Has anyone gotten TSA pre check while on EAD/AP? I know it’s much easier with a Green Card/Citizenship and almost a lost cause when on H1/L1

Anybody having experience good/bad about investing through Wint Wealth? Seems like a good way to diversify the liquid portion of the portfolio......if I am greedy this looks better than those liquid funds and a 100% safer than those too.
Also what independence disclosures will apply after the NSDL being made mandatory brokerage account....for Wint Wealth related investments

Man, what Wall Street Bets pulled off was just epic! :D So tempted to throw in some of my monies to stick it to the hedge funds and then donate any gains to charity.

FIRE Newbie here - wondering how everyone is retiring early (30’s 40’s 50’s) if the majority of your savings are tied up in tax preferential retirement vehicles you can’t really touch for another few decades?

Does Deloitte sponsor H1Bs? The website says they don’t sponsor, so slightly confused as I see people here posting about having offers and will be soon going though H1B process. For context I am not in the USA.

What are some things to look out for when buying a house? closing fees, penalties, refinances options, inspections,....

Considering opening a 529 plan to fund my MBA in the future, is that possible?

Thoughts on reducing 401k % during this bear market slash recession?

Do you invest in Indian stock market? Which platform or brokerage company do you use? Is it a lot of pain while filing taxes? Does it provide the reports you need for tax filing? I have not done this before. Would you recommend such an attempt? Thanks

Anyone have fee based fiduciary financial advisors they’d recommend? TIA!

Is it true that some* debt is good debt. I’m referring to student loans, interest is ranging from 2% - 5% (all federal loans). Total is 20k, is it smarter to pay it off immediately and ASAP or just stretch and put the extra money into investing? Note I just graduated this year, thank you guys :)

Who / what do you list as your contingent beneficiary when your spouse is your primary, you don’t have children, and you don’t have anyone in your family you trust with your finances if something were to happen?

Just curious- how many 🐠 on this bowl are on OPT/ h1b (H) and how many have GC/citizenship (C)?

Should I put $20K towards my student loan balance of $230K before the no-interest period ends or max out my 401k, which I have contributed nothing to this year. I’m 25. Employee matches 4%.

Best provider for good rates on used car loan?

I’m currently signed on a contract for my first house for new construction that has gas heating. I have not lived in a house with this before and this entire time have been battling the anxiety of it even with detector. The house, location, and price is all everything I could dream of. Any advice on what to do in this situation?

I am new to DI...can someone please tell me is it mandatory to claim telephone and LTA...can't we change it to taxable component ? Because I need more In hand

Safest wallets / exchanges for buying VET and safe moon? 😭

Pro tip: live close to poorer people to feel rich. The feelings of wealth are extremely subjective and is mainly based on comparison

Hi everyone! I’m a young professional right out of college getting into investing and personal finance management. Trying to better understand and educate myself on personal finance and investment strategies. Can someone recommend some recourses (books, podcasts, experts to follow, etc.) where it’s clearly explained for beginners? Trying to make sense of 401Ks, Roth IRAs, emergency funds etc.
Like I’m looking for someone like Dave Ramsey but for investment and money management advice.

If we all make a fuss about returning to the office do you think the standard will change?

Kasowitz Benson - what is your opinion of them?

Is it true that some* debt is good debt. I’m referring to student loans, interest is ranging from 2% - 5% (all federal loans). Total is 20k, is it smarter to pay it off immediately and ASAP or just stretch and put the extra money into investing? Note I just graduated this year, thank you guys :)

I want to give a Christmas gift to the manager of the gym I go to. She’s awesome and I just really appreciate her. I can’t think of any ideas though! Can anybody think any good ones? I do not know much about her personal life except that she’s a single mother.

Is exp hiring easier than through college/mba? I assume there might be less competition but more self selection and less spots

Hi Sharks,

Looking for referrals
Skillset - Tableau, sql, alteryx
Y.o.e - 5 yrs
Serving notice period (65 days left)

I’m in Europe on an extended trip and wanted to go to the Norwegian fjords. I wouldn’t be able to make it there til late September but concerned it’d be too cold to enjoy. Should I just postpone the fjords til I can do them in the summer?

Post your A/S/L: let’s see where all of y’all from :)

Domains/Tech Skills in Consulting that give the best potential for earning opportunities in the next 5-10 years not including strategy: Data Science, AWS, Cyber Security, Salesforce, EPIC, Workday

How do you manage burnout? Any tips on saving some energy?

Just rolled off a Oracle/JD Edwards project what can I do to find another one?

Has anyone made the jump from TAS to IB? Is it possible with no MBA? Any insight appreciated

How do you choose which production company to work with? What are the characteristics you look for when making your decision?

Hi! Does anybody happen to know if Apple offices are dog-friendly? Specifically the Culver City office and Apple Park. Thank you!

For those of you in healthcare related account management, what is your healthcare background? I am clinical and getting ready to hire a higher level account manager. I am really biased toward people with clinical/in hospital experience because, quite frankly, healthcare is a different beast - lots of hand holding and change management. I don’t want to miss the right person because of my bias, so im wondering how many healthcare related AMs have healthcare/clinical experience… thanks in advance!

Anyone have a standing desk recommendation between the Fully Jarvis vs Uplift V2 vs Autonomous Smartdesk 2? Leaning towards the Jarvis but the Autonomous one seems 50% cheaper, but can’t really tell what the drawbacks are according to their website/reviews

What’s making those of you who want to go back to India want to go? I hear the work culture and bureaucracy there are the main reasons people come to the US.

SO and I got in to a disagreement on the background of Indian tech CEOs. It appears that they are all from 1 or 2 major communities in India.

While he thinks that its genetics/being naturally gifted that got them to where they are I believe it's the environment & discipline that made them successful. We are not from said communities but curious to hear your thoughts on who is more accurate.

What is the process for getting a green card, if a US citizen marries someone already in the US on a student visa? Any tips

What do you guys think would classify as a good savings amount by the age of 30?

How long does I-140 preparation take? From the moment they receive the hard copy PERM doc to the moment they mail out the application? Can this be done technically under 2 days if law firm obeys?

Anyone getting or heard H1B RFEs or denials for the third term of three years post I140 approval?

Did anyone file AOS and i140 together (assuming your priority date is current at the time of PERM approval)? What was the process like and how long did it take to get your GC from PERM approval date?

Hello! Need some advice. Trying to move to SOs city and EY does not have a big base in the city so i was told the move won't happen. But i am finding it hard to strategize my job search.

Anyone from Huron on the group? I see booming Oracle Cloud things on there, want to know more - Risk and Controls guy from PwC.

Does anyone know impact to h1b employees when a company is wholly acquired? As some of you know now, Navigant is being acquired by guidehouse. Does a new petition need to be filled now?

How are you guys thinking about booking appointments for 1st time H1B stamping? Every time I open the site, there are no slots available for 2022. I’m sure majority of you have faced the same. Also, heard that some people have reached out to agents and got their booking done via them. Is that even a safe option? At this point of time, having being waiting for appointments for months, I wonder if there’s any other option ?

What do you do for fun during the weekends ? Bowling , hiking etc?

I’m a US citizen and my partner is in india. We want to apply for a fiancé visa. Heard it’s better and processes faster than brining over a spouse. Curious how long it takes to process? Your experience and any recommendations for immigration lawyer to help file in the NJ area would be appreciated. TIA!

Hi all, has anyone temporarily transferred to the Canadian office of their firm and done the Canadian PR application while they were there on work visa?

How do y'all manage passwords ?? Esp absolutely critical ones e.g. coin markets etc..
Is anyone else paranoid about all this ?

Hello my desai colleagues! I'm a proper ABCD, I have lived in India for all of 3 years. When I go to visit, I have a hard time connecting with the family members there. Most of my family is in Chennai

🐟 in NJ - Any trusted tax advisors around Newport/Journal Square?

Any recommendations for books for desi parents ? Politics , economics, world order , self help

Does anyone here have a Tesla? Should I do it???...