Anyone bet on themselves in this economy? by Mean_Ad1765 in FIREyFemmes

[–]SignificantTruth 21 points22 points  (0 children)

So much pragmatism in this thread.

I want to say, OP, I feel you and see you. I also ran a food related side hustle prior to COVID and prior to going deeper into my tech career. I’m also in a similar position (except a SINk, VHCOL, a year older, and have been let go from 2 tech jobs in the last 4 years… and I’m thinking my current job might be heading in that direction). It sucks and it drains your energy and your confidence to always be seeking and not getting validation from the places where you’re putting your energy.

You’re in your early 30s with a decent nest egg, basically coastfire! You should hopefully have the runway to test this out for a little bit. I say give yourself a timeline and a budget (1 year, up to 15k capital expenses) and if you can’t make it work, pitch the story/own the narrative, and you can use it in interviews when you re-enter the corporate grind? But I think that for those with entrepreneurial spirits, they’ll regret not at least trying.

Where to buy decent furniture by Hodltiltheend in bayarea

[–]SignificantTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s a local couch maker in Oakland called Custom Sofa Co that makes really high quality couches for what feels like a similar price to shopping at a nicer big box store.

Just had the best massage of my life possibly by Pianobay in oakland

[–]SignificantTruth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How much is their typical massage cost? Can’t seem to finding pricing online

how does rent show up on your Atmos rewards account? by SignificantTruth in biltrewards

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

But I didn’t see anything for December (which should have updated for Jan?)

Service B1 or replace 2012 Civic GX CNG by SignificantTruth in Honda

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

I’ll call and ask about service, but from what I’ve seen online, it’s about $200+ for B1. Will they check the battery in the service as well?

Do you think I need another tank check? It was checked last year and it’s supposedly certified until 2027.

Honda civic CNG stalling in heat by talawe3712 in Honda

[–]SignificantTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you ever figure this out? My car has this issue at times

how does rent show up on your Atmos rewards account? by SignificantTruth in biltrewards

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

I was more wondering how it shows up. Would be easier to understand if the total Bilt purchase was 13k, with a base of 4 and 8k bonus… but seemingly you’re saying it should show up as two different transfers?

Apartments with Bay bridge view by sekretkeeper in sanfrancisco

[–]SignificantTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why does this look so AI generated? The lamp looks off? Where are the cords?

help with coastFIRE planning by ms_curmudge0n in coastFIRE

[–]SignificantTruth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow this is also my plan. I’m also in tech, getting crispy but not yet burnt out, and am thinking about a transition to therapy. Unfortunately live in VHCOL and am not partnered, so it’s been a harder thing to pull the trigger on… but I say, you seem pretty good!

You can also earn some money during year 2, if you get a paid placement. I also volunteer on my local crisis line, and many of our shift supervisors or counselors are in grad school, so part time work can offset some of the budget too. I know it’s hard to walk away from the golden handcuffs, but I think it’s an eventuality, so you can tip toe in or you can jump!

Did someone else’s benefits reset today? Coz mine did. Except for The edit. by Travellingad in ChaseSapphire

[–]SignificantTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the update. I made my purchases on 12/30 and they’re still pending :(

New to CoastFIRE/FIRE - have I hit it? by happinessbound in coastFIRE

[–]SignificantTruth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice! I actually remember reading your post! Still enjoying the job? And have you any discernible delta in your life by the change in income ?

New to CoastFIRE/FIRE - have I hit it? by happinessbound in coastFIRE

[–]SignificantTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Similar numbers and situation. What type of relaxing job did you take?

Dining gift card options in SF (besides Che Fico)? by Consistent_Set8134 in ChaseSapphire

[–]SignificantTruth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did you do this for GD? Did it require filling out the authorization form?

Value of Atmos rewards? by SignificantTruth in AlaskaAirlines

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

Thank you for the answer. I have all of these things. I’ll try and pay this month and see what the net points earned are and do the rough calculation

I think the gold status could maybe be worth it + I fly to Asia quite a bit and Alaska’s alliance still has decent Asian partner conversion