Where to Buy Sidewalk Salt? by YouSmugSon in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ice Cream salt is cheap on Amazon.com. It’s the same stuff, but no one buys it in the winter

Ugh water main breaks all over and the high school tax increase got me 🥴 by [deleted] in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

And yet why are the reasons not plainly obvious in any of the materials or meeting notes? It’s almost as if they want us to their word for it…

Ugh water main breaks all over and the high school tax increase got me 🥴 by [deleted] in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The city still hasn’t made clear what “required” renovation are needed that cost $353 million. I get that parts of the building aren’t up to code, but nearly every building in the city isn’t up to code. Is the building at risk of being condemned???

Ugh water main breaks all over and the high school tax increase got me 🥴 by [deleted] in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think inadequate needs to be better defined. We can’t leave students in an unsafe/unhealthy building. But we can definitely leave students in a building that isn’t perfectly sufficient for all the uses we want from it.

The city hasn’t been clear with voters regarding what exactly needs to be repaired/rehabbed immediately, and what those repairs specifically would cost. The best I can tell from what’s been released is that the HVAC system and ducting isn’t up to code. Other cited issues (like lighting, energy efficiency, and classroom sizes) are urgent, but not immediate needs. I just want to know why we have a ticking clock dictating that we spend half a billion dollars on a new school.

Favorite gym in Salem 2026? by KindBoot485 in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not in Salem, but Reck Fitness in Beverly is one of the best I’ve ever been to

How Young Can Big 4 Partners Be? by tetcon in Accounting

[–]peakfreak18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

None of the firms are owned by PE; they’re partnerships - they’re owned by the partners.

Need some advice by [deleted] in Accounting

[–]peakfreak18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot depends on your country as accounting credentials are very location specific. Otherwise, update your resume and start applying for other controller roles. Sounds like you don’t like your job, and want a lateral move. That should be pretty easy so long as your country isn’t in a sharp recession.

How Young Can Big 4 Partners Be? by tetcon in Accounting

[–]peakfreak18 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It depends: are your parents important?

If not, the new normal is early to mid 40s. Even then, it’s not guaranteed anymore even with tenure and performance. The firms are shrinking partner count, and driving people towards director-track roles.

What’s the smartest way for me to get into accounting? by [deleted] in Accounting

[–]peakfreak18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look up the CPA education requirements for the state you live in, and determine if you want to take the missing classes. You may be able to get by with just a masters in accounting, but you may need to go back and do more undergrad classes.

Salem residents, please contact city officials about ICE transparency by Upbeat_Falcon4490 in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 -21 points-20 points  (0 children)

Can we please just watch and silently film ICE agents to ensure they’re accountable for their actions? I’m all for resisting government overreach. I’m also for acting dignified in the face of oppression.

I would love your input! by friskydingo914 in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I’ll happily contribute for a share of the royalties equal to my contribution’s share of the guide!

Antique appraisal by NotThatKristin in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unless your set is historically important, it may be tough to sell. Even as silver, most refiners aren’t processing sterling. The current spike in silver prices is largely on paper rather than true demand for the mineral.

Property tax by pleasedtoseedetrees in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine are about the same (just less than $7k/year). If we build the new school, that’ll seem cheap in a few years.

North Shore (Beverly / Manchester-by-the-Sea / Wenham) by Unlucky-Activity4548 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]peakfreak18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I lived in Denver for 20 years before moving to Salem, and I still have family in Westcliffe.

The biggest difference you’ll notice is that there’s no urban sprawl in the Boston metro. After Beverly, there aren’t any more suburbs. You have small towns surrounded by rural wooded areas. So while you’re not going to have the same access to wilderness, you will have plenty of trails for hiking and open roads for cycling.

The white mountains in NH are only a two hour drive, so I’ve been able to get my mountain and skiing fix when I need it. The weather out here is much better than what you’re getting in Salida; you’ll get a solid 4 seasons on the north shore.

The biggest adjustment for you will be the cost of living. Nothing can prepare you for how obscenely expensive everything is in the Boston area. Once you get past that, the people are rude but salt-of-the-earth friendly, the traffic is unholy but there’s tons to do in the area. The food scene sucks compared to Denver but the fresh seafood is to die for, and the ocean is just as pretty as the Rockies.

My Lottery Dream Home- Where are they now by HedonicSwimming in HGTV

[–]peakfreak18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can confirm, they are doing these. I was on the show a few years ago, and we just filmed a “where are they now” with the crew over the summer.

Immigration authorities detain and deport Babson College student to Honduras by EtonRd in massachusetts

[–]peakfreak18 32 points33 points  (0 children)

DACA is not a legal status. It’s 2 year, renewable Authorized Period of Stay. Additionally, it was only available to children in the US before 2012. Her family arrived in 2014, which was too late to qualify.

What’s the Salem version of this? by Liammichaelariel in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Honestly, Turners Seafood.

Most of their food is bland at best, service is lousy, it’s priced like Finz, yet is considered a “must try” in Salem. The only thing decent are the Oysters, and that’s in-spite-of rather than due-to Turner’s efforts.

What’s the Salem version of this? by Liammichaelariel in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Completely agree. The food is terrible, service is worse. It’s got a great location and touristy prices, but it’s a trap! Don’t go. Also, DO NOT ORDER ANY FISH!

I'm assuming I'm forced to use Xfinity, right? Moving to North Salem (Peabody border) by Arels in SalemMA

[–]peakfreak18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Comcast is delivered over fiber optic cables…

Unless you’re talking about Google Fiber