I have a small backyard about 1200 sq/ft that can’t keep grass due to shades and roots. It’s a nasty dirt pit back there. It’s about 10k to install artificial turf. Does this usually translate at all in the sale of the house? Only will be in this house another 2 years or so, so I don’t wanna pay 10k if I get nothing back out of it when selling, but on the flip side if a realtor tells me I’d need to fix up the back yard to have any luck selling I’d rather do that now and enjoy it for a couple yrs

Sweet and salty 47 yr old single female. Looking for a funloving, occasional companion to divert attention to fun things from the daily travails in consulting. 🍿🍫

 I heard a commercial on the radio for Verizon that said something to the effect that parents are now learning how to lesson plan. Are any of you off the hook for lesson planning? Just wondering because I’m over here busting my butt!

What’s the best way to make your email stand out to a recruiter?

What do you do when you need a break from the news during the day? Sometimes I find it hard to step away even for a 30 min lunch

SMH puts for 12/6?

Have been hunting desperately for childcare bc spouse and I are both FT lawyers trying to handle 4 immunocompromised elementary age kids at home but have been striking out. Have even been considering having one of us take a leave, going part time (career suicide/knock us off partner track) or quitting. Just found someone highly recommended, experienced, patient, etc. Interview went super well but candidate disclosed they are in recovery for substance abuse, last relapse 2 yrs ago. DUI. Thoughts?

Is your compensation and performance reviewed automatically on a regular/annual basis? I don’t get either of these unless I ask for it! Found out others in our company experienced the same as me. Lowball Salaries trending as a common pain point

I like my team and work life balance, during the pandemic was very beneficial to my wellbeing. However feel I owe it to myself now, to be earning what I’m worth in the market (I’m underpaid by a fair bit) especially with inflation costs

Hi Fishes,

Which is a better career option? Progress software or NTT data? Both offering same Fixed compensation and permanent wfh.

Progress position- Product Specialist
NTT position- Lead cloud engineer

£200 for WFH equipment , what are you fishes getting

Has anyone who's worked in HR, Finance, or another role with visibility to compensation information been able to use that as leverage for salary negotiations?

To put it bluntly, I know certain people with less experience and a lower performance rating are getting paid more than me due to my role working with payroll data. I suspect this was due to the fact that I did not counter offer when I accepted this role, which was a few months ago, and now I regret it.

Why are folks not hyped anymore about XRP and TRX? I think these coins are still going to fly

From now on can we start saying WHY we think news = 🚀 🚀 🚀. Reason: people lose their minds when they see *bank/big corp + crypto* and forget to ask why the news = higher price.

Orl, Fl males where you @. 32F here

I interviewed at Google and cleared all onsite interviews back in July. Then came the hiring freeze and my role was de-prioritized. Now I'm being called for another position which I applied through the same recruiter before for the same group but different role. My question is will Google reuse the positive feedback and will it help/add value to this new position?

Anyone bought ATB coin?

How did you find out what you want in life? Feeling lost mid-career..

What's the best city in UK to buy a buy to let property, with best returns?

Any good HELOC recommendations?

Ideally 90% LTV, minimal closing costs, desktop appraisal.

Anyone sell to Zillow? Got an amazing offer from them, but naturally my floor decided to start deforming right before inspection. No water damage - I can get someone out here to fix it ASAP, but wondering if it’s worth the hassle. Mostly worries inspector will think there’s water or foundation issues

Has anyone made a property purchase using sheriff sales? Can you shed any light on the process or share tips or resources?

Is it okay to buy a home worth 660K for a couple earning 325K TC together? The HOA and taxes for this home bring the monthly payment up to ~4.8K which is ~32% of our monthly take home after tax…we’re first time home buyers, any advise is appreciated!

I recently bought my 1st home in TX. I want to get into real estate and eventually own/rent out multiple homes. Are there any good recommendations/tips on books/articles/websites that others have used to get started?

I've read about HELOC and cash out refinance to get a 2nd home but articles are so scattered that it gets confusing which is better in terms of tax benefits and immediate costs, etc. Anything others have found helpful that summarized how to get started would be great!

What are some of the things that were a MUST when buying your first home and what were some things that you were more flexible with and why? I’m having a discussion with my partner about what we absolutely need and what can be worked on later.

Any one knows what’s the easiest way to order a radon test for new construction?

Trying to find an investment property to rent out for about $300k - what are your recs for location ?

Any potential flags/benefits for dual agency? My agent and the seller's agent work for the same company.

For anyone that has bought a townhome from Lennar, are the walls fairly well insulated for sound?

What, if any, were your main complaints?

Tomorrow is a big day for me!
Made a written offer on an apartment on Sunday. Owner‘s starting price was 500k. My offer is 450k. He thanked me and we are meeting this weekend to „negotiate“. Tips?

Currently looking for a roommate to share a 2 bed apt with in suffolk county long island. Message me if you are interested. Budget around 1300-1600

Looking to buy in the DMV suburbs (northern VA). Is this the wrong time for such a move? Beyond down payment, got about 6mo emergency fund and must tap into it for moving&house expenses like furniture

I would like to learn more about development and real estate. Can anyone recommend any books or courses that you think are informative. Eventually I would like to own a few apartment buildings, but I know there is a lot I need to learn 1st. Any advice appreciated. 

Question for folks with second homes: Considering buying a vacation home but would be primarily for family use. We currently have a primary residence with a mortgage balance of ~640K, so my understanding is I could only deduct the mortgage interest on 110K of the second mortgage to stay under the 750K cap. If I were to buy the second home through an LLC, would that allow me to exceed that 750K since the expenses of the second home would be pass through expenses/income?

I heard you need to show a net worth of 100% of the loan amount. Have you heard about this?

I am wanting to start investing in real estate in the new year… I’m using this month to read up on it and familiarize myself with it. I am a true beginner and wanted to ask for any tips, tricks, advice, books, videos, magazines, podcasts, etc to start? Please let me know!

Is there an investment fund or group that anyone knows of? I heard of Fundraiser but it seems very convoluted. Looking for an investment group or development group to invest with

Commercial real estate question. When a residential property will likely zone commercial in the coming years, do we, the owner, wait for a buyer/developer to contact us?