Anyone have the US Bank Altitude Connect? Thoughts and opinions welcome!
PS- Already have the Venture X and not looking at CSR/CSP or Amex cards as they are an overkill for my needs. Looking for a no-fee/low-fee travel rewards cards to cover some blind spots that Venture X has.

Please help me decide…Peru vs Costa Rica in December first week? I will be traveling from NY

Getting a bit stir crazy. Any recommendations for a 4-5 day relaxing trip within driving distance?

Heading to Nashville in Mid August. In on tge 17th and out on the 23rd. Planning one daytrip to Memphis. Open for recommendations on other sites and restaurants we must see and try.

Thanks!!

Hi Fishes, I am really interested in product management and want to switch my role from risk analyst in a product owner/product manager role.
How difficult it is to do in amex? Its been half a year since I joined amex and I am planning to talk to manager after completing one year.

Can someone please suggest me if this kind of switch is possible? And how should one go about it

Any advice would be helpful

What's the scenario of Relocating allowance .

In the offer letter it's mentioned
•Interim living (accommodation), if any
•Transportation of goods & Travel, if any
•Relocation allowance, if any

What is the process for this?

Have 20k, what’s a good small business to start with this fund? Serious question here

What credit cards does everyone use to maximize rewards points? What bank accounts to maximize sign up bonuses?

How is the work life balance for Data science role in CFR at Amex?

I am done trying to pretend everything is fine at work. The higher ups on the team kept asking if I’m doing anything fun for the weekend during video calls. I felt the pressure to make something up but I just can’t. I’ve been struggling with depression, loneliness, anxiety with immigration and the fact that I might be out of work soon cuz my visa is expiring. I’m thousands of miles away from my family and I just want everything to stop. But when my manager kept asking in front of everyone am I

Hi Amex peeps, how much time does it usually take to declare the results of 1st round of interview for lateral hires?

Thanks in advance 😊

Can I bring my parents and sibling also in relocation reimbursement and also for the hotel accommodation?

Can I save tax by buying second house if first house is already in my name?

I am planning to invest in REITs. What is better VNQ or XLRE? Is XLRE a mutual fund and tax wise slightly less beneficial than VNQ?

I had to leave the US before my lease ended due to visa reasons and subleased the apartment. I will be returning to the US on L1A shortly after the sublease ends (but before the term of the lease expires), could that jeopardize my return on L1A?

Hi new to dfw area looking to buy a house. How’s the commute downtown from Frisco/McKinney area?

What’s the general guidance on the order to maximize retirement contributions for tax benefits for an normal individual and for a self employed/small business owner before moving to taxable accounts or alternate vehicles like cash value life policies?
I’ve seen for individual: match trad 401k->match roth 401k->max roth IRA->max trad IRA->max trad 401k->max roth 401k->max HSA
For self employed: max SEP IRA/solo 401k->max roth IRA->max trad IRA->max HSA

Of course situations differ but in general?

Can anyone from EY provide some insight into their experience leaving the firm? I put in my two weeks and have a meeting with HR. Just trying to figure out what to expect.

Which is better for growth within industry? FP&A or controller route?

I just applied for a Delta flight attendant role and my page glitched right in the middle of my application and now it says I’ve applied even though I didn’t finish answering questions. Has anyone else had this happen? So scared it has completely ruined my chances.

Any Gayglers (Gays @ Google) here?

What is personal independence??
Why Pwc asked me to fill all investment details for me and my dependant.
Can anyone please help me on this ??

@pwc

Wanting to know what IVF coverage other consulting companies have. EY, McKinsey, BCG.

We can’t have classroom management without taking care of ourselves first. Rest. Even if it’s for 2 minutes. We close our eyes and reset.

Hi Everyone, my LWD is on 3rd Sept this friday. I need to submit my laptop. I am working from another city. Wanted to know if its safe to dispatch laptop via EY courier partner.

I’m a junior in big law and in the short time I’ve been here, I’ve noticed that counsels produce perfect drafts and yet aren’t partners but partners can’t write two sentences without numerous typos. Shouldn’t counsels be partners and partners counsels instead?

Ex consultant, currently in industry. BCG HR contacted me for a role, process was a lil messy and unprofessional. Still waiting for the “exploratory chat” she was supposed to set up with the MDP since 2 weeks ago. Texted on whatsapp but no response. Normal?

What if Elon Musk replaces Rajesh Gopinathan as the CEO of TCS?
All the useless managers will be fired?

Noob question - bought a call debit spread 195/197.50. PayPal is at 199 today - if I hold till expiration I get the 250 correct? Or can I exercise it now and get the 250?

Given all the recent buzz about expected large raises around the big 4, I’d like to level set on the average salary for a 4th/5th year female senior manager in federal tax ( credits & methods group) in the Midwest - Chicago/Minneapolis/Detroit market. Anyone willing to share a range if they work in a similar area of tax / similar level? I recognize all groups vary greatly in salary expectations, so looking for input specific to my area. Current expectations set at 140-160k. Reasonable?

Hi Fishies, what’s the salary range for senior software engineer at Humana for 11+ years of experience. Got offer for 137k, I feel like it’s low for 11+ years experience

Staying at a Hilton currently and have had tons of minor issues in the 3 days We’ve been here. Room wasn’t ready for 45min after check in time, AC did not work, maids did not clean room...continued

Final day at current company tomorrow and I have 100k+ AMEX points I need to use before they disappear forever. How should I redeem them to get the most bang for my buck?

How does one use 500 Mile Upgrades on AA In the most effective manner?

American Airline q - if I have Gold status and an American Airlines credit card - does that mean I get two free checked bags or one

Why does Newark close tsa pre lanes? Terrible

Anyone who can share their experience flying Air China?

Diamond medallion on Delta. They lost my bags on the outbound (3 with my wife who is Plat) and inbound flights (1) on a trip to Europe. How many points should I expect? Any advice to deal with this?

Amex platinum vs CSR??

What other cards to add to my collection? I have AmEx Platinum and Chase Sapphire Reserve. Fly Delta so AmEx is handy for lounges. Use Sapphire for dining/travel. Should I add Chase Freedom Unlimited?

It says on Bonvoy breakfast voucher that gratitude is included. Somehow they always expect additional cash tips?

Points wizards - I need some United miles stat. What’s the best conversion point source right now?

Thanks!!

Thoughts on the new Chase Freedom Flex?

Lyft driver delayed picking me up 30 min, resulting in me canceling my ride and asking hotel to call me a “yellow taxi” to get to the airport because it was 5am and all ubers/lyfts were 15 min. Specifically said yellow. Hotel calls me a private lux SUV and the driver got out of the car to handshake the man who called and said hi (honestly money couldve been passed). I then get hit with a $180 ride. Marriott website says taxi should be $65. Should I complain or let it go?

Which award did you pick when you hit 50 nights in SPG and why?

1 night free
10 upgrade nights
5 Elite Qualifying Nights

United GPU question - if I have GPUs that expire on 1/1/2020, is the expiration the fly day or the booking date? Can I apply them to a flight that takes off after 1/1/2020 as...

Every time I try to use Hertz points abroad the site says that location doesn't take them. Can I call and use them or am I just SOL using them anywhere internationally?

Are Delta international award tickets fully refundable the same way domestic ones are?

Offer unlocked: Now complete six stays to earn 15,000 additional bonus. Cont..

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)