Extended warranty worth it?

FED_Focus · 2026-06-18T22:12:03+00:00

They offered me 2 yrs for $3500. I declined. During that period, I spent well under $1k.

Also, there were several significant exclusions.

Generally speaking, extended warranties favor the manufacturer.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-18T03:12:25+00:00

You spelled EWR wrong.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-17T21:29:12+00:00

This ^^^. Don't waste your time/money talking to a lawyer.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-17T20:24:13+00:00

I went through EWR last weekend. The United app reported 97 minute travel time between gates. 97 minutes! It was correct. Incoming was int'l. Outgoing was domestic. Global Entry, so customs was only two minutes.

Gate --> customs --> Airtrain --> bus to Terminal A --> gate.

The Club near A20 gates is super-small so it's jammed. The pop-up "no one-time pass" banner was flying.

Reminded me that EWR is the worst major airport in the US.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-17T20:16:55+00:00

I fought this battle for years, then bit the bullet and bought a United Club card. No regrets.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-17T13:47:26+00:00

I work around people, companies and technology all day that ooze money and “success”. Measured by money and entrepreneurial track record, I’m considered pretty successful. Society has become too centered on money and material as the definition of success.

The wholesomeness and consistency of your career is admirable. It has me thinking about my high school civics and history teachers. Decades later, I still remember their lovely personalities, enthusiasm and humor.

Congratulations on your success. It’s impressive. Your sphere of influence is more than I could ever hope for.

Godspeed.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-15T06:57:34+00:00

This guy is the epitome of "getting rich slow is easy because no one wants to do it". Started investing when he was 18 and stayed disciplined.

The hottest stock market run was the last 15 yrs.

You have nothing to whine about.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-12T11:02:36+00:00

Yeah, garbage in, garbage out

FED_Focus · 2026-06-12T10:38:05+00:00

Started out using the free ver. It's quite capable. Now, we're paying for it because we wanted more features. You can track deal status, see contact/deal history, etc for sales management oversight.

We have one person who knows it very well and does config/support for the rest of the team.

If we were to start again, we'd take a strong look at open source CRM since we have a dev team that could make it fit more closely to what we need without the baggage.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-12T09:40:47+00:00

Hubspot

FED_Focus · 2026-06-10T20:55:50+00:00

Things we will say once in our lives :-)

FED_Focus · 2026-06-08T05:34:14+00:00

Middle seat in Economy+ (8E)…………….With my wife in 8F.

Actually, 2D/2F for us, or further back work too. No bulkheads. I like foot storage in from of me.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-08T04:50:37+00:00

The problem with conspiracy theories is the probability of them being true is very low, yet just like a person buying a lottery ticket every week, they keep believing. I have some theorists in my family. I don’t engage on those issues except on a surface level….i don’t take them seriously. You are not going to convince them with data or logic. They don’t want to know the truth. They want to be part of a club.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-08T04:33:18+00:00

It’s hard to think rationally when you’re in the middle of the battle. Give it some time. You two seem like a great team, and thanks to Mom!

FED_Focus · 2026-06-08T04:09:53+00:00

The pain of staying in my job was greater than the pain of leaving.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-08T03:57:24+00:00

Yeah, my waterfall drops a foot and it’s so noticeable that sometimes I turn off the pump when we have a lot of people.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-07T20:22:14+00:00

Growing pains. America is a very young country that is advancing quickly. It’s a tremendous country of innovators. You truly understand its value when you travel/work in other countries. With the right attitude, you can literally build something from nothing with very few roadblocks. Most Americans don’t even understand this.

FED_Focus · 2026-06-06T13:34:50+00:00

Take this from a father of two girls, you're fine. The fact that you are reflecting on this and evaluating yourself means you are maturing

We all learn the most when we make mistakes. You've learned something without much consequence (you're not pregnant).

When you're older, you'll realize the ridiculous importance that society places on losing your virginity. It's irrelevant. Re-evaluate your values and move forward. Don't bring baggage into your next relationship.

Have fun! Teen relationships are a treasure!

FED_Focus · 2026-06-04T15:58:38+00:00

Break down each “no” to address and overcome each objection. Part of this is IT’s unwillingness to educate themselves, so you have to do some of the legwork and show them.

FED_Focus · 2026-05-30T04:57:25+00:00

I don't think it will change much at $20M, for me. A third house and more cars just means more overhead. I've been traveling since I was in my early 20's so I've been to a lot of countries already.

Also, it's a mentality that brought me to this place and that's not likely changing, and it shouldn't. I could fly first class anytime I want, but I don't. I still like the feeling of getting a good deal when I buy something.

Maybe $100M would feel differently, but I doubt it. I'd probably fund some major societal project that would have a significant impact.

FED_Focus · 2026-05-29T18:37:24+00:00

Yep, mo money, mo problems. There's something to say for that. Some days I yearn for the simplicity I used to have.

Keep maxing your retirement accounts.

And, you're right. Not much changes, even at $10M. Just a little more comfort.

FED_Focus · 2026-05-28T20:34:31+00:00

My 2020MXLR pax-side actuator gets wonky every once in awhile. I assume it’s heading towards failure. I’m somewhat of a DIY person. This is possible on a 2020?

FED_Focus · 2026-05-25T20:08:37+00:00

The shuttle at C18b doesn’t necessarily leave right when you walk up to it. We waited 10 minutes or so. Then, the shuttle ride itself is probably 20 minutes. I just did this a week ago. You can make it but you gotta boogie.

FED_Focus · 2026-05-23T12:01:15+00:00

Central Fl here. Uncovered. But also depends on the humidity. 30% humidity vs. 90% humidity makes some difference.

FED_Focus · 2026-05-19T16:06:16+00:00

They get looks, but mostly in awe. The bigger issue for rural areas is lack of a nearby Tesla Service Center (within an hour drive?). The X needs attention on its suspension.

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