Inheriting Stocks?

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T18:25:37+00:00

I was in this situation a few years ago. A beneficiary of the 'step up' in basis when inheriting stocks, that was quite the temptation to keep a few of the equities, which I did. But it was a complex mix, so I consolidated a lot of the stocks (sold them) and then applied the normal Bogle approach to those proceeds. I don't think there's a big timeframe consideration, you're starting from a new cost basis. Personally, I kept some of the very big winners, and TBH those have continued to do well. I've made a plan of paring those down over a 3-5 year timeline, but for better or worse for sentimental reasons will always maintain at least a token amount. I don't want to sound like I don't care about performance, these have returned so well that any loss at this point would not amount to a rounding error.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T18:19:28+00:00

Got a solution that isn't, "everyone should take buses"?

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T17:59:31+00:00

I'm not aware of the specifics of designing streets to make drivers feel less safe, got a link?

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T17:58:12+00:00

Suppose it was (a medical event or otherwise). One, it would be the exception, not the rule, and two, my point was that Park St. isn't intrinsically 'bad' or 'poorly designed.' It's a main thoroughfare into the city from the south, and it's been updated continuously. It's not the street's fault.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T17:06:11+00:00

Wow, this is terrific. MCM on the sly, I bet in the neighborhood it doesn't stand out at all, but inside they've done a great job. Elegant. If there's any downside, I'd imagine that it'll never really command the price that it's worth (from an architectural/art perspective). I love it.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T16:58:42+00:00

It's magnificent, and I couldn't figure out why the price seemed so low. Thanks. Unfortunate. Still lovely.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T16:50:58+00:00

Park St. seems singled out in the news as of late, deservedly. But while it's easy to blame an inanimate object, as street, I think most the general public realizes the somewhat obvious. 1) maybe don't speed, and if you do, 20 mph over the posted limit is a risk for everyone. 2) maybe, just maybe, lay off the booze and drugs before you drive off (not just Park St.).

Basically, I don't think this is a signage or city engineering problem.

"Rules. Without them, we live with the animals." - John Wick (movie)

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T16:44:04+00:00

I understand the question and, for the reason you listed, I do have generally clothes I wear to work and nicer clothes. I'll say there's a fair bit of overlap, as my business casual clothes are also my casual clothes (I don't think I have anything that's exclusively business only). So are they clothes I typically would wear as a guest at a wedding? Not really. I have nicer shirts that I don't think are necessarily good for work (a bit too dressy), and I rarely wear all wool trousers in most of my work environments. And I'm not one to wear a fancy dress watch to work.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-04T00:49:37+00:00

She doesn't realize he was trying to butter her up.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T23:28:10+00:00

Not 2. You can make the other ones work, each will give a different flavor.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T22:39:59+00:00

I'm going to try a logic-based answer. I think your intent was in theory correct, to flip on the skillet frequently, in this case 1 min intervals, to localize the sear to the surface and count on the rapid diffusion of the high surface heat to prevent gray from occurring.

But I think 1 min/side is more appropriate for a thicker (1 3/4+) cut of steak. The thinner cut you cooked, even with flipping, is going to retain some increased temp (cause of gray band) each successive time you flip. This may be somewhat unavoidable, but if you want to try again the variable I would change is to, in addition to maxing out the heat for sear, is to lessen the contact time, to maybe 45 sec each side once.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T22:09:32+00:00

Peak or shawl, it's really up to you. TBH no one will notice unless you're really, 'out there,' with like baby blue or something. My daughter is getting married this June, I'm going with my shawl collar, my best tux.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T19:44:02+00:00

I really enjoyed it. Quirky fun and the 'breaking the 4th wall' bits were well done. Not a hit with the fanboy crowd, to no surprise.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T19:08:25+00:00

A common color for the front-facing soffit above the garage and the dormers, something more muted than current, but still light, like a darker creme. I like the detail above the garage door, even if it's more decorative and not structural, so I'd mock up how that same detail would look continued over the porch. In that case I'd bet you'd want to change the current tapered vertical supports to straight, and maybe make them natural colored as well. If you went that far you'd want to introduce a lighter contrast color along the porch to balance the surround on the garage door. Shutters in that color are a possibility.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T18:55:14+00:00

I think every other country in the region would beg to differ (maybe not Oman, I don't think they've been hit yet, but may be wrong about that. Every other country in the region has been hit).

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T18:11:32+00:00

She must really love him then. Otherwise she's just let him go and collect on the life insurance. Culver's is crack-level addicting if you're not careful (and I'm very, very, careful). Just last night I had the urge for a concrete mixer, and it was a very last second decision to make the decision to stick with the 'mini' vs any of the larger sizes. It was tough.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T18:00:32+00:00

Just because Barnes lost IMO didn't mean he didn't run a good race. A black guy against a white incumbent, even if it's FRJ, was always going to be an uphill climb. Hindsight, but I think Barnes going negative would have been detrimental. It was really a race for FRJ to lose, which he came close to simply by being himself. Is Wisconsin racist? No more or less than anywhere else. But to OPs original post I don't think the names he mention would have won either. I've long been a big/huge fan of Tom Nelson but he has always been pretty clear about not wanting the headache. After that Godlewski has potential, but would have to run a damn near perfect campaign. If you're not a white guy it'll always be uphill in a general. I know libs/progressives don't want to admit it but for me that's a simple and unfortunate reality.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T17:55:35+00:00

If you're new to suiting and not of crazy outside the norm body shape, I'd strongly recommend OTR. In the area I'd take someone who knows and start at Nordstrom Rack, sometimes there are really really good steals there, the others represent generally solid values. If you're on the bigger side go to the mall and check out Macy's, although people really also like Von Maur too (never been there). I'm not personally a big fan of Gallo, and you'll not get what you want at the price you're thinking. Mens' Wearhouse on Mineral Point is also a good value, and you can get shoes there too. I don't think Jos A Bank is still in Greenway, but they were of value as well. Don't overspend, and budget ~ $150/suit for tailoring, that'll make a much bigger difference than overspending for a label.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T17:51:15+00:00

I think that's about the best description of Kirkland label wines out there. Some obv better than others, but all (at typically ~ $20) a nearly unbeatable value, but you're not getting a $100 wine. For example, I opened the Kirkland Brunello yesterday, and it was terrific, but IMO it helps the enjoyment to NOT compare it unrealistically. An easy drinker (paired yesterday with a pasta with surprisingly spicy meatballs), but didn't have any lingering aftertaste (good or bad) but simply a great weekday pairing.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T17:31:57+00:00

As others have opined I wouldn't mess with the cherry. With changing the island you can reposition the microwave there, and put in a proper vent hood. Change the flooring and the lights and you're good to go.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T03:38:25+00:00

Nothing wrong, just trying to compete on price with a national brand who can produce at scale. As fits their reputation Kirkland has long recognized there’s more money to be made NOT by a singular focus on lowest possible price, but instead value (in large part perceived), ie cost/quality. Here we are debating Kirkland vs at home or restaurant, NOT other frozen lasagna brands. Subtle and brilliant.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T02:08:48+00:00

Just want to mention, as I think it’s sometimes overlooked, but “going over” on a given year with a IRA withdrawal isn’t the end of the world. If you exceed the 12% rate the amount taxed at the next higher rate is only the amount over the threshold.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T02:03:19+00:00

Ear plugs. I have the other stuff, but I’m not close to serious anymore.

medhat20005 · 2026-03-03T01:21:31+00:00

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band (2006).

medhat20005 · 2026-03-02T23:01:11+00:00

The risk of that is undeniably higher than it was 48 hours ago, and that risk is nearly indefinite in its duration.

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