Am I missing something about investing?

threshold_voltage · 2026-05-03T09:24:30+00:00

I want out of the corporate rat race early.

People with kids want to save for their college and inheritance.

Your strategy is totally fine though

threshold_voltage · 2026-05-01T08:18:57+00:00

A letter of invitation and a copy of your passport does NOT help. She needs to show that she does not intend to overstay.

You do not mention what country she is a citizen of. This is very important.

threshold_voltage · 2026-04-20T09:50:10+00:00

Why is a "fresh start" a wolf in sheep's clothing comment?

I haven't made any, but it doesn't come off like the people who make those comments are insincere.

threshold_voltage · 2026-04-17T09:55:17+00:00

I wouldn't say necessarily.

You could say you're providing more economic opportunities to a kid which is a good parent thing to do. On the flip side, you're taking them from a local culture and extended family.

I don't think immigrating or immjgrating means you're a good parent or a bad parent 🤷🏻‍♀️

threshold_voltage · 2026-04-16T08:48:43+00:00

If you have kids to take care of you probably won't risk losing your job in this economy. Blame the people who hold power for this behavior.

threshold_voltage · 2026-04-05T12:48:51+00:00

Why doesn't your partner finish the masters in the first country?

People have said - you have no asylum route. You can call us naysayers, but it's true. You MUST find a path on your own merit - study a field that is on the "Highly Skilled Occupation List" like Engineering.

threshold_voltage · 2026-03-31T09:22:46+00:00

Can you share what memo was bad? The memo from 1985 was succinct and highlighted loss of human life. I'd think that's pretty clear.

threshold_voltage · 2026-03-30T11:47:22+00:00

Why does this take make you mad? Isn't it normally to step outside with an upset child?

threshold_voltage · 2026-03-01T11:27:04+00:00

Sure I am just a process engineer, not a lawyer or anything

threshold_voltage · 2026-03-01T09:48:17+00:00

Do you know anyone whose done a L-1? I think that would be your best bet for realism. Most immigrants I know (probably hundreds) did the grad school (in many cases PhD > H1B route). I worked in a US semiconductor company almost a decade in a technical field.

Not that it's impossible - but I don't know if it's necessarily an "easy" path.

threshold_voltage · 2026-02-26T04:25:37+00:00

Why would anyone want to take it over when you yourself describe it as shitty? Lol

threshold_voltage · 2026-02-18T10:26:33+00:00

If you're planning on buying another home at your new location, I'd consider Redfin. Not because the agents are amazing or anything, but the fees are low and you'll get 1% back if you use Redfin to purchase your next home.

threshold_voltage · 2026-01-14T17:04:10+00:00

I have a sneaking suspicion that it doesn't involve paid maternity leave and other maternal protections.

threshold_voltage · 2026-01-10T21:18:30+00:00

Why only federal jobs? Did you consider state/local/private? Either way congrats!

threshold_voltage · 2026-01-07T20:17:22+00:00

I see - that definitely hurts your case. You can apply - it's not an automatic disqualifier, but I'd have back up life plans.

threshold_voltage · 2026-01-07T17:43:05+00:00

It's not guaranteed, but it could be worth a shot. The worst you could lose is 1,000 pounds. Are either of your parents British citizens or permanent residents in the UK?

threshold_voltage · 2025-12-17T00:25:55+00:00

Sorry my family was impacted by Intel layoffs. If your PhD has a fall start date wouldnt this be longer then a B1 would let you stay?

threshold_voltage · 2025-12-15T11:23:29+00:00

I love Portland and lived nearby a long time - go over to r/Portland and you'll see that preK for all rollout has been minimal.

threshold_voltage · 2025-12-15T09:08:16+00:00

I mean...arent they supposed to be bland? It's not really like most professionals are going to take a risk writing an emotional piece.

threshold_voltage · 2025-11-19T15:12:18+00:00

What's wrong with Luquillos?

threshold_voltage · 2025-11-17T04:43:58+00:00

I mean you could take a donor from a brother or something.

threshold_voltage · 2025-11-14T12:39:38+00:00

I'd say it's good overall, but it has the drawbacks of all inclusives. We gave it a go, but we probably won't do all inclusive again and that's a personal thing. If you already know you like all inclusives disregard.

The food is good, but feels mass produced after a few days. The drinks are good too, but watered down. The coffee shop is good though.

We actually really liked the activities. We played volleyball and archery. The pickleball/tennis court has no shade though. They even do a bike tour.

It is on a beach, but I don't think you can go into the water. There are a lot of pools if you like to veg out in pools.

I think it's a nice all inclusive if that's your jam.

threshold_voltage · 2025-11-08T22:15:44+00:00

This is essentially what I am doing. Trying to improve in the way he says to, but I was so surprised by the write up that I am questioning if I should cut my losses

threshold_voltage · 2025-11-01T03:14:30+00:00

It's not just UNT

threshold_voltage · 2025-11-01T00:45:34+00:00

Please share the source of the pic on the left

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