Looking to buy a used car in Houston.

1. Where to start? (Marketplace or dealership)
2. What to look specifically in the car? (Mileage, accident, mechanical issues etc)
3. Any redflags to focus!!
4. Process of getting or transferring car ownership.
5. Any particular company to look for or totally avoid!!

My budget is to stay within 10K but if really good deal can increase to 13k or 14k.

Thank you in Advance

Has anyone successfully “ported” their mortgage? Just learned about this and doing some research since rates are so high now. Current rate is 3% and new home will be more expensive, for context.

Okay finance gurus, I have an idea and interested in your thoughts. Might be a bad one so be gentle 🙂. I have a 2 yr old and another on the way. Need to start planning for college. I was thinking of buying a condo or 2 in lieu of saving and selling them down the line for tuition. Condos downtown are pretty inexpensive (T3) so it’s financially feasible. But is this a good idea or too risky?

Can someone help me understand the advantage of Backdoor IRA. In my case, I don’t think My taxes will be higher in retirement than they are right now (32% tax bracket currently)

How Income tax deduction is calculated in Mphasis payslip?

Is there any specific % or threshold values?

I am financially secure (husband now has a high earning job) and looking at what options for "moon shots" at chances of real wealth generation with my years in Big 4 (10+). Month to month cash flow isn't a concern anymore so i can focus on opportunities for bigger pay days. Ideas from the hive mind?

International stocks are doing terribly. How do you stick to your plan and continue to buy you allocation of international stocks when it's tempting to go off plan and buy a bit more US?

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?

Where do first year associates / business analysts typically live in NYC? What’s a realistic rent budget?

What’s the salary of a senior DAAC based out of India taking transfer to London? Please help with the right number. Is is true that the earnings in India = savings in UK. I am planning to make this move and an honest answer will be super helpful for me

Anyone from tax can help me on some tax related queries.

Q1-Can I claim LTA and LTA cash voucher both for the current Block?
Q2- In LTA cash voucher scheme i have a total expenditure of only 50K approx so how much can i get as saving for Tax?
Q3 How the above 2 can be claimed during ITR filing?

I have more Questions but if we get replies on these we can discuss further.
This can help everyone

So after you max your investment accounts (401K, IRÁ, emergency savings. etc) what do you do next?

A little context: 24M, started in the pandemic, moved back home and paid off my student loans.

Do I move out? Can I start spending on myself? Am I missing anything from a saving perspective?

Apologies in advance if this comes off entitled/arrogant, really just looking for some advice and wanted to give as clear a picture as possible.

Hi all, I am trying to DCA bi-weekly into Vanguard ETFs, (VO, VTI etc). It seems like Fidelity does not support auto buying of non-Fidelity ETFs. So I was wondering which of these options you think is best?

1. Open a Vanguard Invest account
2. Look for Fidelity ETFs that are similar to Vanguard ETFs
3. Use smaller brokerages like SoFi l, Robinhood etc.

I really do not want to manage nor be active. My goal is to log-in like once every 6 months.

Thank you all.

Are there any tax benefits from working from home?

Has PwC paid out this month's expenses yet? Amex isn't pleased..

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.

Hello! what are the best books to read for stock trading beginners? And which book would you recommend to start with?

Thoughts on Transfix? Anyone invested?

Amex Gold or Chase sapphire preferred? I'm trying to decided what credit card to get. Let me add, I'll get $150 statement credit since I have an amex card with my job.

Guys did you hear the big news???

Ppr league....Cory clement / Latvius murray / lamar Miller / Sony Michel / Adrian Peterson which 2 running backs should I start this week. Also should I play Chris Godwin at flex or one of these RBs

What is tech consulting hike ? For staf 3 senior

How does one most effectively make the transition into management from an Individual Contributor?

I've been an individual contributor for 4 years in Tech, have 8 years of experience total. I'm finding it difficult to make the management transition despite having management experience, performing beyond expectations, and having a genuine passion for enablement and development.

I'd appreciate any success stories or pointers you can offer in regards to this transition.

Does EY India provides free transportation to its employees ?

I think I’m about to get my first experience of getting in trouble with a partner for work that I actually already sent for review and followed up on multiple times (and brought up during calls). Stay tuned… 😑

Has anyone had success with doneadhd or cerebral? Please share your thoughts on the online services!

Hi Fishes,

I got offer letter from Mphasis. Any idea about Morgan Stanley Account.

And what are good/bad about joining Mphasis.

What salary should I expect being full stack Sr .net developer with 5YOE current CTC Is 14Lpa

Any folks at MMB/T2 in St. Louis open to connect? Are there many local projects or do you travel most of the time?

How much @Eli Lilly offers for 2 YOE data engineer?

2. Do they give hike based on cctc or have their own salary range?

Baringa Partners vs Bearing Point

Discuss

“Back in the day, I think adland did a better job of giving clients what they never imagined instead of giving them exactly what they wanted.” Paraphrasing, but read something like this recently. True or nah?

Does anyone here work for Axiom or know someone who does and, if so, how difficult is it to stay fully engaged?

What's the biggest salary jump you've made in CTL, and how did you do it?

all - qq I’m currently on an LoA, stuck in India due to personal reasons (on F1 OPT) right now. I have a lot of interest in teaching kids online (coding and such), could I do non contractual job teaching coding online while in India with an indian firm?

Any thoughts on the best certifications to get in order to help move forward? I have considered the CCP from World at Work, but it’s fairly pricey to get by the time you wrap up everything. I was looking at both SHRM-CP and SPHR. Everyone that I have spoken to has the SHRM, but that’s also only looking at individuals in a small geographic footprint and within 3-4 different companies. I was hoping to get some thoughts on this from others? Thanks

F fishes, which one do you prefer Ariat or Lucchese?

How do you feel about schools getting closed for the World Series victory? If we make it ok to close for things like this, where do we draw the line? I think people fail to realize the impact missing school can have on kids.

City of Houston Jobs - anyone have any insight into their hiring process? My applications get to the Referred List stage but then go stale.

Let's start a new weekly thread: Pop in here every Wednesday to share events, shows, and activities that are happening this coming weekend!

I’m relocating to the US from an international rotation to work in Galveston. I have never been to Texas and I am trying to find the best spot for my family to live in. So far from reading online it sounds like Pearland is a good option but I have not been able to validate that/ figure out what other options are out there. I would appreciate all advice:
1. Would you recommend living in Pearland?
2. What are other good areas to live in? Safe and would like to be less than 1 hour from Galveston.

What spas do you all recommend in Houston? I normally go to Chinatown for a cheap massage but I want to try to treat myself to a proper spa experience.

Do you wear cowgirl or cowboy boots?

Getting a bit stir crazy. Any recommendations for a 4-5 day relaxing trip within driving distance?

Are any other area teachers ready to give up? I'm trying to stick it out but we've had so many teachers quit in my school already this year. The administration doesn't care.

Anyone have tips for finding out about social events/does anyone want to hang? Moved here late last year and it's hard to meet people

HAPPY HOUR TONIGHT - all are welcome to come & network!

The location has CHANGED ‼️- see new details below.

When: 6:30pm
Where: Wooster’s Garden - 3315 Milam St, Houston, TX 77006

How early is too early to decorate for Christmas? I'm very much in wait until after Thanksgiving camp, but my neighbors have had so much stuff up since November 1st!

Renters: if you love your place, please let me know. My apartment complex is mehhh now and rent for my 2 bedroom/2bathroom, 1100 sq. ft. apartment is going up to $2,600+. I don’t mind the price but I need more amenities for it to be worth it. Also is Hanover worth the hype?

Any recommendations on fun things to do with a ~15 person team for work? (E.g. escape room) - trying to brainstorm ideas! Thank you!

Does anyone have any apartment recommendations for a 1 bed 1 bath?

Looking for a Legal Recruiter or Recruiting Firm. Young Associate with Healthcare/Health Law Experience.

Anybody work in wealth management Bank of America in Houston? That I could reach out to?

What's your favorite restaurant in Houston, hands down? I'm trying to test out all of the best spots before I move! Please drop your favorite