What is your living situation like and how much do you pay? Is living alone worth the high price?

Any advice on how to invest / get into real estate in SF/ the Bay Area? New developments? Fixer ups? What’s the best way. Mortgage to rent doesn’t seem to break even in most cases

What are your theories on why the rental market is so crazy right now?

I’ll preface with I’m new at this and learning. But I’m researching if I should do an IRA or back door Roth IRA. And maybe I don’t fully understand how taxes work but what is the benefit of a Roth? From my understanding, the amount of tax you pay is mainly based on your tax bracket. Wouldn’t I pay far less taxes (thus inadvertently getting more money) with a traditional Ira since me being retired would put me in a lower tax bracket than me well along in my career?

As you all know the market has been on 🔥 lately. I’ve grown my portfolio to 350k and was wondering if I should ride out the market or cash out a chunk and purchase a rental property in Dallas. Is there anyone who has been in a similar situation and would like to share their insight?

I have been approved for 6.99% refinance on my 10% used car loan. I owe 4 more years on the loan. I’m too lazy to refinance but obviously I should. How stupid would I be to not refinance? Also, I’m too overwhelmed with work and life in general. Just don’t have the energy.

Should I reconsider delay in leaving my firm if I’m about to hit the x amount of years I need to be here before pension vesting period is 100%? Anyone else regret leaving their firm before they were 100% vested?

Recently moved from India to US. I have MF investments through an online brokerage firm Finzipp in India. Being in US, i am not supposed to be holding any MF investments in India. How did others manage in similar cases. Did you sell off all your investments?

How old were you when you made $125k? Am I behind at 32 or do Accounts take longer to climb the financial ladder compared to other departments?

I don't want to ask the Mck recruiter more questions. Can someone explain the differences in the Profit Sharing Retirement Plan and the Money Purchase Pension Plan? Does Mck contribute to both?

Can anyone please let me know,if someone is joining lti soon and hold a stock of l&t or lti is that ok with the firm..or do we have to sell that off or sign any disclosure agreement with the firm? Any leads or opinion on this are appreciated 👍

How much do you currently save every month?

How much are you aiming to save by 25,30,35 and 40?

Thank you for your responses!

Can anyone throw some light avout new internet bills reimbursement added in ssc portal flexi options? Is it just for tax saving or can we also reimbursed interent expenses for upto 500rs ! Also are bill submission required for these?

Also if someone can guide best flexi declaration component that can be utilized for tax saving?

Who would’ve thought being a realtor was so hard? Not to diminish anyone’s work, but I always assumed it was easier.

K-1 vs W-2. Are there any tax advantages partners get for filing k-1? I'm curious what the net impact is % wise to gross pay and whether or not it's consistent with standard w-2 pay

Want to invest in Gold Bonds. Which ones are steady ? Have a E*TRADE account.

I’m looking to purchase land and building. I’ve built up quite a bit of equity to roll over. In addition, both of my parents are retired and getting older. The house they live in is my childhood home which has been paid off.

If we both sold, do you know of any ways to pool our assets for something like building a main + guest home while minimizing any tax exposure/implications such as gifting?

My income was last year $450k and this year prob $400k all in. 34 and no family. Would you consider getting a home for $1.3 mil? Tax abated so monthly fee will be about $6k. I want to get a 2 bed in case I have a family in the future, but not sure if I’m stretching myself thin, although the numbers seem to make sense.

Will appreciate your opinions. Family of 5, kids are in elementary school. HHI 210k, one income, one spouse doesn’t work. Do you think that buying a 690k house in such situation is a stretch? Second spouse is not employed and not clear whether will be employed (for various reasons). Not big NW, around 400k overall, no debt. The house is in a stagnant market (no real growth for the last 10-16 years) with high property taxes (this particular house has 21k tax) and taxes are likely to increase.

Anyone here work in Israel ? Planning to make Aliyah in the upcoming year

How much should I aim to pay in monthly rent with 140k base, 15k bonus, and no debt for a studio / 1 bedroom?

Hi All, I came across a Cloud Security role in SAP Labs and would like to apply for the same. Please let me know if someone is available to refer me for this role. Thanks in advance.

Hey Fishes, how long does it take for UST Hr to revert for the feedback after 1st round of interview?

Hi everyone, I have currently been laid off and wanted to take this time to think about what career I want. For the history of my career, I've been a warehouse manager for HVAC companies but have been considering changing my career to becoming a logistics analyst. How do I pivot my career path?

Who all is down to alt travel to some sick resorts this coming winter using one of the passes. I want to hit Big Sky, Jackson Hole, Banff

After 7 years of this business I simplified everything. 2 jeans, 2 trousers, 4 suits (2/week on road).....alternating the suit pairs each week. Everything in navy, charcoal, and white shirts. I use accessories for any vibrancy. And gym clothes. But I love everything being easy when I'm always on the road.

Makes packing a dream because everything always works.

What % do you guys charge a partner to advertise on social using your handle/ad account? Is a 100% markup fee plus an "agency" like fee for maintenance of 15% too aggressive?

How do I manage working with a small team of teachers that are all best friends? I work in a community that is very "born here, die here" and I'm the outsider!

What is your company doing to promote gender equality?

Not passionate about my job whatsoever. Just staying in it because I’m decent at it and the things I am passionate about unfortunately don’t pay a decent salary ☹️ Feeling a little trapped right now.

Has anyone in the national firms moved from an SEC focused audit manager role to your standards and professional practice group?

What was your experience like in the transition? How are your hours, and compensation?

Thanks in advance!

Hi fishes,

How is Venturiq interms of growth learning and wlb ?

Hello Fishes, I have a Job offer from Cisco and Verizon(VDSI).

Cisco CTC - 16.2LPA , Fixed - 15.1LPA - Cisco TAC role.

Verizon data services llc - CTC 18LPA , Fixed - 16.1LPA

YOE - 6.5 Years
CCTC - 7.2 LPA
Tech - Networking and Security

Conflicted between both as I believe Cisco has a better brand value and great company to work for. But the offer from Verizon is competitive.

Is it a good idea to renegotiate with Cisco based on current offer from Verizon. Please share your thoughts.

Any recommendations for a travel bag? The reviews and star ratings I’ve read are all pretty much the same.

Not normally something I have considered but would you all recommend getting travel insurance for an international trip? Got a trip to Belize next week and considering if I should get travel insurance. If so any thoughts on the “patriot platinum international” coverage?

Anyone one here willing or looking to hire a new grad for tech sales or tech consultant or similar roles?

Anyone who joined from industry and went back to it? Is so, were you able to jump levels when you returned back and what factors helped you ?
Thanks !

Hi Fishes,


Anyone working in Applied Materials India?

Need a referral for Program Manager position
Have 4 years experience in the same semiconductor manufacturing industry.

Hello, I'm hearing product management is the space to be if you want to see a considerable bump in pay. What is the path forward to reach that role? I have experience as a project manager, scrum master, and BA and I was hoping these combined could land me a product manager role, but it seems like companies require extensive prior experience as a product manager already - so, what is the best way to get my foot into that role?

What can I expect in PhonePe BA(Analyst) first round?

Is the DC DMV finally open? 👀

Any success stories of finding COVID vaccination appointments in Maryland? Struggling to find availability to schedule COVID vaccines for my 65+ parents

I need to make a quick decision- need to sign the lease today. I make about $5400/month net. I found a 1 bedroom in the city for 1800+200 for parking. All housing expenses considered, I’d be spending 43% of my monthly take home on living expenses. Is this dumb?

How are yall preparing for the 2026 World Cup?

Any recommendations on places for dinner for a group of 8-10 near the capitol Hilton on h street? Nothing crazy, decent price but good vibes and good food

need an eye exam and order new contacts, a good place to go in DC metro accessible?

New to DC and consulting. Have to file taxes in several states. Would love recommendations for tax prep companies and/or accountants in the NW DC area. Thank you in advance 😊

Anyone had luck in getting an iPad battery replaced locally? I love my older pro but the battery needs replacement and Zagg won’t touch it.

Any recommendations for sites/platforms to find furnished short term rentals? I’m open to many locations for my SO+me, and it’d just be for a month.
Alternatively, has anyone used Blueground/Sonder/Zeus/Landing/etc and can provide a review?

Best place to buy cute tiny succulents/ house plants in the DMV area? Live in Nova, but can drive to dc/ MD. Looking for reasonably priced stuff, nothing exorbitant. I’d love to support a small business rather than buy at Home Depot etc. I know of plants Alive in MD and have bought some stuff there, I’m looking for more options.

Does anyone know of an organization in DC working to abolish single family zoning requirements and parking minimums? I just came back from Minneapolis and it's insane how much they are planning to build with the recent change to their zoning and parking requirements. We desperately need that here.

What do you guys think about Richmond? Thinking of moving there from DC

Where in dc is fun to go out on a Wednesday or Thursday? My team travels in and I’m never sure!