I have the older United cc. If I wanted to get the explorer card to take advantage of bonus points could I just apply for it or would I need to cancel current then apply? TIA

Backpack suggestions that can be used for office/travel?
Something to keep my electronics, wallet and maybe 1-2 books in

What are some good modern/post-pandemic personal finance books you can recommend?

What is your salary for your job with a brief description if how many years of experience you have and what area of the world.

Does anyone work in Dubai or Singapore who can give me an idea what you get paid? Thinking of making the move from Norway. Lower/no personal income tax is the incentive - paying 47% 😭

I need help figuring out if I’m being underpaid. I’m working in real estate private equity and I focus on fund models and property valuations. I’m currently at base $80k and 20% bonus. On top of that I have 5 years experience and a masters in finance. I’m good at my job and receive positive reviews from everyone. I feel like I should be compensated better but the company says that’s what they think I’m worth. Any help or insights would be great!

What is the best performing NPS available on market. Let's assume that I invest 50k per year for tax saving, what could be my retirement benefits out of this(30 yrs of investing). Please help me with calculation and suggestions.

Hi,

Can I pay full hra amount as rent to my parents to get hra exemption benefits.

HRA: 5 lakh

Best HYSA with a good account opening bonus?

I’m trying to buy my first house and my wife and I have a few IRAs from previous employers (Roth and non Roth). I read I won’t be penalized if I take out upto 10k from my IRAs for a first time house (except for taxes on the non-Roth accounts). Anyone know how true this is, how the process works, or have any advice? Is it a good idea

Ugh I just signed to fix my house’s mortgage interest rate at 2,73% for 2years. Instantly regret it.

Looking for senior Salesforce developers/architects in the US! Joined my previous mentor in starting a new Salesforce practice. Company is based in SF but we’re ok with folks working remotely. Might require some travel once it’s safe again but not anytime soon. Good opportunity to be actively involved in building something from nothing

Google stock to buy now or after the split?

Keen to buy first home in Dubai but skeptical given the uncertainty around the global economy albeit high oil prices which is a positive for the region. What are people thinking? Anyone here from middle east?

Has anyone had Marriott gift you the next level of status if you’re only a few nights short of the requirement at end of year?

How much rent amount should I pay to get maximum tax deduction?

Does the UK have tax breaks for people with kids, mortgages, etc. like they have in the US, Singapore, etc.?

For EESP - which is better share withholding or payroll withholding? Thoughts?

Does 401k count as savings?

Any advice in terms of investment to save the maximum tax?

Best way to get a home improvement loan? Any red flags/tricks to know? Is it worth it if o have the cash (would wipe out a lot of savings). Kitchen and removing walls is about $80k

Hi guys,

Can anyone tell me what is the last drawn annual CTC and how to calculate it?

I was accosted last night at the bar when some guy overheard me telling my date I worked at Apple. Lots of expletives and "go back to where you're from" rhetoric. Do people really feel this way? So far, everyone I've met has been so welcoming.

You get to be a member at 1 country club in the world. For sake of the question, you have easy access to whatever it is and can play the course/use the amenities often.

Which would you choose?

Finally landed a Product Manager interview. It's taken 30+ applications to get one. Generally, what should I expect? (In terms of questions). This interview is with 2 senior managers. I got passed the initial recruiter screening.

What future trends do you see in the payments industry that would drive digital enablement and provide a unified payments experience to merchants and customers?

POV: Product Development Strategy, Fintech

What is the onboarding process in Accenture.?

Does google have office in Dubai? I am curious!

I started in my first SDR position in a small SaaS start up few months ago. I am the only SDR and their first ever.
The base salary is ok but I haven’t received any commission structure up to this day.
I book an average of 3-5 demos per week. People always show up, but the thing that worries me is that I do not have a way to track how many meetings I book in our CRM,and to be honest I feel like I didn’t get the best training overall. Should I start looking somewhere else? Thoughts?

Thanks

Looking to get back into SaaS sales after a few year hiatus. Any tips or recommendations to ramp myself back into SaaS sales? Any podcast or books, etc?

Can a person just say that he cannot disclose his current salary while negotiating an offer and just mention his expected salary (which may be 2x current one) , because if the current salary is low ,the expected salary can't be too higher than current one ? Never seen such a case so just asking

In HCL, I believe that iSuccess Learning Portal is the only Portal for the Learning Stuff or any other Portal is there.

Kindly inform guys.

Does anyone have any experience with hub insurance?

Has anyone tried Isagenix? Thoughts? Did it work?

Approximately how much $ range is a 3 ct ring from Cartier/ Tiffany?

Anyone on straterra? Starting week 4 on it and have not noticed much, but I have zero appreciate and have food aversions. Would be interested to know how people deal with this / if it actually helped? I know it takes some time to see the effects,

Anyone at EY in Forensic Data Analytics? If so - do you like the work you’re doing/leadership/etc?

Any Alaska Airlines challenges going on now? Or do they match status?

Thoughts on the best domestic mileage program? Any recommendations for someone also potentially using those miles for international redemptions?

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

Friend asked to buy my SPG/marriott points. How would that work hypothetically? $0.027/SPG , $0.009/Marriott? (According to Points guy) & transfer to their account?

Buying a Cathay Pacific Economy flight, am AA Platinum, can I use AA miles to upgrade my CX flight?

Is there a way to transfer miles from Delta to Air France to upgrade current seat selections?

How much for delta gold on here?

Traveling next week. What hotel has the best promotion now?

Best hotel corporate codes for discounts?

Used miles to upgrade from economy to business on United. Was confirmed for the upgrade then just got downgraded back to economy and now there aren’t seats left

Why are so many moving from CSR to CSP. I get that the fee is significantly higher for the former, but how are benefits better for the latter?

Bathroom smells of cig smoke and they can’t transfer me to another room till tomorrow. How many points?

JAL or Cathay for premium economy US to Asia (Both 777s)

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?

Chase freedom flex or citi custom cash? I don't travel much (yet). I already get 3% on dining/groceries.

CFF is $200 bonus with 5% back on rotating categories capped at $1500 spend/quarter, 5% back Chase travel, 3% back dining/pharmacy

CCC is $300 bonus with 5% back on top eligible category capped at $500 spend/month

Traveling to DC for 4 days. Looking for Marriott with parking and maybe concierge lounge functioning. Anyone use a Marriott recently they can recommend?
Open to other suggestions too. Thanks

Are spg and spg points eventually going to get phased out due to merger?

I am new to United Silver and I purchase economy tickets. Is the best strategy to check in exactly 24 hours ahead and switch my seat to an open economy plus seat?