Personal Investments • I sold a fund at a loss May 7 when is the 30 days over...
Just double checking. Was it June 6?Statistics: Posted by iamblessed — Sat Jun 08, 2024 11:17 am — Replies 1 — Views 276
View ArticleInvesting - Theory, News & General • Stocks for the Long Run? Setting the...
Our Dr. McQ has this to say about the matter:I summarized the new historical findings in my paper’s title: “Stocks for the Long Run? Sometimes Yes, Sometimes No.”In this concluding post, I will...
View ArticlePersonal Consumer Issues • Feeling unmoored by inflation
Over the years I have built a life for myself by being cost conscious around certain things. My primary reason for doing this has been economic safety. The anchors of this approach have been living...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • rolling over CD in this investment climate
This is a $50,000 CD. Goal is to keep it safely invested for the next year at a maximum rate. Probably no need to invade it.If 1-year rates remain about 4.5% at maturity, would it be better to put it...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • qualifying co-signer for home loan
Wondering what a lender will accept to establish credit for co-signing a home loan.Wages income, obviously, but what about paid-off assets like home, cars, etc., investment accounts, IRAs, cash...
View ArticlePersonal Finance (Not Investing) • Overestimating a 1099-INT form on your tax...
Let's say you don't know the correct exact amount on a 1099-INT form (for whatever reason).Is it OK to overestimate it to avoid underpaying your taxes?This is assuming it is not something huge, say...
View ArticlePersonal Consumer Issues • Replacing tankless water heater with tanked heat...
We have been in the process of slowly electrifying our house, but decided to speed it up due to a number of very big city/county/state/fed tax rebates to switch to electric appliances. We have a...
View ArticlePersonal Consumer Issues • Irrigation Service Bill
We have an irrigation sprinkler system that was installed over 10 years ago. The company no longer exists, the owner died. This spring i contracted with landscaper to turn off the system in the fall...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • Alternatives to retain Roth eligibility with...
40-year-old, recently married. Wife and I both got laid off simultaneously and are both on track for salary bumps in our new roles, so good problem to have. This will be our first year filing jointly,...
View ArticleInvesting - Theory, News & General • [Which Fidelity International equity...
Would appreciate input and opinions on *which* international index fund to hold.I prefer that we don't debate whether to hold an international allocation or not, as those threads are quite well...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • Best International Fund in Taxable
I feel like this topic has been repeated over and over, but can anyone give me opinions on which international fund is the most tax efficient to hold in a taxable account. I've read numerous...
View ArticlePersonal Consumer Issues • Mens Lululemon ABC pants and shorts? Which fabric?...
The ABC pants get great reviews, and they've been mentioned on here a few times. The fabric choices are confusing though. For anyone that has mens Lululemon pants/shorts, which is the best all-around...
View ArticlePersonal Consumer Issues • Need Help Unclogging a Drain
Need help unclogging a sink drain. This is a standard bathroom sink drain, not a toilet, shower, or garbage disposal. I already have the proper snake, power drill, and know how to use them. The only...
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Personal Consumer Issues • Vitamix 8oz discontinued bowl alternative
Hi,The Vitamix 20oz/8oz blending cup/bowl kit has been discontinued. It was compatible with the Ascent or Venturist Series.The 8oz was very useful for grinding spices, making dips, baby food. It was...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • Portfolio Review Request and Recommendation
Emergency Fund: YesDebt: 326k Mortgage at 3%. Tax filing: Married filing jointlyTax Rate: 24% Fed, 4.75% StateState of Residence: NCAge: 61Desired AA: 80%/20% Desired International: Somewhat agnostic,...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • direct indexing with vanguard or fidelity
Has anyone compared direct indexing between vanguard and fidelityI have my taxable account mainly with fidelity (and maintain a smaller account with vanguard). I will be funding a direct index above...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • Where to buy/sell physical Gold
I've inherited some gold coins that I'd like to sell. 1) Can anyone with experience tell me the type of place I should search for to sell them at the best price? 2) Also, is there a standard formula...
View ArticlePersonal Investments • Mechanics of Roth Conversion
This is my first year taking RMD. I do not need the money. I read the Bogleheads wiki on Roth Conversions, but was looking for some clarity.1) Am I allowed to convert the RMD withdrawn amount to a...
View ArticlePersonal Finance (Not Investing) • Any Subaru owners get the STARLINK...
The Stolen Vehicle Recovery Plus with Stolen Vehicle Immobilizer could be worth it.DavidStatistics: Posted by BeachPerson — Sun Jun 09, 2024 2:54 pm — Replies 4 — Views 402
View ArticlePersonal Finance (Not Investing) • Term Life Review
I'm in my early 30s with a baby on the way, and want to purchase term life insurance to provide for my spouse/child if I pass away. This is my first time purchasing life insurance, so I greatly...
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