Hi! Hows the new wk going??? Anything exciting?

Is this an aggressive position? Would you use final regulations effective for tax year beggining Dec 16, 2020 to support a deduction for calendar tax year 2020? Proposed regulations didn't include this exception. More details below.

Is it just me or does anyone else know or have an inclination that their employer committed fraud after receiving PPP loans during COVID pandemic?

Fixed income vs Equity trading desk at BB? Why are trading desk at BB down year over year? Fixed income desks In particular! Future of trading leading to full automation?

My firm doesn’t match my 401k — still worth opting in?

In mid 40s, recommendation to have 401k portfolio. I have vanguard with only 155k as I started 401k few years back..

What is the difference in subscription to notified and subscription to approved mutual funds?

I quit my job and am going back to home country. What is the fastest way to transfer $100k from the US to a country in Asia?

I have a lot of exposure to big tech and sp500 across my brokerage account and retirement accounts. I recently opened a Roth IRA and have 6k in it to invest. I know the default strategy is to invest in a fund that tracks sp500 but I do that everywhere else regularly. Is there anything else like VYM you recommend? I’m targeting dividend growth ones since it’s a Roth IRA ..

i’m at work literally stressed about $3.5k (spread across there states) and this is why i can’t stand state taxation.

how you gonna shut down a business license over $100?!

Totally, new to cryptos and thing of buying partial BTC. Someone told me BTC sell is hard and different from stocks. Is it easy to sell ? Is there a thing like someone should be there to buy a BTC in order for me to sell? Can anyone pls explain crypto trading?

Decided to payoff my mortgage.

What's the quickest way to market a property for rent other than listing it on MLS and all the websites? Should I list on Craigslist and marketplace too? Anything else I can do?

Got targeted for Amex platinum 100k. Is it worth it? Is there a higher targeted offer?
Considering doing it since no more personal card for BCG expenses. Also have CSR fwiw.

Why are FIRE minded people into having multiple investment properties? It sounds like a nightmare having to deal with tenants and if you want dividends, can’t you just invest in REIT or preferred stock ETF? Are returns that much better?

Is it worth making the time/money investment to make the switch from big 4 FDD to MBB. This would require getting into and paying for a top MBA program and my net worth would be way negative after that. Are the MBB financial returns worth it? Im 26 years old for reference

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?

For those of you in consulting/finance/high intensity jobs, what medication do you use for anxiety? Currently using a beta blocker as I’m afraid anything more will cause cognitive impacts.

Thoughts on Alcohol and SNRIs? I'm supposed to be starting on Pristiq. I've drank while on SSRIs before with no issue but wanted to see if anyone has any experience.

Also - general SSRI v. SNRI advice ?

**Probably way off topic ** Where do you get really good (and affordable) Indian ethnic wear (lehengas and kurtas) in Maharashtra (mumbai/ pune)? Will need it quick too! Any help is appreciated, thank you!

I should have posted in this bowl... but Coronavirus is forcing me to freelance for the first time in 2 years. I have 5-6 years UX experience, is 40 hourly a reasonable rate? Should I negotiate...

What are the key skills required to transition to digital? I’m looking to make the move

Hi Fishes...
I have recently applied in Barclays for analyst position at Chennai location. The status of my application has changed from application submitted to Hiring manager review on 5th of July. From then i didn't receive any mail from the company, and the status of my application is also unchanged. Can anyone tell me when can I expect the next stage of process, and i have 32 months of experience in industry domain. How much should i negotiate the salary during the Hr call. please help

My contract is about to end. Looking for new opportunities within the company and outside in big4. I am not sure why I don't get any calls. I keep on posting for long but no calls at all and auto email response for no selection! Anyone having the same problem? Is it very normal especially with big4s?

Just found out I will be taking two depositions in the near future. These are not key witnesses but I am still nervous. I’ve only been licensed since October of last year and still feel like I have no clue what I’m doing half the time. Any deposition tips?

Is there any logic in expecting lawyers to be glued to their seats when there are no deals/matters on? I don’t understand why law firms haven’t adopted the consulting model...

When does the appraisal happen ?? Lumos and appraisal both the same ?

Any reviews on OpenText Bangalore? And average hike% ?

F 🙋🏻‍♀️🌶 in Florida, exotic looking, early 50s (been approached by M in their early 40s) . We could chat and eventually meet up even if with a face mask 😷! 😁

Any Insurance Broker Account Managers in Oklahoma (Health/Life/ Employee Benefits)? Would you be willing to share your salary information and any information about your work load/the amount of groups you manage and their size as well as your years of experience? I’m trying to determine if mine is comparable to what others receive. Thanks for any insight!

Forgot my wallet back home, realized half to airport. Now going back. Great start to the week

Anyone know of a fast track program for status on American Airlines or is it just the challenge you have to pay for?

How to keep this bowl rolling?

Who’s up but who’s checking their work email 😆

Hey hey you old fogies 😂

I always thought mid life crisis was when you get to mid life and realize you are never going to be all you thought you would be.

I turned out better than I imagined on all dimensions, and I’ve discovered a different kind of midlife crisis. The “ok, so now what?” Crisis.

Tell me someone else has this, and what do you do about it?

I’m showing my age I guess but it’s really hard to tell who’s on the cover. It’s Usher right?

Why do partners feel the need to speak when they obviously have very superficial knowledge about the topic? So exhausting pushing back on stupid ideas, needless analysis, unnecessary credit taking attempts and spending time making their input sound coherent with what was already aligned with client. Let me manage and please just get out of the way…

My confession is i’m only 32 but i vibe with the 35+ crowd even in real life. Pls don’t ban me. 🥺

Wise confessions bowl turned out to be a feel good bowl. ♥️♥️

Has anyone noticed a weird change in the original confession bowl lately? A lot of new people posting some really ✨interesting✨ takes and just being kind of creepy?

Got an offer at a great company. Ive done this job before but moved away from it because it burnt me out because of the people and it scarred me. I have found out i have ptsd from it and am scared to start the new one. Been working on ptsd thru therapy. I know its a great firm and a great opportunity but my ptsd is bad. Another company last wk reached out same field diff role more chill and behind the scenes and i cant help but think about the easy way out over the challenge and better future.

I just discovered that scheduling a call for 7 am the morning after a boozy team event is the best way to get easy agreement and consensus. No debating for the sake of debating when everyone is sleepy! 😂

This bowl fell off. Typical 35+ behavior 🤭😄

Gosh i just posted on the wrong bowl how do i undo or move to this bowl? 😣☹️

Bowl is getting awfully quiet…must be past 8pm Zzzzzz

What you guys are planning for the long weekend?

It’s Thursday night. That means it’s “wine confession” time for me. 😂 AMA?

Hello fellow olds!! I was just at a work dinner and HH. Three drinks and food and weeeee! Damn. Such a lightweight now! 😂 Hope you all are enjoying the night. 😘