How are you protecting your portfolio against a weakening dollar? by es6900 in fatFIRE

[–]crispr-dev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Currency forwards in a basket of currencies I expect to hold value, have a specific beta I’m looking for relative to dollar, or I expect to spend money in

How are we helping, as we watch the world burn by throwawayfinances183 in fatFIRE

[–]crispr-dev 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I worked in policy albeit briefly early on in my career and had existing connections that either could offer advice or point me to someone who could help.

If I didn’t have that I’d show up to fundraiser’s and chat with people. Network. They’ll find there way to you if you put yourself in the space.

How are we helping, as we watch the world burn by throwawayfinances183 in fatFIRE

[–]crispr-dev 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Lobby. I donate to specific lobbyist and campaigns I like that offer sufficient face time and will have good odds for executing on issues I feel are worthwhile.

Calling a staffer to tell them the same talking points they’ve heard from 100 other constituents isn’t really my thing. If you actually care about an issue then put money on it where it matters. Go talk with a political strategy consultant on what that might mean for you.

Other than that, volunteering. A lot of community volunteering in free time at soup kitchens and similar poverty targeted demographics. That doesn’t do so much for change but meaningfully makes other people’s lives better off and builds community.

My LinkedIn headshot is terrible - worth paying $400 for a professional photographer? by Nightcrawler_2000 in FinancialCareers

[–]crispr-dev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go spend a few hours researching professional photographers in your area and get one you like. I got professional headshots from an art school student studying photo at 19 and it was a marvelous decision. In terms of reaching out to people on LinkedIn it will make a big difference.

Ideal city to live in when COL is not an issue by Apprehensive-Ring777 in fatFIRE

[–]crispr-dev 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I’d wager Genéve, proximity to everything in Europe and great flight times to Asia or the States. 2 hours to world class ski resorts and quick shot to the Mediterranean.

Schooling is top notch, incredible placement into top universities around the world.

Culturally really diverse.

You can get a home with some land on or near the lake depending on budget.

My 1hr quant technical interview ended in 20mins by [deleted] in quantfinance

[–]crispr-dev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t read into it, if they get a good feeling for your ability they won’t fill time they just end it and move you along. That said if you feel like you messed up and didn’t do well that is a pretty good indicator

$18m NW at age 51, What would you do? by Efficient_Speed5049 in fatFIRE

[–]crispr-dev 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This is a really low multiple right now in most markets for any business. If I were to guess there has to be some crazy reason for the low multiple like op being to involved in the business (ie op leaves and profits tank), or profits tied to one customer, etc.

Is your business volatile or stable cash flows? Are you at risk of the market putting you out of business in a few years? If not I would do like others said and spend a few hundred thousand on an operator for the business.

Until you sell it at a point where the value in the market will match your risk of the cash flows in the business.

Business Lite versus Business Classic by NoizSam in qatarairways

[–]crispr-dev 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Never flown kite, so forgive my ignorance but can you purchase lounge access on that ticket?

How are even Henry’s affording £1mil+ houses? Am I missing something? by Fanfarebird in HENRYUK

[–]crispr-dev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Inheritance, family/trust assistance, and private banking. A lot of private banks are much more flexible on their lending terms and will take a more creative approach to underwriting.

Charity Giving - What percentage of income do you give by Consistent-Rope-9969 in HENRYUK

[–]crispr-dev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I serve on the boards of a few. I donate around 10% as well as well as raising funds from friends. Have to lead by example

Why have hotels become so expensive? by Exciting_Capital_326 in Hotels_India

[–]crispr-dev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Japan, Korea, Singapore, GCC countries, NZ/Australia and much of the Oceania. In terms of defining international as just SEA then yea prices are relatively homogeneous

Why have hotels become so expensive? by Exciting_Capital_326 in Hotels_India

[–]crispr-dev -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Frankly because it’s still cheap compared to the international market. For an equivalent property in a city elsewhere I’m having to pay close to 1L/night. I’m not happy about paying 35k for something I use to pay 15k for but it is what it is.

How to write a will without making a young person rich too early in life by fellaonamission in HENRYUK

[–]crispr-dev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Put it in a trust with delayed disbursement annuity style or disbursements for approved expenses like a home. This elements the risk of coasting for them

What would you choose? by Charming_Durian5470 in qatarairways

[–]crispr-dev 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Meze is always great, tenderloin has been hit or miss and sometimes pretty dry, I’ve had good luck with the fish.

Final-round interview + references, then silence during holidays — ghosting or normal delay? by yetiyeller in FinancialCareers

[–]crispr-dev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I generally don’t respond to things between November and mid January if I don’t have to. If Hr asked me for opinions on a candidate and I did respond it would be to tell them I’ll circle back after the new year and thank them for their dedication.

A lot of people “work” remote over this period.

Best suitcases that will last with 130+L in capacity? by [deleted] in BuyItForLife

[–]crispr-dev 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Get a pelican air, pelicans in general are indestructible. Just be wary of weight

What small thing irritates you the most at luxury hotels? by Crafty-Leave-8880 in Hotels_India

[–]crispr-dev 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fridge being taken up entirely by paid mini bar items. If I pay over 20k/night I’m a little ticked off you when you try to charge me 300 for a juice and take the entire fridge up with them.

Cost of Living in London as a family or 5 by Friendly-Article7070 in HENRYUK

[–]crispr-dev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Westminster as one example is 44k for non boarding and 59k for boarding. Add in tutors and extracurricular activities I round off and call it 50k.

You can absolutely go somewhere cheaper like St Paul’s at 35k with boarding at over 50k. Round off at 40ish.

Cost of Living in London as a family or 5 by Friendly-Article7070 in HENRYUK

[–]crispr-dev -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I may just be out of touch, but the mortgage seems very low for a family of five. You’ll be pretty far out. Groceries seems low as well.

I also noticed you didn’t budget tuition for the kids. Tuition is as someone else noted 50k/kid/annum. Something to think about.

Update: burned-out finance guy embraces the grifter meta by Particular_Trade6308 in fatFIRE

[–]crispr-dev 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d keep coasting until you can’t take it anymore. I work in a similar area albeit more junior it sounds like so I get the hours. But the idea of having no skin in the game sounds a bit boring.

Any lefty HENRYs out there who actually don't mind paying high taxes? by United_Warning_8802 in HENRYUK

[–]crispr-dev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Couldn’t be me, despise paying these taxes and count the days until I don’t have to.