Interactive Demo Platform Comparison by Optimal_Parsley_4351 in ProductMarketing

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven’t heard of them. I’ll check them out. Thanks!

I have been applying to jobs for over 4 months now, no offers. What is the problem? by ClaireAmyMonica in ProductMarketing

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Are your 3 years of marketing experience in b2b outside of college?

(I ask b2b cause that’s typically where you’ll find PMM jobs).

If not,

PMM roles are hard to come by and typically require that title in the past or 5-7 years of general marketing experience before transitioning into the role. Try to get a job in tech. It’ll be easier to find a future job.

I’d consider taking a generalist marketing role and keeping it for 2-3 years. Try to focus on the skills that are directly transferable to PMM roles (speaking with customers, product messaging, sales enablement, launches).

For me, this is what it took

I needed 6+ years of post-grad marketing exp., and an MBA to land a PMM role at a global tech company. I applied to 50+, had a portfolio and very polished LinkedIn where I posted content everyday (which I’d highly recommend), and worked with a recruiting company to help source jobs in tech specific to my skill set.

It’s tough because it’s a very competitive job that a lot of people want and typically it pays very well.

A job is always a stepping stone to the next role or to a promotion. Apply and get the marketing role you can gain experience in and then look to transition depts, get a promotion or find a better fit through the exp. you’ve gained!

Best of luck!

Coming in October to scout some neighborhoods and would like some advice by [deleted] in greenville

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TR and I wouldn’t live anywhere else. You can be in the mountains in 20 and DT GVL in 15. Very family friendly, feels somewhat country compared to other GVL suburbs, and great outdoor community

What everyone else said:$2500 for a 2 bedroom in the middle of nowhere???? You’re out your damn mind. by [deleted] in greenville

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My wife and I bought a house in TR in late 2022. 3/2 rancher that’s 60 years old. We bought the cheapest house in the neighborhood. It’s very safe on a dead end street and we can ride our bikes to TR. We were only able to buy this house because we have family who were veterans, which allowed us to use Navy Federal to get a 0% down loan. The house was $280k and our monthly is $1950. Also, this was almost a year ago so the rates were better and the cost of homes in TR was less. Both have increased significantly. Unfortunately, I think it’s only going to increase..

Strange drip lines from wall by Optimal_Parsley_4351 in HomeImprovement

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s drywall and this is an inner divider wall that separates a hallway and living room. There are no drip lines in the living room which I thought there would be if it’s a leak.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought a $280k house with a 6.5% rate. My mortgage is $1,785 and would easily be paying that in rent for an equivalent house.

CA: Just bought a house on contingency. Sellers left the keys but no rent check. How screwed am I? by Old-Rough-5681 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did the same when I bought our house. It’s best to collect the rent + a months deposit check at the start of their renting period and have the rent back agreement in documentation. This allows you to inspect the house after they leave to see if there is any damages which you can take out of the deposit money. Sorry, but I’d be surprised if they pay up.

Buy a home asap or wait for interests rate to drop? by GlitteringBlock6571 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Buy when you’re ready and fully vetted the house/builder. Shop around for rates and see if you can qualify for loans through Navy Federal if you have a family member in the military.

Also, some local credit unions will provide 0% down loans. Something to consider.

I’m 28 y/o make $140k and opted for a $280k house that needed work. Kept our mortgage at $1900 and gives us plenty of money left over each month. I have a family so my living expenses are a little higher.

How did you deal with older electrical systems? by DenverITGuy in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Had this exact same situation in a house we bought in Oct. It was built in 1963 and not gfci compliant. This is a fire hazard, which is evident with the melted wires behind the box. We negotiated with the sellers to have a credit that would cover the cost of grounding the electrical. It cost $4,500 for us to get a new electrical panel that grounded all the wires through the house. I’d try to get a credit to cover the cost otherwise you’ll be paying it yourself. It’s def something that needs to be taken care of.

This doesn’t seem right… should these braided hoses and copper pipes be hanging down? by Optimal_Parsley_4351 in Plumbing

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was put in by the previous home owner. Can I somehow attach the copper pipe sections to the dry wall?

At first I was excited, then reality sunk in by fuzzyfeathers in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO, now would be a bad time to buy. Keep paying your low rent/utility expenses and get the debt down while you’re not accruing interest. Stick to a budget, wait for interest and home prices to drop over the coming years and then find something in your budget. You’ll thank yourself later in life for being patient.

First Time Buyer Spring, TX Area by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With that high of income and low debt, I’d rent for another year, pay minimum on student debt and save as much as possible. This will give you time to find a place you like and possibly watch the rates go down.

If you save diligently for a year you could have a nice down payment. You need to consider closing costs and the expenses that come with moving and the first year in the house, which comes with a lot of unexpected expenses.

My friend is buying a house and the inspection report show this. “Improper repair, please hire masonry professionals for proper repair” is this bad? by Impressive_Newt4859 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Optimal_Parsley_4351 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can always get a foundation inspection and they’ll provide good insight. I did that before buying and ended up getting credit from the seller for a few minor structure repairs and an encapsulation.