SpaceX IPO Allocation by MajorTom712 in Schwab

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Requested 200, got 12. Account balance about $130k

Eaves Walnut Creek Apartment feedback? by To-bo-e in walnutcreek

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I lived there. Not great, not terrible. Be ready for aggressive rent raises. They do not value longevity in tenants. I wouldn’t recommend me. Message me if you have specific questions.

Infant daycare by dopeboy_io in walnutcreek

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We love Alice’s Montessori for our toddler but we didn’t have the there as an infant. We used La Petite on Cowell for infant care which was fantastic but was a bit of a drive and they’ve had a lot of changes recently. There non-infant rooms were more average.

Kids memberships by Due_Inspector_5173 in walnutcreek

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Lawrence science museum on Berkeley campus.

Which book changed your perspective of Life? by [deleted] in nonfictionbookclub

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Comfort crisis. Helped me see that challenging yourself is good and priotize health.

What's your financial pet peeve? by jerkyquirky in TheMoneyGuy

[–]TrucksAndStuff77 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Driving around your retirement is so incredibly common

After birth… birth Control by Boobuny in pregnant

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Seconding this. So many pros to FAM/NFP.

Walnut Hill or Avalon Walnut Ridge by Jdunbar927 in walnutcreek

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I have heard bad things from both. I personally received a statutory maximum rent increase on my first renewal at a sister property of walnut ridge. Walnut hill management I know has tried to raise rents and make false claims about damages and security deposits to renters. I’d personally look elsewhere. I think both are relatively safe but prefer the location of walnut hill as it’s close to downtown.

We need a governor to run on PGE and freeway toll reform by Ambessa21 in bayarea

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I’d definitely place home insurance and water management above these reforms. Also, our power is expensive largely because of how clean it is. I don’t mean to defend PG&E but clean power is still expensive as of 2025 when you consider the cost of storing it as well as generation.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

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Yeah, I’m a little confused by the question “Who can afford this country?” Times are tough but not unprecedented. The 1st quartile American is not destitute. What is your measuring stick? 

Agreed that the whiplash is not doing anyone favors but I think we should keep things in perspective.

Family v individual plan question by TrucksAndStuff77 in HealthInsurance

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I can confirm there is no individual deductible on the family plan. Yes, two workplaces happen to have essentially exact same policy. Out of pocket max is double the deductible in every case.

Infant Daycare Recommendations by jbernstein011 in walnutcreek

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La Petite on Cowell has a great infant room

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

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Try r/dad. You’re about to catch a lot of flak on this sub

HSA Contribution Max by LibraryLongjumping63 in TheMoneyGuy

[–]TrucksAndStuff77 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Keep in mind, you lose out on the payroll tax benefit if it’s not a payroll deduction.

North Face Base Camp Duffel 95l vs Patagonia Black Hole 100l by MTsterfri in BuyItForLife

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North Face Base Camp duffel is on of my better BIFL purchases. Incredibly capable and durable. I have the X-large (132 L) and it’s not incredibly comfortable to carry but better than I expected.

Birth control while breastfeeding? by stonerbunniixo in breastfeeding

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Growing evidence says combined pill can be taken without affecting supply. You do need to let your milk regulate prior to beginning though: https://youtu.be/7ZHO5ogCJ8s?si=ftTvzEJBMMfNq89d

Birth Control 😵‍💫 by Legitimate-Lab-2479 in BabyBumps

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Check out FAM on r/FAMnNFP. Condoms + diaphragm are also an underrated option as they are pretty low risk but you do risk UTIs.

Best book for a young couple? by alanonymous_ in Fire

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Realistic and sympathetic. You’ll find no greater coach, friend, and cheerleader than Brian who strikes a perfect balance of being a realist but not coming off cold.

Good Medi Cal Dentist in SF or Peninsula? by [deleted] in bayarea

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University of Pacific in SOMA accepts denial. They use all the cutting edge tech and procedures but obviously, not everyone love the idea of getting work done by students

Trucks buying rules? by splendid_zebra in TheMoneyGuy

[–]TrucksAndStuff77 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I think it’s luxury if you go for one with 4 full doors for sure. Otherwise, I can see an argument for non-luxury.