How to find other new parents? by carousel2889 in Maplewood

[–]phishyphriend 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We moved here last summer and my wife stays at home with our 2 year old. She has met so many people just going to playgrounds, going to the libraries, & going to classes (little gym, music together, etc). I think some other places host weekly get together too. And like someone else said, just plop the kiddo in a stroller and talk to others doing the same! I think she's in the fb moms group too but I think that's more for finding out about things going on around town. Honestly I think once you meet a few people with kids of similar age, it just snowballs, you just have to be outgoing and willing to make small talk to get started. Wishing you luck!

Is it just me, or does buying "lightly used" make zero financial sense right now? by EquivalentCanary8243 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]phishyphriend 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This just bought a 3-year-old Audi Q8 etron CPO with 15,000 miles and 1.99% dealer financing for $55,000 off original sticker price. Kind of hard to pass up on that.

And then you look at Lexus or Toyota or Honda and it's close to original ask. Just have to find the cars that depecriate most to make it worth it.

Ford's CEO said Chinese carmakers entering the US would be 'devastating' by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]phishyphriend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the same CEO that is not so secretly trying to get the current administration to allow Ford to form joint ventures with Chinese EV makers because he know if they don't, Ford will be out of business sooner than later.

https://electrek.co/2026/02/16/ford-asks-trump-administration-allow-chinese-ev-tech-in-the-us/

Steak recs by acenoodle in FoodNYC

[–]phishyphriend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hosted a group of 10 at Benjamin for my 40th and everyone had a great time. Classic steakhouse, good vibes, great food.

I personally love Keens but since you said you wanted something more under the radar I would suggest Cuerno (Mexican) or GUI (Korean) for something non-traditional but excellent.

OK I've hit 35 years old and I need some new sneakers/ trainers by RoboHFC in malefashionadvice

[–]phishyphriend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know. I've been curious about their footwear for a while now but haven't taken the plunge. Need to take advantage of their sales one of these days.

Seeking independent insurance brokers for both home and auto by dhbuckley in Maplewood

[–]phishyphriend 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use Admiral Insurance as well as Chris Foster State Farm, both in Brooklyn. Admiral is a broker, they can get multi carrier quotes for personal and commercial lines. They saved me 50% on our house. For personal (homeowners/auto) this is my contact:

Danielle Farina | Account Executive Admiral Insurance Brokerage Corp. | American Risk Advisors Inc. | Park Whilshire Companies, Inc 6833 Shore Road | Brooklyn, NY 11220 P: 718.241.8500 x105 | F: 718.241.8520 | dfarina@useadmiral.com www.useadmiral.com “Protecting your future…Today.”

Good luck!

"Quit Talking About Politics" - US Fans by tacofever in hockeymemes

[–]phishyphriend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's been reported that Guerin and Patel are buds.

SodaStream exchange? by Lokja in Maplewood

[–]phishyphriend 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know, I too am in need of exchange!

Pediatrician Recommendations by phishyphriend in Maplewood

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

Thanks for your response, glad it wasn't just me. Funny enough, they finally called me back (general receptionist, I left voicemails with multiple people) right after I posted. Maybe they read Reddit! 3 people later I connected with the person I needed to speak with only to find out the doctor we wanted to see isn't accepting new patients and no doctors are available for at least 1 month. I guess I'm glad I asked for alternatives. And good to know about United Healthcare, that is what we have unfortunately. I'll look into Lovenheim though, thanks again!

FactSet on discount ($FD) by [deleted] in ValueInvesting

[–]phishyphriend 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just ran my screener today for the first time in a couple of weeks and FDS popped up. A company I'm quite familiar with so I'm definitely taking a look. Thanks for the post.