Which companies provides reasonable car insurance for Houston?
Progressive seems a bit expensive.

Looking to buy a vacation home on the west coast not in a major city. West coast so it doesn’t take too long to get there. Could consider other areas, but don’t want to spend too much time traveling there. Budget is under $700k for 3 bedroom, at least 2k sqft. Any ideas?

When in your pregnancy did you (1) purchase life insurance and (2) have a will drawn up?

Is money the biggest motivator?

Hi, I'm new to Dallas. Have been eyeing on rental investment in Dallas. Looking into Zillow, properties in Arlington seem to have good appreciation. Is it good idea to invest in Arlington? What other areas in Dallas can I consider (checked Carrollton, Plano, Coppell, Addison).
Thank you.

Question for anyone who may be able to answer.

We are looking to file something like an injunction injunction to stop a property sale. The property is owned by a sister and brother. Brother is deceased so it passed down to his children. The heirs bad no idea the aunt is trying to sell. Can we file some type of injunction?

People worrying today should read books on trading psychology! Not being patronizing- it will help you in the future, not just for investments but for doing better in life!

How many of you max out all tax-advantaged space, i.e. 401K, Roth, and HSA, and is it doable to live on what's left?

When do you predict the dip? I've been waiting for so long, but don't want to buy now. VTI seems inflated.

Can I use my United mileage plus explorer card to pay for my wife global entry fees ?

How can I lower my taxes? I feel like I pay a LOT (30%+) but don’t get many benefits in return.
Single with no kids

Hi all - any advice for a first time real estate investor looking to make their first purchase at the end of 2021.

I plan on saving $50K, for a $350-400K property in the Long Island, NY area for my first property. Does this sound reasonable? And does anyone have any experience & advice investing in the LI area?

Id like to rent it out for some positive cash flow that I can then start using to save for my 2nd property (sounds easy when I type it).

Thanks all for your input - stay safe!

Happy Holidays fishes!! I would love to hear some thoughts here..We bought our first home last year for 316K ( starter home) in MCOL city. The value is now over 400K and I have an equity of over 150K. We are thinking of moving to a different state.Should we rent this place ($2400/month) and with recent refinance my mortgage will be $1600/month(inclu pay all) or sell it to pull out equity for the new home in a different state? FYI: we have over 100K in cash to down payment.

What's a fair share of taxes? In my view, ideally 0. But curious to hear what people here think.

Folks that got a prenup. How and where did you get it? We have spoken to a couple of lawyers and it simply seems to be a back and forth they want to do to rack up billable hours/complicate the issue. My SO and I pretty much know what we want. We are doing it mainly to protect my SOs inheritance. Looking for the simplest way to execute this. TIA for any advice.

Was there ever a time you wanted to give up being a real estate agent?

Do you charge a flat fee for representing a buyer in a straightforward purchase and sale of one property? What’s ballpark legal fee — from LOI to PSA to diligence to closing? Assume pretty clean title, maybe one CC&R.

Phone and Internet bills reimbursement claim in Grey HR. With this claim are we getting Income tax exemption or reimbursement of cost. Can someone clarify it.

What do you think is a reasonable total fee for a prenuptial agreement where both parties have significant assets and there is some negotiation? What about for a dissolution with a complex asset situation and children? I had a prenup a few weeks ago that came out to $7,000 and another about $5500, and I didn’t overbill, but I am willing to write some off if that seems excessive or I am just slow. There were several negotiations on the higher priced one. (Continued…)

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!

Anyone start later in life? About to turn 32 and my retirement savings are sad.

Can I sue a company for posting my address on social media (cont’d)

Just got back from Ford vs. Ferrari. While it probably won’t be winning any awards, it’s easily the most fun movie I’ve watched in a long while. Highly recommend!

How does one go about resignation in the remote setting?

Should i email my boss then follow up with a call? Or the other way around?

The "confrontation" is really difficult for me lol. I actually like my current boss and she's been helpful and made me feel like she looks out for me too. But the new opportunity is too good to pass up on (huge increase to pay. No concerns on the team since ive worked with those people in the past in a different company)

At Mindtree, I had only 1 technical round and submitted google form then I had ctc discussion with HR and she said that she is sending for approval.
How long it takes to get ctc approved and also will there be managerial round as well?

Looking for a good recruiter in central to puppet Florida...anyone have any one that they can recommend?

Has anyone taken the CIPP/US exam online/remotely? Also how many times did y’all reschedule before actually taking it…I felt like I kept putting the registration off, so I finally scheduled it for this weekend—that won’t be happening.

I just got a FAANG offer with 290k TC (8 YOE), so I am trying to rent out my place as I need to relocate, but I am not able to find someone to cover my full rent and I am depressed because I am so not investment savvy and I can NEVER EVER accept losing money in ANY SITUATION. Am I being insane?

I recently left the gov’t for private practice with a M&A group. How does everyone bill when you are thinking about how to structure it and what docs need to get drafted? I’m learning that billing is an art so any canned language would be great!

Hey fishes, a close friend is a current MBA candidate with a legal background aiming to break into consulting in Paris, and looking for referrals at different strategy houses - please DM if you'd be able to!

Fishbowl does not let students have accounts so helping her out!

Merci beaucoup

Generally how long are on sites? Are they all on one day’s block? The entire 4 hours?

The most interesting research topic you've come across....?

Will GYMPASS be an additional benefit on top of the $500 EY wellness benefit? What is it?

Anyone working in global pricing & market access (P&MA) consulting? New to the field and conscious which firms are top in their game

How do your hrbp team members divvy work? Which functions are centrally handled?

Any Australian based Demandware experts looking for jobs?

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

Is crime in Houston as bad as people say it is? I feel like I've been hearing about how awful the city is getting to be non-stop, but I just don't see it.

Anyone plays pickleball/spikeball around downtown or Washington / memorial park area? Recently played these 2 sports and they are hella fun and want to play more! Up for Tennis too!

Just bought a house here. Is it necessary to have a sprinkler system installed in Houston? From the DC area where no one really uses them and it seems to rain just as much here.

Anyone looking for a workout partner in Houston?

Are there any affordable batting cages south of Houston that I can take my son to?

Anyone knowledgeable of any car lease deals/incentives in houston for year end?

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

Hi! My friend found a stray dog that gave birth to puppies. They need help with finding a living space for the dogs. Anyone who can foster, plz dm me. Also, please share any advice or sheltors/ fosters. Thank you

Any good apartments in the heights, montrose, midtown, river oaks, rice village, tangle wood, memorial park area anyone recommends? My current lease is ending soon

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

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.

Any ideas for a 40th bday venue? Dinner with a good vibe and lounge after? Did MaD last year for him and they had a semi private but still very much in the mix for 15 people. I honestly can’t think of what to do but he’s bougieAF. Steak48 is an option. Looking for any other cool things you’ve hosted or attended lately?

**HAPPY HOUR**

I'm in the back of Kirbys Ice House (River Oaks location) at a table with 2 couches.

You'll see the Fishbowl balloons.

Do you wear cowgirl or cowboy boots?

Anyone from Deloitte in Houston have issues with their cell phone in the office? The place is like a giant intermittent faraday cage…