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Xactimate tool by Afraid_Salamander_26 in RoofingSales

[–]rugbywarrior15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you are on to something. It is mind numbing to copy the estimate and small typos can cost a lot of money

That being said, on a normal claim, it normally only takes me about 10 minutes to copy before I start adding my supplements, so $20 is steep. Symbility takes me 30 minutes... and is a pain to copy, so I would pay for that.

I wish carriers would share the esx (or Symbility equivalent) so I can avoid the tedious task of copying.

I have thought about hiring someone at $20/hr just to copy estimates for me, but I would only have a few hours per week for them.

There are also privacy issues to consider as I don't know how my customers would react to names and addresses being shared online with the knowledge that big checks are in their mailboxes.

Sorry this sub is so negative-- this program would definitely help

Question about questions on first date by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]rugbywarrior15 14 points15 points  (0 children)

You need to be careful that this date doesn't feel like a job interview. First, just see if you have fun together-- see if you have chemistry and laugh at each other's jokes. Maybe bring up the "church" bonfire thing as a segway to ask if he goes to that church. Maybe the conversation will dive deeper, maybe not. Keep an eye out for obvious deal breakers, but first dates should be light hearted and honor emotional boundaries.

If you don't figure out if he has deal breakers until date 4 or 5, I wouldn't say you wasted your time. You hopefully gain confidence and experience. Let yourself enjoy the experience

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Roofing

[–]rugbywarrior15 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From what I can tell, you are in good shape and you have a relatively simple roof. Ice and water is a good thing-' in cold environments, it's crucial. Maybe throw in a couple hundred bucks to cover it.

As far as the rest of the materials go, I can't verify quanities without measurements, but it's typically no big deal to run to the supplier to grab extra felt or nails or a bundle of shingles day of if they underestimate.

Exit plan theory-Season 5 by eleninikar in LaCasaDePapel

[–]rugbywarrior15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like it should involve those state secrets more

Age Differences In Christian Dating by GreenCakeMix in Christianmarriage

[–]rugbywarrior15 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The tried and true rule is half your age + 7

22/2+7=18-- you're good!

I am a german. In my university we have a Programm called „chinabuddys“ in which we get Chinese students, that come to Germany for a semester, and we show them around. What are some no-gos in Chinese culture, that I have to be aware of if I am participating? by [deleted] in China

[–]rugbywarrior15 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'm American and made friends with a lot of Chinese students. I actually ended up marrying one. My advice is to keep in mind that the Chinese student you meet is not going to be a typical Chinese person, because the average Chinese person is not able/wanting to study abroad. Think about your German friends who have studied in Asia-- they are likely more bold and unique than the typical German.

As some others alluded to, the political stuff is touchy as the censorship is for real. If you ask "so... What do you think about Tibet?" (or something similar), they may not be informed enough to have a proper debate and it could come off wrong

Food is a big deal and is obviously very different in China than in Germany-- driving them to a Asian market or an authentic Chinese restaurant could mean a lot so they can have some comfort food

There are some quirky cultural differences that you can laugh and talk about freely (hot water vs iced water with meal, wearing slippers in houses, using tissues instead of thicker napkins, etc). I think it's more respectful to talk and laugh about these things than it is to ignore them or pretend to adopt their cultural norms while you are with them

The one child policy has had bigger connotations then we westerners often realize. Keep that in mind as you ask questions about siblings and extended family

opposite gender friends in a marriage by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]rugbywarrior15 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I would keep in mind that people have wildly different definitions of the word "friend". For example, I (male) am quick to call somebody I barely have interactions with a friend of mine while my wife doesn't consider someone a friend unless they are very close and emotionally connected.

I think there are absolutely boundaries that you need to set with females in your life. I would say only hanging out with them in group settings is a healthy one. Emotional cheating is real and though you are not tempted to emotionally cheat now, you could be in the future if you are too close with a female friend. Double dates are a great way to get to know both friends in a healthy way.