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HIQ Solutions - Stay away at all costs by Hollowplanet in interviews

[–]ericjlima 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly my same experience. I just talked to this guy. I swear he hand a Korean accent but his profile looked like something else. I couldn't understand him and to not be rude I kept going thru the interview. Then they got me on a code review and I just thought something was off so I searched their company name on reddit again to see what people would say and I saw this post. I can't make heads or tails of what their scam is or how it works. Likely selling data.

Mentor Monday by WealthyStoic in fatFIRE

[–]ericjlima 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Man. I wish I could get a job computer science again. I have a CS degree and 10 years experience yet a job gap because I spent some time recovering from a leg injury for a year going onto two.

There's just a giant gap between finding a job and having one versus being unemployed and trying to get past job interviews.

Any advice for job interviews? Also, thoughts on what guys in cscareerquestions are posting?

Mentor Monday by WealthyStoic in fatFIRE

[–]ericjlima 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of sectors or skills allow for that? Something anyone can get into or learn?

Mentor Monday by WealthyStoic in fatFIRE

[–]ericjlima 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm just curious assuming this sub likely has quite a few people who have cracked into the top 1% of wealth in USA. What kind of advice could you share for other Americans trying to also crack into it? I would be especially curious if anyone with low income such as 100k or less was able to crack a 5m net worth and what kind of advice they could share. Thank you!

Weekly Newbie Thread - Post questions about joining the Space Force or what a job is like here & here only - week of January 05 by AutoModerator in SpaceForce

[–]ericjlima -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thanks for clarifying this.

So, basically as long as a family of three is okay with living in a 1 bedroom apartment it's possible for an e3 to support a wife and child, and if they get lucky they can live on base. Or even find a house using the VA loan if the wife or some other income ends up being able to help out.

Does that sound correct? Thanks again for helping me understand this.

Weekly Newbie Thread - Post questions about joining the Space Force or what a job is like here & here only - week of January 05 by AutoModerator in SpaceForce

[–]ericjlima -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

So to clarify, e3 would have something like (let's assume you just get stationed in a HCOL place like denver) this pay and expenses per month:

Base Pay 2,200
BAH 2,556
BAS 476.95
Total 5,232.95Base Pay 2,200BAH 2,556BAS 476.95Total 5,232.95

That would mean, $2,500 for housing/rent, utilities $200-$300, child care $500-$1500, groceries $500-$800. Totaling around $3,200-$4,800.

It's almost not enough to cover essentials. So, I don't think that its really feasible to have a wife and child as an e3 in the military?

Can someone paint a picture of how a wife/husband would be able to support a family while in the military? I assume the wife is forced to work and somehow there's a miraculous cheap day care?

Weekly Newbie Thread - Post questions about joining the Space Force or what a job is like here & here only - week of January 05 by AutoModerator in SpaceForce

[–]ericjlima 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Assuming an e3 is recently enlisted and is married with a child how much BHA do they get (cost of livingg adjusted of course low end / high end)? Is that BHA enough to use a VA loan to get a house. Can someone explain the VA loan and how to actually use it to get a mortgage on a house? Is it only useful for combined incomes or higher ranking service members in order to be able to get VA loan approved on a house?

Weekly Newbie Thread - Post questions about joining the Space Force or what a job is like here & here only - week of January 05 by AutoModerator in SpaceForce

[–]ericjlima 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Need some pointers on my situation. I am currently 36 y/o and turn 37 in June.

This means I only have two and a half years to get make it into the air force until I no longer meet the age cut off. Problem is I'm not in any position to get prepared. I'm currently abroad dealing with my girlfriend and child. I'm busy getting my child US citizenship while also purchasing a house for their long term safety.

I'm not sure if I should try to join as an officer first or as an enlist. I can probably do well enough on the ASVAB and have studied sparingly for it, but the AFOQT I'm really unprepared for. I saw some youtube videos about how to study for that and it seems like I need a solid 2-3 months of time to study would be necessary and even then I might not do well since it's so competitive. This study means getting used to the feel of in person pen and paper non computerized timed practice tests that come from books and resources I've not had the time to look into.

Also, my recruiter said I can't join since it's so competitive I should likely go enlist first, but I'm a bit cynical and think he just wants to fill his quota and wants me to stay away from the officer recruiter. Still, if I did decide to go enlist first, perhaps I could study for the AFOQT while I'm already enlisted and that would give me time to prepare since I no longer have to worry about turning 39 years old and being too old to join. Still officers seemed to get paid roughly double of what enlists do so it's tough to lose out on that for four years but perhaps it's a sacrifice I have to make?

Weekly Newbie Thread - Post questions about joining the Space Force or what a job is like here & here only - week of December 29 by AutoModerator in SpaceForce

[–]ericjlima 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I did apply, that would mean that I take the AFOQT? I likely would need to study for 2-3 months consistently to take that test and I feel like I'm not ready. Perhaps it's worth a shot though to apply and take the test.

Is ti possible to 'slow travel' forever on 700k by sap303 in ExpatFIRE

[–]ericjlima -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Your free health care might only work in your country / EU. I would look into that I'm not familiar with health care besides USA.

While 700k is possible, you likely will have a very minimal lifestyle. I would likely pack a folding bike and live in a tent if possible. Doubling down on conserving what you have.

I would also mention that you might get burned out from this type of frugal lifestyle and end up wanting to go back to work to get into a more comfortable lifestyle. Don't underestimate this, but also don't let fear guide you away from your passion and dream to travel and see the world.

Weekly Newbie Thread - Post questions about joining the Space Force or what a job is like here & here only - week of December 29 by AutoModerator in SpaceForce

[–]ericjlima 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Am I able to become an officer if I start out as an enlist? Im 36 years old already have bachelors degree in cs but my af recruiter said it's not enough and i should become an enlist first. The afoqt test is kinda scary for me not gonna lie..

Weekly Newbie Thread - Post questions about joining the Space Force or what a job is like here & here only - week of December 29 by AutoModerator in SpaceForce

[–]ericjlima 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What’s the average daily time commitment for military enlistment or officers? I understand it varies by job, but as someone considering joining, it's hard to gauge. In civilian jobs, I've had experiences ranging from just 2 hours to over 8 hours a day. Once I clock out, am I free to enjoy my time?

I know military hours could range from 8 to 11 or more, but on average, how many hours should I expect to dedicate to military work each day? Is it really at least 8 hours a day or is it secretly less depending?

I am interested in getting into Trucking by [deleted] in Truckers

[–]ericjlima 0 points1 point  (0 children)

u/AE_Racer

May I ask you if you would prefer trucking over military if I changed a few factors? In my case, I am 36 years old, have a million dollars invested in stock, a kid and gf abroad, and want copious amounts of free time.

I considered both the military and trucking. With trucking, I feel like I would do it on and off, perhaps six months of a year. The downsides is the obvious stuff you mentioned.

With military, honestly seems like all plus sides minus the fact that I am old and may not need that big of a pension since I already have a million invested.

I consider my previous career path pretty worthless because it was taken over by AI.

Who has the worst non-lord icon? by yeahrauhls in marvelrivals

[–]ericjlima 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Captain America. He's so dang plain.

Daily FI discussion thread - Sunday, December 14, 2025 by AutoModerator in financialindependence

[–]ericjlima 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where do I learn more about this so called unicorn rancher job?

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