I know this has been asked before but hoping for some tactical starting points. I grew up in an awesome ... but very blue collar family. My parents didn’t invest so I wasn’t exposed to it growing up. I would like to start. Would some 🐠 be willing to help a newbie navigate the best way to start. Would love recommendations on books, websites, podcasts etc. I have a relatively low risk threshold so I would like to start small and build up to a larger portfolio. I hope that makes sense. Thank you!

Can we combine our Corporate Amex points with Amex Everyday MR points?

37 / 13 years / 215K / PDX

Are remittances / gift sent from US to India (from post tax money) considered for any tax breaks or deductibles in the US?

Could someone give tips on where to find Luxembourg individual's income tax legislation? Thanks!

I’m considering building up my I bonds to eventually replace my 6 month expenses emergency savings account. Any downsides I’m not considering? If I slowly ramp up and ladder, I can partially withdraw any amount if I need to after a year. Even with lower inflation in the future, I’m guessing it’s going to beat a savings account yield. Thoughts?

Why do there seem to be so many comparison threads of achieving XX salary/net worth by age Y?, especially amongst younger people? Is this the fallout of social media and do you think it’s a generation-wide thing, or just contained to folks in “preftigious” circles?

Could anyone recommend a set of indices that are publicly available and is a good predictor for consumer spend in home renovations ?

How’s everyone’s turnip prices looking today? Any villages I can visit? 😇

Also, let me know what I should give you in exchange

Diamond medallion on Delta. They lost my bags on the outbound (3 with my wife who is Plat) and inbound flights (1) on a trip to Europe. How many points should I expect? Any advice to deal with this?

How is 99k salary in New Jersey area ? I have to settle with family (wife and kid 4yo). How much i will get post tax deduction ? Can any1 help with approx expenses (avg middle class living) per month

TC New grad Software Engineer
Base: $110k
Sign-On: $35k
RSU: $120k/3years
Relocation: $20k

Starting fresh with virtually $0 savings and $0 worth of financial literacy, whats the best course of action? any advice is greatly appreciated!

Currently 23yo with $65k in cash and $14k in student loan debt. Not sure what the best course of action is. What would you do?

Anyone feel a 6 month safety net isn’t adequate enough for the recession we’re going through? I just fully funded my 6 month goal and need to figure out how much I contribute to 401k

Anyone have experience with Donut app? And their 4% APY? Had any issues pulling money back out? Whats the risk here?

Hey folks, I’m about a year into my new SE career and looking to continue to invest in professional skills. I’ve obviously been thrown into the fire learning the sales side of things, but what areas (technical skills, certs, books, etc.) you all would recommend I look to invest in? I’ve been looking at some beginner coding boot camps and scrum product owner certs, but interested in what you all have done to further advance your career

What did one investment banker say to the other?

Home reno financing question. Have a big project coming up in the $120-150k range. Funding sources are:
- 90k from a heloc around prime
- 10k from a credit card that offers promo checks at 2-3% for 12-18 months
- 375k in a brokerage
- 5-6k per month cash that I can put towards the project, loans, or brokerage

I don't want to stop funding the brokerage because my FIRE plan is less numbers based than "hoard like dragon until it's enough" but maybe I should... How would you optimize?

Has anyone taken the Nielsen UX conference (7 days of courses)? Is the certification worth the price?

Currently my location is banglore. I raised location change request to chennai..I informed the same to my Manager..he said there will be less growth in chennai..is it true🙄

Guys
Any idea like how much time is normal for project to be assigned for new hire in deloitte. Is it something to worry if not within the 15 days of joining. Views pls.

I can’t anymore I can’t 😭

Wacom Intuos Pro Paper Edition vs. Regular - worth the extra? Pros? Cons? Any insight is much appreciated!

How much time LTI take to release offer after hr discussion.

Can you recommend me a contracting agency? For temp work. I am based in NYC and a Product Manager

Is an IPO in anyone’s FIRE strategy? Maybe this is specific to the Bay Area, but it doesn’t seem that unrealistic to negotiate enough equity to make $1.5 mill off an IPO. Or maybe I’m dreaming 😂

Who’s working out Monday morning? 😤😤😤

6/23 check in! What are you up to today?

Does Nagarro give option to WFO?
At Bangalore location where is their office

My yearly appraisal in on the way. I worked for the same client for the last year but in 3 different projects. I received client appreciations in all 3 projects and in addition I also helped my account in creating proposals, etc. What should I expect in terms of rating and monitory appraisal. Would be thankful to any genuine advice.

Anybody struggle with imposter syndrome as a minority? How and why? Need some coping strategies man.

I'm seeing a meme float around on facebook today regarding VA payments for anthrax shot related issues if it came from the squalene laced lots the FDA identified. Any truth to it? I'm skeptical.

Is the bench larger than normal?

I have heard very less flow of work in PWC AC’s. Does this mean recession impact has begun and they can start terminating employees on bench???

Can anyone tell me if virtusa is providing insurance to parents and how much , please it is an urgent

I love watching users go from lurkers to enthusiastic active participants. What do you find the most rewarding part of being a community manager?

Assuming this causes a recession like in 2008, and many people get laid off, how long to take to find another similar paying job? I’m currently a strat manager in FS. Scared for job.

Thoughts on moving from Boston to Houston?

What benefits are included in EYs frequent traveler program? How many miles or stays are required?

I was in O&G in late 2014 when the oil price also sh*t the bed (from an even higher level). Feel bad for those guys. The Saudi moves suggest the price won’t rebound soon.

Has anyone taking the DRI Business Continuity certification course recently? Do you have any suggestions for study materials?

I need a mouse with two USBs so I can connect both my personal and work laptop to the same mouse and don't have to change the mouse with I switch. Any recommendations on what to use?

I’m sure you don’t get many of us industry peasants here but I’m looking for advice.. I’m 24yo in ERM, doing a M. Statistics, CFA L2 in June, what should I move into if I want to get to MBB in 5y?

Advice or Book recommendations on how not to get bothered by others/ friends/ peers? What they think or what they do!
Been struggling lately

Being recruited for SM role at KPMG. Glassdoor shows average salary as $160K. This seems low?

When we come back from covid, can we all just agree to give up handshakes? I find handshakes so unpleasant and now we can all appreciate how gross and germ-spreading they are!

What is a comfortable salary level for a couple in NYC?

Best consulting firms (including boutiques) if you want to do product design/development

Best consulting firms without the massive ego?

What are the best consulting firms for someone that’s looking to work in the aviation industry? Can be big consulting firms with strong presence in aviation or boutique firms. Preferably commercial strategy type of projects. US based. Thank you!

Best consulting firms for the retail and CPG industries?

Where are the main Asian communities in Chicago (not Chinatown)?

What factors should you consider/guidelines do you follow (e.g. Cap of money to spend, etc) when you are trying to decide whether to do a mileage run to reach the next status?

Anyone else feel the customer service at W hotels is really bad?

I find myself struggling the explain things with the same eloquence as my colleagues. How can I improve my consulting speak? Any recommended books?

How do I balance constant simultaneous meetings and execution expectations while still achieving a satisfying WLB?