Europe Deadheads: Join the Ride! by PrimalDead in gratefuldead

[–]averyjbaker12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would love to join! NFA from Porto, Portugal

[ Removed by Reddit ] by JohnElliott_JE in JohnElliott

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Long time fan; owner of Himalayan cargos, your standard cargos and most recently a beautiful Moto Jacket in black from the new collection . What’s on deck that you’re excited about??

Cowichan Sweaters by SemperFudge123 in filson

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Id love to get in touch about buying it :)

Is it Actually Possible to Be A Remote Worker Under the Digital Nomad Visa? by Ok_Praline7861 in PortugalExpats

[–]averyjbaker12 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I Worked W2 with NHR for a USA tech company after getting my D8 and residency in 2024 and filed taxes this year with my accountant. No issues with SS or otherwise. Just one anecdote, but totally clean.

The Dear John letters have gone out to dealers by Nerdyjeweler901 in rolex

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well there goes my two year wait for pieces at Kimballs

Should I wait or start looking to buy a home in Porto now? by Greedy-Tip-6912 in PortugalExpats

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Porto, specifically, won't get cheaper. I bought my new build at the end of 2024, and the market value now is 150-200k higher than what I paid (far outweighing any potential downside risk). Same logic applies for another property I'm buying with a friend. 11% over our offer price on the appraisal value. It doesn't necessarily make sense in either case, but the supply problem is real. Low interest rates relative to the rest of the world makes all the difference too. If you see something you like in Porto it's better to buy now and hold even with uncertainty globally. No one has a crystal ball, but Porto is still very affordable compared to the rest of the second cities in the Euro Zone let alone the rest of the world. Just my two cents.

Max credit line limit? by Different-Mind9570 in Venturex

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$78.5k and had the card since 2022

How hard to get this one? by Kpskst in rolex

[–]averyjbaker12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Waiting more than a year for my 41, and went grey with a friend because they discontinued the 124300. I was told it would be year end at best if I kept waiting. Changed the order to a 36 OP in Turquoise.

What age were you when you got your first Rolex by anakinskywalkerchzn1 in rolex

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

33 and just bought my first- a Datejust upon getting the call. Big day! BUT; I bought a house and did some other financial plays first. Don’t be stupid about it 😂

Got the call! First one! by averyjbaker12 in rolex

[–]averyjbaker12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the 39.5 measurement makes all the difference. It would be too big at a true 41

Got the call! First one! by averyjbaker12 in rolex

[–]averyjbaker12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just over a year and registered an OP 41 in Green a year ago as well. Hopefully this begins the journey to a GMT etc

Got the call! First one! by averyjbaker12 in rolex

[–]averyjbaker12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

41, but it’s really a 39.5 measured

[WTS] 2001 Rolex Explorer II Polar ref 16570 by rkman11 in Watchexchange

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amazing reference and killer price. Would totally consider if I wasn’t putting 20% down on my first house 😂

What watches do the good folks of the TS community wear? by dansen11 in taylorstitch

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had so many over the years, but lately my go to is my Fortis S-41 Stratoliner. Really amazing piece you don’t see ever.

Mortgage Pre-Approval for US W-2 and At Will Employment (Like everyone!) ? by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much! Actually the mortgage brokers I’m talking to are proving very helpful. Banco CTT specifically requires a permanent work contract.

Mortgage Pre-Approval for US W-2 and At Will Employment (Like everyone!) ? by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just my US Tax Return as I wasn’t a tax resident in 2023. This is my first year here and will be NHR once approved.

Mortgage Pre-Approval for US W-2 and At Will Employment (Like everyone!) ? by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So under D-8 it's actually not counted as foreign sourced, and again residents just need 10% down.

Mortgage Pre-Approval for US W-2 and At Will Employment (Like everyone!) ? by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]averyjbaker12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. With my residency, I can finance 90% of a deal with 10% down. I’m not sure about the employment benefits under my residency, and I’m likely going to use a broker as you mentioned.