What’s a normal rule of thumb for how much to spend on rent in a high COL area eg BOS, NYC, SF. Of course the percentage would be different if you’re making say 100k versus 300k

I see two crowds these days. One thinks housing market will crash. The other thinks housing market will soar.

The contrarian in me makes me think this is a decent indication that housing market will stagnate (or increase minimally) for a few years.

As a general rules, I feel like the majority cannot foresee a crash/surge coming. The prevalence of such expectations would hamper the pre-conditions necessary for such a dramatic change.

How do I classify my property for tax purposes if I received rental income for exactly 15 days this whole year? Primary?

Has anyone here ever gifted a stock? Do you know the process? (Especially on Robinhood or Fidelity)

MU & OCLR, stock bowl anyone?

Will states start imposing sales tax on NFTs?

Any guesses/predictions on when this housing market gridlock ending? Reasonable prices and reasonable mortgage rates? Umm like a 2017 or a 2018?

Anyone opted for NPS Employer contribution, is it good for tax saving? Is there any maximum limit to it? Does employer really pay it or deduct it from our CTC only?
Please help.

I make $101K base salary as a Consultant/Specialist at Accenture Federal in Washington, DC. My husband is a teacher making $55K. We’re getting by with our mortgage and regular student loan payments, but it’s not enough to do much else. We also want to start a family in a few years. What move could I make to hit $150K base? So many of you are making unbelievable amounts… I don’t know how to keep up.

Genuinely curious: How do you justify working in PR knowing that you won’t make $100k+ for 15-20 years? I’m 3 years into my career and I have regrets about choosing this field when I look at my financial timeline.

What are the best credit cards for travel points?

Does anyone know about the difference between PepsiCo GBS and India holdings?

Anybody here make significant weekly/monthly passive income off Covered Calls and/or selling puts? Looking for success/failure stories for those who have tried this!

Looking to buy a home in Dallas area. Which are the top areas with good hospitals and schools nearby?

Hi folks ,

Can you suggest some good residential society near Gachibowli ( 2BHK or 1 BHK ) ? How much should I keep the budget for a 2BHK in that area ?

Thanks in advance.

I read a contract from San Diego that had some very interesting language for Special Educators. Thinking about sending it to the Union to see.

What’s your tax strategy to minimize self employment taxes?

Anyone know average salaries for 3rd year associates at small firms in San Francisco that represent government agencies and non-profit affordable housing developers? The firm has 6 associates, 7 partners and 9 of Counsel.

Anyone have CPA recommendation in ATL - specifically need help handling RSUs for pre IPO company.

Best consulting exits for work life balance in SEA?

I’ve been helping the creatives deliver great work. But it seems like the creative leads aren’t trained in bringing planners in as an asset to achieve direction and strengthen ideas. What can i do?

So how many of you actually utilize the networking feature on here? Does anyone actually chat with others on here? Lol

US peeps, what are you doing for thanksgiving?

Sharks promoted from level 11 to level 10 ?
How is the hike ?

Switched from tech consulting into PE, but I’m struggling to catch up on the accounting & modeling mechanics. Any advice for how to get better? Just time and practice?

Chatter about a recession have anyone considering obtaining an additional job?

Does anyone have any insight on picking up a J2 while working for the US Federal Government? Does holding a high security clearance play a role in maintaining a J1&2; as in, will periodic clearance checks for J1 hit on J2?

How's the policy in the natwest in terms of return to office. How many days it is compulsory to visit office. Is there any work from home policy there?

Millennials - What will be the biggest social impact of Brexit on our generation?

Hi Energy fish, I’m currently an economic consultant working in Energy with 2.5 YOE. Would anyone in the energy industry be willing to critique my resume? It would be ideal if you had consulting experience too but I won’t be picky. It’s been hard for me to figure out how to get the nuances of the industry across without being too detailed. Please DM me!

How is Data services (DATA) BU at LTI? Getting designation for Senior Data Engineer.

Currently working as a process engineer in switzerland (south east). Salarys and Rent are Medium High. Current salary around 80k. Trying to switch to sales (same company). Had a talk with the teamleader. He talked about the job and told me that they were actually looking for a junior sales (and some product management responsibilities ). That they are looking for a junior isn't to bad, because i have no experience in sales (customer contact yes, but no sales) What salary can i expect?

Proposal to solve the national debt: televise the Trump-Mueller interview on pay-per-view.

Best consulting companies with exposure to the blockchain / digital assets space?

Tomorrow is my first day at my new job after being layoff... I enjoyed seen this post with stats so here is mine:)

2 months (pluss 2 weeks after accepting a offer, just waiting for paperwork etc)

273 application

10-20 recruiting condos (some pass on me, some I passed on because they were not fully remote, salary or long hiring process)

3 companies I when thrue the whole interviewing process

From the 3, 1 company just declined no feedback the other 2 send offer letters

170k base, tech.

Best books for learning tactical business management, strategy, and growth? Looking for more meaty than "Playing to Win" - willing to read good textbooks. Have read plenty of leadership dev books.

Just filled out a referral application for McKinsey. I feel I probably have less than a 2% chance of hearing back.. but you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take right?

Planning to do a PRM or FRM qual. How useful is it to move from Big 4 Risk and reg consulting to industry? Finding it hard to get anything other than non-PM roles

What are the best consulting firms for pricing (consumer goods focused)?

So I’m in industry from big 4, and a colleague with same yoe comes from MBB. High paying tech firm. I think I work harder and produce quality content at speed, but they can hold executive conversations that tend to impress senior stakeholders.

Big 4 produces work horses and MBB produces leaders. Also they could be a work horse too since I don’t have full visibility.

Anyone have similar experiences or do I just suck at executive stakeholder management?

Has Deloitte gotten laid off yet?

Thoughts on Prosci or SHRM-SCP certification? Which would be considered more valuable or highly regarded? Currently focused on Change Management but have a HR background (industry experience / area of study in college).

Project is starting on July 30, just found out the client requires background tests and drug screens, do they usually make you take it immediately or is there some time?

Anyone from Bain - referral for AP roles?

How does your firm measure utilization? I work for a small boutique that defines it as utilization = number of billable hours/2,080 and full bonus payout occurs at 80% plus.

Got laid off but found a job. Unfortunately I can’t start for like 2 months. Any ideas on jobs I could do in the meantime? Can’t drive so no Uber. Willing to do minimum wage, anything will help

May be this is off the topic..
One of my friend who is a doctor & is an international med graduate. He passed his United States Medical Licensing Exams with above average scores. He has applied fr the match last yr & was nt able to match. Match process costs around USD10k; this year he is applying again after borrowing funds frm different sources bt he is under tremendous pressure to get match. I feel his pain as he has studied for 10+ yrs and is struggling to match nw. I m nt sure hw I can help

So my SO got offered a role based in London, I’m new to the company and am wondering if anyone has negotiated a move across the pond within the firm

Is it a bad look to put in your notice after coming back from a maternity leave? Would it burn bridges or not a big deal?

Best thing to watch to bring in the new year? My family is drunk/exhausted and will def not make it past 11pm.

Is it too late to buy the FAANG stocks? Still feel that Amazon and Google are undervalued.

Does flu shot work? Have never had one. Consider getting it now I travel so frequently.