How much do you pay to get your taxes done or do you just do it yourself. My accountant charged $135 😕

Looking for suggestions on how you would decide on a retirement fund amount ? What are the factors I should consider. Any calculators or illustrations would be welcome.

I am approaching my 40s and have a spouse and plan to start a family soon. #personalfinance #investments #uk #london

What are good areas to invest in the Middle East (stocks, certificates, real estate etc.)? Open to hearing about both low-risk and high-risk asset classes. For people who invest in US / European markets, what platforms do you use?

Are there any apps/sites that consolidate points balances across a large number of credit cards and programs?

Any tips on renting in Southlake/ Carroll ISD? The rental stock seems really light and the few rentals that are available look old and not well maintained. Is there a time of year where more rentals are available?

Had my 401k in all VINIX last year, and it served me well. I rebalanced to 20% large cap, 20% mid cap, 20% small cap, 20% Int’l, and 20% bonds. The Int’l diversification is pulling me down significantly. Would you shift that 20% back to large cap or just say it will payoff later to diversify? My IRA is pretty tech heavy, so trying to be mindful.

I just started trading Forex. I live in San Jose Ca. The markets just closed at about 1:30ish and I couldn’t sell. Is this normal?

Any ideas of how to refinance home loans taken from India for a lower rate. Paying almost 9% for a house I got my parents.

Any good recommendations for HYSA in NA. I’m a fresh college grad, finally budgeted and need realized I need a proper account to save an emergency fund. The rest are in 401k and investments. Thanks in advance!!

Is it common to have renters insurance or do most renters not have it? The questionnaire for a quote is super detailed...

How do you stake GRT?

Silly question but what’s my benefit of after hours trading? Just realized I could do it on fidelity and tested it. What’s the best way to go about it?

Hey Fish, tried searching but can’t find a good list. Does anyone have any ballpark for approx scholarships offered to MBB applicants at T10-15 schools?

My wife wants to start budgeting for rent and stuff but it’s hard to have a good idea on what I might be paying out of pocket when comparing Tuck to Columbia to Kellogg. I just don’t want to go back into debt even if it’s for living expenses. We’re paying off wife’s loans rn and I doubt we can save enough before I’d enroll.

Curious to know what other avenues people have taken in our industry to make more money. Currently getting OT which is nice since most places don’t offer that benefit but still doesn’t feel like it’s worth the long nights when the paycheck comes in.

My India team told me that the savings accounts at the state bank of India gives like 10% return. 😱. Asked a million questions since that’s really hard to believe. Has anyone done this?

What are ways to improve as a realtor?

How does one get pre approved and start the process of looking to buy a home? Do I go online and do it myself or do I find a real estate agent first and they’ll help with that? I’m so lost on how to begin the process as this would be my first home.

Do we have to pay zakaat on 401k and other pension plan investments?

McK fish, if I am based and located in a low tax state and I travel to say NYC or California for work, will I be paying the NYC/California taxes? Or will McK make me whole on the tax differences

Given COVID, do you think watch prices in the secondary market will come down (e.g., Breitling and Rolex)

On the sexist air conditioning thing. I try to sympathize with the air being tuned to my level vs yours. But please also understand that I am covered in hair that I cannot take off and you are not.

All mindsets are a mindset, but only some are sets of mind.

How are people networking in the entertainment law space during covid? Mainly curious about the music industry.

Are people actually passionate about supporting govt contracting or just happy with contractor pay?

Can we receive the performance pay on probation period because still I am not allocated to any project?

When someone reads my paper and says "wow, you really did your homework," it doesn't make me feel good at all—it makes me feel like a failure for not being able to write something original on my own!

Anyone passed with Ninja only for FAR

Does Capgemini retain people basis on the work done in project.... currently I am on bench but looking out for opportunities

During meetings, why do some people blurt out the first idiotic thing that comes to mind rather than taking a second to intelligently think through their answer?

Everytime I’m riding high, getting good work done, my boss has to come in and ruin the mood. Every time. Here’s to spending the rest of my day eating ice cream and watching tv while still working but less than before

That time when your manager asks you to send updated workpapers to the CFO and you know he didn't review it because you checked the history in DMS...

Anyone attending Alteryx Inspire conference this year? Any networking tips/ to-dos for first timers?

Hi - The Standard has several open positions. Feel free to reach for more info and referral codes. Have a great weekend !

F here. I’ve had trouble in relationships because idk how to fight healthily. I’ve been going to therapy for it but I’m struggling atm because my boyfriend who I love so much, I’ve brought to his breaking point with my anxiety fueled approach. I don’t blame him. A lot of this stems from watching my parents & their toxic fights. I want to change not only for myself but for him, because I believe he is worth changing for. But has anyone ever gone through this & made it out better?

I’m honestly asking - why did God allow Coronavirus to hit us? It hits the old people - many of whom have lived good lives...

Graduating w/ an ivy MPA next May, Army vet, TS/SCI, B4 internship, 3 letter agency internship, know excel, access, Stata, SQL…looking to get into defense/national security consulting. What should I expect for comp?

For now, looking at BAH, B4, AFS, Guidehouse, etc. Any other I should consider? Also, please DM if you are willing to refer. TIA.

My younger brother wants to go to CS or tech related undergrad. Looking for recommendation on schools and majors. Preferably a target for FAANG or consulting firms. He has competive grades and 1450 SAT but plans on retaking for higher once centers reopen. We’re first gen and trying to help him out the best I can so any advice is appreciated☺️

Is anyone else contemplating life and what the point of anything is anymore? I was fine the whole pandemic until this month.

Do you think if Covid cases will increase after the spring break is over?

My company has just undergone a re-org and teams have shifted. Because of the nature of our team, none of us work together on the same projects. My manager is wanting to build in social time for our team to get to know each other. We are a remote co. and our team resides in different time zones. I’m on the east coast and these virtual events are scheduled from 7-8pm EST. I feel it’s too late and interferes with my personal/family time. How would you approach the discussion?

Is there a trailer for 2021 yet? Because I’m skeptical

this girl is upset at me that we aren’t going to Jean George’s for one of our first dates… 🚩

Location : India

Any good recommendations for office chair and desk for WFH?

Every weekend feels more and more depressing as this pandemic goes on. I've been social distancing strictly since early March but I'm starting to care less because I'm so inefficient & drained

For those of you without kids, what time do you wake up everyday??

Anyone else’s brain feel dazed and useless? Kids are a factor but even when I get time, I can’t focus. Tried exercise, outdoors, caffeine, vitamins, sleep, prescribed meds, etc.

Massage gun recommendations? I remember people saying theragun and hypervolt were overpriced/hyped. What are some alternatives?

Anyone in the dental field

I highly recommend the new Star Trek show, Strange New Worlds on Paramount+

It feels like I’m watching a modern TOS or TNG 🥰

Are there any auto loan lenders you’d recommend for a private party purchase?