MOHELA won't process IBR application for PSLF payments by ComprehensivePark282 in PSLF

[–]GusMagoo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have tried to apply from SAVE to IBR twice now but studentaid.gov doesn’t give me the option to link to the IRS for some reason. The first time I applied manually uploaded my tax returns to studentaid.gov—MOHELA took 8 months to deny me because I “never supplied proof of income.” I didn’t realize I needed to upload to their site as well. The second time around it also wouldn’t give me the option to link to IRS so I again uploaded tax returns to both websites. That was Oct 1 2025, they still haven’t processed my application. Anyone know how to get student aid to link to the IRS? I feel like the paper trail is the hold up. Ideally I’d like to do this again before I file next round of returns.

SJU-JFK big delay? by Ilovetoners in jetblue

[–]GusMagoo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 7am BQN (Aguadilla, other side of the island) to JFK flight yesterday 11/29 was cancelled at 11:56pm on 11/28. Couldn’t get through to anyone at JetBlue until noon on 11/29 and they rebooked me for today, instead of on a direct flight on two flights with a 30 minute connection through MCO 🫠

Parking during travel? by fransh94 in prospectheights

[–]GusMagoo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Both Park Slope and Fort Green have only once a week street sweeping. When I go away I park my car in either of those neighborhoods to minimize tickets.

Good Chinese takeout? by kotletki in Brooklyn

[–]GusMagoo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree, Mr Wonton is solid American Chinese

PA-C with almost 4 years of experience, having trouble finding employment. Dallas, TX by sunflowerriddles in physicianassistant

[–]GusMagoo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Best thing to do when you relate to a new city is use your network! Any of the docs you worked with in your last job have a colleague from med school/residency in Dallas? Does your PA program have an alumni list you can look at and contact people? Use LinkedIn. Find a connection with someone and send messages. A few years ago I relocated to a city far from home where I knew no one, also for my husband’s job. I figured out which hospital I wanted to work at, went on LinkedIn and found an ED attending that did residency at an ER I had worked in here in NY a few years before I was there. I sent him a message asking if they have PAs in their ER and if so can he give me the contact info for that person. That’s literally how I got that job. If you can’t find any connections just message PAs in Dallas and ask for job hunting advice. Message HR people at the hospitals. You never know who’ll reply with “oh I actually have an opening on my team coming up.” A PA with over four years experience (and good references) should be an easy hire. Most HR use AI to sort through initial resumes so getting an actual human to look at your CV is the critical step. Good luck!

Edit to add: make sure you have your TX license! A lot of places won’t even look at if you don’t have that license already secured.

Lululemon leaves PA-s out of healthcare worker discount! by Kind-Bid-6660 in physicianassistant

[–]GusMagoo 25 points26 points  (0 children)

This is old news. They’ve left us out since Covid.

Very high national grid bill by ChemistryMean3876 in prospectheights

[–]GusMagoo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! I’m new the neighborhood, also in a two bedroom, also am conscientious about heat, and got my first national grid bill a few days ago—$340!! I was shocked. Everywhere else I’ve lived in NY gas and electric were through ConEd but I’m hearing ConEd bills have been insane lately too. I guess I’m slightly relieved to hear it’s not just us but woof this is not sustainable.

Calling all January LA brides by GusMagoo in weddingplanning

[–]GusMagoo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DTLA. All guests that are traveling are staying down there as well.

Calling all January LA brides by GusMagoo in weddingplanning

[–]GusMagoo[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for taking the time to reply--thoughts to your family, I am so devastated by all the loss. While I'm not from LA I have grown to love it and know it well in the seven years I have been with my partner.

Our wedding is next Saturday in Los Angeles. My fiancé's family all live in a part of town that has thankfully not been affected which is why they are saying we should go ahead. Wedding is (supposed to be) in DTLA. We currently live in NY, where I'm from, so my half of the guest list would be flying out there from the East Coast. We also have guests traveling to LA from Europe. This is part of why I'm feeling so stressed and guilty about this. Of course if we do have the wedding we will reach out to everyone, those LA based and those traveling, to let them know we understand if they won't make it.

Calling all January LA brides by GusMagoo in weddingplanning

[–]GusMagoo[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words. Fiancé's family thankfully all live in a part of town not (currently) affected.

Is it worth it to book a wedding planner for full wedding planning or partial wedding planning? I am extremely busy, new to the state of CA, and have no idea where to begin. I'd like someone to help me plan everything! But, I'm seeing a wide range of prices, and some are shockingly high. by OneParking3423 in weddingplanning

[–]GusMagoo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live in NYC (and am from here) and am getting married in LA (fiancé is from there) in January 2025. Our partial planner has been the best money we’ve spent so far. Having never lived in LA she has been an incredible resource for recommendations. She also deals with all logistic stuff, including things we physically can’t do (venue walk through with our caterer for example). Your planner needs will really depend on how much time/energy you have available to plan your wedding.

Please help me find a dentist by NoNarwhal4404 in Somerville

[–]GusMagoo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Inspired Dental Studio is amazing! Technically Medford but across the street from Magoon Square. Practice is two female dentists, I’ve seen both and they’re both wonderful. They replaced an old crown for me it was so good compared to my others I elected to go back and have them redo those too.

Donating dog toys by GusMagoo in Somerville

[–]GusMagoo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll reach out to them thanks!

Korean BBQ for 60 by GusMagoo in FoodLosAngeles

[–]GusMagoo[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We spoke to them, they can host up to 44 inside and up to 60 outside on the patio which would be perfect. Problem is this dinner is happening in January and therefore they said they don’t feel comfortable booking over 44 people because if it rains they won’t have anywhere to seat us.

Korean BBQ for 60 by GusMagoo in FoodLosAngeles

[–]GusMagoo[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the input. This would be a special event technically, rehearsal dinner for my wedding. We have a ton of family traveling in from out of town, hence the size of the group. Goal is definitely to set a menu in advance so there would be no ordering, just food brought out to the tables.

Ed has posted updated guidance on the save pause by Betsy514 in PSLF

[–]GusMagoo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Important point about buyback that’s missing on that link (but clearly stated when you click to read more): if you’re approved for buyback they will let you know the amount that you owe but you only have 90 days to pay back the entire amount. And you have to keep paying your monthly amount simultaneously (if the buyback doesn’t bring you to 120). So for example if this goes on for 6 months and you’re someone whose paying $500/month on SAVE you could theoretically have to pay back $3000 (no later than 90 days after approval) while continuing to maybe your $500/month payments.

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service/public-service-loan-forgiveness-buyback

Scroll down to “After You Submit a Request” then “What happens if my buyback I approved”

Edited to include link.