholarship opportunities for vets?

Tricare Q:

Vets using Tricare with a family. I’m out and can use Tricare with the VA, but my wife and I each use our company offerings for our family; which obviously come at cost. Is it worth it to switch to Tricare? Has anyone done this and can share details? Positives/negatives?

Colleagues, if any of you are interested in helping severely disabled combat veterans get homes adapted for their disabilities, let me know. My wife recently started working for former NFL linebacker Jared Allen and his foundation. We're trying to figure out how to leverage the power of the big consulting firms to help our brothers and sisters in need.

Anyone working at Raytheon or lockheed . Applied for several positions and nothing. Currently transitioning to civilian life and job hunting

I want to buy a new home and then sell my current home after we are moved out. Current home is a VA loan, is there any way to buy the second house on a VA loan?

Anybody have experience with PenFed for a VA loan? Came up in a search and their rates are extremely competitive. Any reason I shouldn't take the lowest bidder?

How does First Advantage verify current military service during the BI? Curious if they have access to medical records or full personnel file

Tis the season: If anyone is cleared and interested in a referral to ☝️, please feel free to reach out.

I did my time and got out and was thrilled but now I am insanely bored and don’t have much motivation. Am considering getting back in or applying to become a police officer / fed...cont

This veteran just finished his last final (on the first day of finals week!). Commencement next Monday. Will take a few months off to hang with my family and start at PwC in the fall! Time for a beer

Founded a Nonprofit to help coach veterans in transition and exiting first responders and their families while focusing on changing the stigma of mental health conversation.

Cont

Has anyone heard of The Next Step program at Dartmouth’s Tuck school of business? I’ve been Encouraged to apply

Hey Ladies & Gents,

I'm trying to find anyone I can talk to about getting into DISA or CISA. Anyone have any experience with USAJobs and navigating the federal application and interview process?

Any Vets here consulting in the DC area? Thinking about making a move.

I'm seeing a meme float around on facebook today regarding VA payments for anthrax shot related issues if it came from the squalene laced lots the FDA identified. Any truth to it? I'm skeptical.