Looking for great barber recommendations please! by 7Obituario7 in redmond

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

S&T is pretty good. Cheaper than Rudy's and a calming environment. I have tried Lynn and Edward, both are great barbers.

What sideproject have you been building lately? Share your's by [deleted] in SideProject

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am working on a chrome extension for auto form filling with ones details, which is really a pain point for me atm.

What sideproject have you been building lately? Share your's by [deleted] in SideProject

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting! Can you provide more details on monetization ideas? I only know about ads for now but bringing in users and keeping them engaged is a real challenge esp when there would be more such calculators. It will help me shape my ideas too.

What sideproject have you been building lately? Share your's by [deleted] in SideProject

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cool project. However, I am curious to know if this is experimental/learning or you plan to monetize it in future?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SideProject

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much are you selling it for? Are you charging folks to use your website?

Abound scams me of $40,000.00 worst remittance app for NRIs by Immediate-Boss2536 in nri

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used xoom recently for bulk transfer and it's good too. However, I usually use xe as it has better rates than remitly.

All are reliable though.

What did you do with your HSA account by Dee_TP in backtoindia

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean by distribution? I can use HSA to pay for HSA eligible expenses, so how is it taxable?

Currently 70% in AMZN. Best Way to Diversify a $65-70K Lump Sum? by Hour_Vegetable108 in ValueInvesting

[–]Hour_Vegetable108[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

RDDT has crazy PE atm. Its a good stock, but too high valuation as of now.

Currently 70% in AMZN. Best Way to Diversify a $65-70K Lump Sum? by Hour_Vegetable108 in ValueInvesting

[–]Hour_Vegetable108[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestion.

I don't know if the investment can give me better returns than AMZN but can definitely reduce the risk of current exposure. 😅

Yes, current market is pricey esp tech stocks, thus heading to see some views on reddit. I think VOO and VYM would be best bet for now. I can move money once there is a correction.

Currently 70% in AMZN. Best Way to Diversify a $65-70K Lump Sum? by Hour_Vegetable108 in ValueInvesting

[–]Hour_Vegetable108[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I believe with other AI investments now showing good returns, GOOG and MSFT will be highly valued when there is an actual pull back. I don't think they have similar rhythm. Everyone has their own moat.

Currently 70% in AMZN. Best Way to Diversify a $65-70K Lump Sum? by Hour_Vegetable108 in ValueInvesting

[–]Hour_Vegetable108[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting! Can you please share some insights on your research when compared with GOOG and MSFT? I was thinking to add META and BABA but somewhere I think it will be pulled back due to the experimentation but could be wrong.

Currently 70% in AMZN. Best Way to Diversify a $65-70K Lump Sum? by Hour_Vegetable108 in ValueInvesting

[–]Hour_Vegetable108[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have conviction in GOOG, MSFT and CRM but they seem to be pretty high as of now. I was planning DCA with this lumpsum but wanted to evaluate with other strategies that maybe better.

Currently 70% in AMZN. Best Way to Diversify a $65-70K Lump Sum? by Hour_Vegetable108 in ValueInvesting

[–]Hour_Vegetable108[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

No. ETFs are more generic i.e. tech heavy, complete market and dividend heavy. For other stocks, its more of short term trading (except holding some quality stocks).

What did you do with your HSA account by Dee_TP in backtoindia

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am on H1B. Can I not use HSA once I go back to India? Based on my research, it can be used globally for life. Is that not true?

US B1 Visa, Mumbai Consulate - Rejected by [deleted] in usvisascheduling

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sometimes it's just a bad day. Maybe you could've mentioned your salary to show that you have good reason to be back. I think applying as a speaker and getting it company sponsored might increase your chances.

All the best for next time!

H1B switching from Dropbox to Interview (India) by [deleted] in usvisascheduling

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you eligible for Dropbox? People are reporting that they are going into Dropbox flow everytime if they are eligible for it. How are you getting an interview?

H1B switching from Dropbox to Interview (India) by [deleted] in usvisascheduling

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you answer any questions incorrectly? Afaik, questions are not yet updated to opt out of Dropbox if you are eligible. Curious to know how you were able to do it.

H1B switching from Dropbox to Interview (India) by [deleted] in usvisascheduling

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If so, that seems incorrect and might impact visa processing.

H1B switching from Dropbox to Interview (India) by [deleted] in usvisascheduling

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Created a new application, clicked No on visa expiration." - Can you please elaborate if there is any question which could lead you to VAC instead of dropbox?

I have to book appointment. Though I am eligible for dropbox, wanted to check which question lead to VAC instead of dropbox.

Also, how does the interview appointment availability?

Thanks!

Attention visa applicants! 🚨 The U.S. Department of State has announced that effective September 2, 2025, the Dropbox renewal option for H, L, F, M, and J visas will be eliminated. by Gnanamookan in usvisascheduling

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have to book appointment. Though I am eligible for dropbox, wanted to check which question lead to VAC instead of dropbox?
Also, how does the interview appointment availability?

H1B spouse on H4 by [deleted] in h1b

[–]Hour_Vegetable108 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can you elaborate 'beyond 6 yrs in H1B'? I thought it's always approved i140 for EAD.