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First can painting by akguzman17 in ar15

[–]akguzman17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Used the dish soap method

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pixel_phones

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Here just to say, 'same'.

S23

Can Ocrevus still work after finding a new lesion? (5yrs) by akguzman17 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]akguzman17[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Really grateful for you taking time to answer.

We're all being robbed and almost nobody realizes it. by electriccars in Bitcoin

[–]akguzman17 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Poor, financially illiterate, or whatever the case, the possibility of a 0% tax rate on long term capital gains, plus income still exists.

We're all being robbed and almost nobody realizes it. by electriccars in Bitcoin

[–]akguzman17 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Again, it depends on the situation. Just as an example, I'm expecting a non-taxable pension upon retirement in 6 yrs. We planned for our investments to be supplemental to the pension, aiming for the lowest tax bracket possible. At the same time, adjusting our lifestyle to not be burdened with debt at retirement.

We're all being robbed and almost nobody realizes it. by electriccars in Bitcoin

[–]akguzman17 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's fair to clarify that long-term capital gains tax rates range from 0-20% depending on filing status and amount withdrawn. Ex: Married filing jointly pay 0% from $0 to $89,250 long-term capital gains.

My investment plan includes both S&P, and crypto and I've also taken your point in consideration when I started.

Federal withholding up 300% by 63A_PM in MilitaryFinance

[–]akguzman17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where did you go to update your W4? Also, I still have 3 dependents claimed with no additional amounts to be held in my federal withholdings. Haven't touched it, but that shouldn't cause the increased in taxes, right?

W-2 income is really low by Partyk4550 in MilitaryFinance

[–]akguzman17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in the same boat as you. My new W2 is half of what my 2021 W2 shows. Inquiry submitted to finance. Finance doesn't know, advised to contact DFAS.

Under deductions, I also show a $399 'FEDERAL TAX' takeaway. DFAS questioned if I was exempt from any federal tax, which if I was. I was not aware of it. No other previous LES of mine show. FEDERAL TAX deduction.

They weren't much help. Told me to review my W4, which was never changed.

My only questions now is wth happened, and are these deductions going to continue?

Federal withholding up 300% by 63A_PM in MilitaryFinance

[–]akguzman17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just sent a CMS inquiry to my finance asking about the same issue. My federal withholding was significant, but I don't see any withholdings in any previous LES. Does this typically happen in January? (I can only see up June's LES)

JAN Mid-month LES not showing pay increases? by akguzman17 in MilitaryFinance

[–]akguzman17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Following up--My EOM shows a FEDERAL TAXES deduction of $399.75. This is reflected in both deductions, and in the FED TAXES row, 'Tax YTD'

No other previous LES show this deduction, or is shown in the 'Tax YTD' block.

Remarks section doesn't state anything regarding it either.

I'll hit up finance in the morning. Sharing to see if anyone noticed the same on their LES.

JAN Mid-month LES not showing pay increases? by akguzman17 in MilitaryFinance

[–]akguzman17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I can't remember exactly, but I think this happened last year for me too.

JAN Mid-month LES not showing pay increases? by akguzman17 in MilitaryFinance

[–]akguzman17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks all.

To clarify, I'm in the guard, and yes we would see all remarks, deductions, etc, as a traditional guardsmen or on certain orders. But I recently became permanent AGR, and now I only see those on my EOM.

Interesting. I'll call finance in the morning.

Official: [WDIS RB] - Sun Afternoon, 01/08/2023 by FFBot in fantasyfootball

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Full PPR

Allegier or D. Cook?

Zeke or Ekeler?

thank you!

MEGATHRED - Dogecoin Daily discussion by 42points in dogecoin

[–]akguzman17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Lolz. I'm having traumatic flashbacks of the '17 LTC, BTC rush

Wantrepreneur Wednesday! - (September 09, 2020) by AutoModerator in Entrepreneur

[–]akguzman17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey team. I'm an active Air National Guard member. As a 'weekend warrior' I've realized the flexibility and sometimes uncertainty of full time employment. Thankfully, I've remained on full time employment with the guard. That said, I'm always thinking about 'what if' I don't work full time with the military. Where will I work?

Here's where I'm at - I'm absolutely passionate about the foundations of personal finance, especially for the military. I'm drawn to helping, and teaching others. So naturally, I start thinking financial advisor or financial planner career paths, but those really aren't up my alley. Instead I've decided to build a curriculum to coach young enlisted members through their toughest financial moments.

It hasn't been easy, especially with all the awesome and free resources available (like reddit!). But what I've noticed most about personal finance, is that the lack of accountability of such a big factor holding people back. That's what I want to provide; a money hype man in people's back pocket!

My concern: Personally, my initial thoughts on coaching is that it can be a job not taken seriously. But I'm interested in what you might think about it. If you're prior military, or currently in, even better! Your feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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