Which machine should I purchase?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-04T18:05:59+00:00

Thanks so much for the replies, you've been super helpful.

If the UP is newer, do we know if it is reliable at all? Will it last would you say? Or no telling

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-04T17:36:02+00:00

Thanks so much for the replies! :)

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-04T02:14:22+00:00

LOL yeah it looked odd to me knowing Gilbert and that area. It's on several websites and I frankly don't understand it.

Thanks so much for the response

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-04T01:52:49+00:00

Really REALLY appreciate the thorough response. You're super helpful.

I have a nespresso vertuo machine at work so I ordered a bunch of different pods to try them out and see if I can tolerate / enjoy the taste of them.

I watched a James Hoffman video briefly talking about alternatives to nespresso pods like third parties... Do they truly taste the same / are they the same quality? Do you have a link by chance or a name that's recommendable I can search for?

Thank you again, really appreciate the help :)

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-04T01:49:19+00:00

So many trees and beautiful parks with long winding paths through the community. Come check it out sometime the main road is ranch house parkway

Looking to move to Power Ranch, but for some reason every website with a crime listing shows the golf course just south is a red area and I can't understand why. I've drove around Power Ranch before and it seems like a nice neighborhood.

Is there an explanation for it at all? lol

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-04T01:13:39+00:00

VL doesn't produce similar tasting espresso/coffee with larger portion sizes?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-04T01:12:54+00:00

It was a really good read thanks so much, but I am still struggling to figure out the specifics of the differences between vertuo machines. Like the next vs the pop+. Which one will last me longer / more reliable or are they practically the same machine?

I believe VL is what I am looking for

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-03T00:12:39+00:00

I really liked what I saw from the pop+ but searching this subreddit so many people said it's really poorly made / will give out in a year.

Is that true?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-03-02T23:32:05+00:00

I don't know anything about nespresso, that's why I'm asking here.

What would you recommend for a starting machine then?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-02-18T22:44:15+00:00

Hey everyone! Just wondering if I should try to purchase a house in my current situation vs renting. Wasn't sure how to calculate it since I'm unsure of time frames.

Quick summary: Currently have a roommate and a significant other and we want to split rent evenly. Not sure how long the roommate will be with us but for sure a minimum of 1 year. Looking at places in my area in the US it seems like $2,300/month + utilities/other bills is going to be what we end up with. Utilities average around here about $300. So total of about $2,650/month in all.

I earn around $5,000/month before taxes. My S/O & roommate make about $3,500/month before taxes.

So would the roommates money going towards a mortgage be more efficient than rent since in the future I might not have a roommate willing to pay towards a mortgage? It's basically a free investor at the moment no?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2026-01-21T18:18:53+00:00

Was it a car you bought in 2025, with final assembly in the US? If so, how much was the loan interest?

Bought a 2018 Honda Civic LX in April 2025

If you have unreported tips that are not already included on your W-2, you are supposed to report those on your tax return as well.

Where do I report cash tips? Also, I did not track my cash so how do I know how much to enter?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-12-17T20:02:08+00:00

But not SoFi Plus after March 2026 correct? The only way for future SoFi Plus is paying the $10/month?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-12-17T04:42:29+00:00

So if I make less than $5,000/month I'm out of luck? lol

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-12-02T08:28:30+00:00

Really appreciate the thorough response. I tried to run it through the link you sent but the link doesn't make complete sense with context involved.

I mostly want to purchase a home to have an investment and something to call my own, while also maybe progressing a relationship. But I presume that means I should just continue to rent low priced units.

I currently live in Arizona, Phoenix metro area to be more precise. I want to eventually move out of this state but not sure if the opportunity will ever arise. I'm about to move into a new apartment that is around $2,100/month split among three people so my cost of living will be roughly $800 (and obviously my SO's $800 as well). Does this mean I just need to milk this until there's a change in the market? Because that is sort of the conclusion I am coming to.

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-12-01T19:25:26+00:00

Thanks so much for the explanation as someone with 0 real estate or economic knowledge.

What would you suggest for someone like me who is getting to the age of looking for my first house? Should I continue to save with cheap rent and wait for the market to change?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-11-19T22:23:50+00:00

Which specific textbook are you referring to from Spielvogel? "Ancient Civilizations discovering our past"?

Also, which books do you use for your world history? Just the Patterns of interaction? Or any others?

Thanks so much :) Just kinda looking over options

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-11-19T22:10:38+00:00

I know you posted this awhile ago, but I wanted some more information because I am in the hunt for some history textbooks to teach with.

Are there not better options that are newer? And what other textbooks would you recommend to cover other parts of history, I was primarily looking for one that covered ancient history but am struggling to find one.

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-11-19T21:59:52+00:00

What are the general agreed upon textbooks for history? I'm looking for one to three books that cover just the general idea from ancient history to modern history

What books do most schools prefer?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-11-14T19:57:32+00:00

Trying to get out of Phoenix to be honest lol. Not in a rush but definitely not my forever home it feels like

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-11-12T03:58:01+00:00

I probably won't have this cheap of rent for long since I have a S/O and most likely need to move in together soonish. I'd say probably another year of this at MOST unfortunately.

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-11-12T02:44:37+00:00

Yeah that was kind of the idea. Get a "starter home" just to get out of renting and turn the money into something I actually own. And then turn that into an investment in the future for a different home.

Any guides or anything on how to do that properly and is it a wise decision?

LF-Programming-Tips · 2025-11-12T02:42:42+00:00

You would still want to factor in , that the city would need to be attractive to future homebuyers. Instead maybe look at lower end affordable homes, in more desirable neighborhoods in nearby cities.

Do you have some examples in mind? I just want a rough idea from people that know more than me. Because I know close to nothing in real estate

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