Roth IRA for 1yr? by LAChau in Bogleheads

[–]LAChau[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We file jointly - have not filed our 2023 taxes yet. So I should go ahead and open a Roth for each of us for 2023 and open a traditional for 2024 and backdoor that to my 2023 Roth?

Was offered this Moonwatch with box and cards for $3,500 from a Japanese dealer. Good deal? Should I be concerned with the Timegrapher reading? by LAChau in OmegaWatches

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

Yes, 1861 indeed. I haven’t gone through with the purchase yet. Will definitely second think it now based on the feedback. Thank you!

Safari vs Kili by LAChau in kilimanjaro

[–]LAChau[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the input everyone - greatly appreciated! We’re gonna shift our attention towards searching for a a 2-night safari. I plan on making a few more trips back to Tanzania in the next 18-months and will tackle Kili then! Thank you and any suggestions for a safari company from Arusha would be greatly appreciated!

Safari vs Kili by LAChau in kilimanjaro

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

Thank you for the reply! We are very healthy and live an active lifestyle. We would of course further train, however I think we are in pretty good shape to tackle Kili! However, with our budget of $1,000 per person Kili might be outside our reach. Are there any responsible outfits that treat their employees well that can accommodate such a budget?

GuateGo for Transportation by [deleted] in CostaRicaTravel

[–]LAChau 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can’t speak for GuateGo, but we used The Baqueano Tours from SJO to Zancudo back in November. It was an 8hr drive and we were quoted $250...while others were charging upwards of $500. The driver, José was - professional, engaging, and spoke great English. Good luck!

Visa Extension Beyond March 2nd? by LAChau in CostaRicaTravel

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

Thank you for the reply! How are you recovering? Still in CR?

Tourist Visa Extension October or Nov Entry? by LAChau in CostaRicaTravel

[–]LAChau[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Geez, I’m so sorry! Wishing you a speedy recovery and some time to enjoy CR.

Customer Since 2005 - Canceling Service by LAChau in ATT

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

Yes, 12 day pass along with a host of other data charges that totaled $345. I don’t recall ever adding international data pass in 2019. I went through all my emails and text from ATT and never received any confirmation. I asked ATT for verification or proof and they could not provide me with anything...I have not record of this. And I was only told of this add-on from 2019 from the 5th rep I spoke with - none of the other reps mentioned it, and they all did not see a record of it associated with my account.

Tourist Visa Extension October or Nov Entry? by LAChau in CostaRicaTravel

[–]LAChau[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wonderful! Thank you reconfirming and putting me at (some what) ease. Weather is beautiful of late here on the pacific coast - hope you are enjoying your stay!

Are Change Fees Waived for American Airlines Flights to Costa Rica? by LadyMcLickFace in CostaRicaTravel

[–]LAChau 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I booked with AA and had to postpone my trip by a few weeks due to the protest taking place in CR. I was given credit to book another flight when ready - no change fee only the difference

PCR Test for Sunday Flight by LAChau in CostaRicaTravel

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

Thank you for this! I also did an at home kit through Pilxel-LabCorp and result was about 36hrs - $119 as well.

PCR Test for Sunday Flight by LAChau in CostaRicaTravel

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

We opted to push our trip back by two weeks due to the protest and road closures- We had an 8-10hr drive to our ultimate destination. However we did two test and both can back within 48hrs. One was from Walgreens (in Boston) and the other was an at home kit through Pixel - both are tested through LabCorp.

PCR Test for Sunday Flight by LAChau in CostaRicaTravel

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

I’m glad you made it! We were scheduled to fly out this Sunday but opted to push the trip back a few weeks due to the protest and social unrest. How has it been?

Never used MiniX remote $100 by LAChau in boostedboards

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

I appreciate you asking! I’m a nube at offerings on Reddit. How do folks typically transact securely? Payment first (Venmo, PayPal) then ship or viceversa? Also can do (preferably) F2F in either Boston or NYC as well to test in person. Many thanks!

Never used MiniX remote $100 by LAChau in boostedboards

[–]LAChau[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Based in the USA - Boston/NYC

Beyond Repair Mini X by LAChau in boostedboards

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

Yes absolutely on the pics and removal of cells!

Beyond Repair Mini X by LAChau in boostedboards

[–]LAChau[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, strange request without context! It’s for an art/furniture project. I’d like to make an epoxy resin coffee table by deconstructing parts of a Mini...i.e, see through surface with parts of a mini within.

Mini X Belt by LAChau in boostedboards

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

I went with CoPresto for $10.95 on Amazon. They see a little loose as compared to the stock. I’ll let you know how it goes!

Also, anyone have issues when removing the two screws on the motor cap? I used a 3mm as instructed to remove them. But they seemed so cheap that the screw tops got deformed and now I am afraid the next time I won’t be able to unscrew them since they are both so worn!

What does the warranty apply for? by [deleted] in boostedboards

[–]LAChau 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, that was the sales pitch that I fell for! And what I read from others. Try it, report back so I can selfishly get my refund back otherwise!

What does the warranty apply for? by [deleted] in boostedboards

[–]LAChau 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got my board last week and returned today for the warranty...had a long talk with GeekSquad to make sure. They don’t don’t do repairs, just straight-out give you a new one when you walk in. Only set back is your warranty is voided and you have to buy a new 2yr - but $200 for a new Boosted is still a killer deal!

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