#reddit-discussions
#reddit-discussions

4 weeks ago

11 Movie Musical Adaptations That Nailed It, And 11 That Were Total Disasters

Chicago works because it's one of the only ones that didn't think of a movie as an improvement on the limitations of the stage, but rather imported the idiosyncrasies of theatre into the movie.

Film

fromCreative Bloq

Don't look at this optical illusion in public

The spinning ballerina optical illusion has sparked lively debates on which way she spins, suggesting a link between perception and cognitive dominance.

OMG science

#retirement-planning

Retirement

Skipping a $50K Advisor Fee After Losing a Spouse-Wise or Foolish?

Retirement

With $850,000 saved and a $500,000 income, we want to retire in the near future - should we shift to dividend stocks?

Skipping a $50K Advisor Fee After Losing a Spouse-Wise or Foolish?

Paying $50K for a financial advisor may be justified given the user's significant assets and need for expertise.

Understanding the value of financial advisory services is crucial for decision-making.

Retirement

With $850,000 saved and a $500,000 income, we want to retire in the near future - should we shift to dividend stocks?

more#retirement-planning

Travelers Are Sharing The Interesting Thing They Saw Abroad That They Wanted To Bring Back Home

In Italy, everywhere you look, there are bars that sell cappuccinos, bottled drinks (including alcohol), and pre-made sandwiches ready to be slapped on a panini grill. All for really cheap prices.

Europe news

#parenting

Parenting

People With Kids Are Sharing The Parenting "Rules" They Chose Not To Follow (And Are So Much Happier For It)

Parents often find relief and success in disregarding traditional parenting rules in favor of personalized approaches.

fromScary Mommy

Parenting

Parents Are Sharing What They Did With Their First Kid That They'd Never Do With Their Second

Parents learn from experience, often changing their parenting strategies for subsequent children.

Many parents regret over-tracking infant metrics and being too strict with schedules.

Parenting

People With Kids Are Sharing The Parenting "Rules" They Chose Not To Follow (And Are So Much Happier For It)

Parents often find relief and success in disregarding traditional parenting rules in favor of personalized approaches.

Parenting

fromScary Mommy

Parents Are Sharing What They Did With Their First Kid That They'd Never Do With Their Second

Parents learn from experience, often changing their parenting strategies for subsequent children.

Many parents regret over-tracking infant metrics and being too strict with schedules.

At almost 40 years old, we have $3.5 million and could hit $10 million by 50 - but how do people scale to $50 million+?

Amassing $50 million typically requires high income, exceptional investment returns, or creating a successful business rather than just saving.

Should I Borrow Against My $4 Million Stock Portfolio to Fund My Sons' College Expenses?

Many Redditors expressed concern over the user's plan to borrow against his investment to fund college, suggesting it could jeopardize his goal to retire early.

Retirement

I'm 28 and have banked $340k, should I leave my Financial Advisor?

The importance of researching and choosing the right financial advisor is crucial for investment success.

Remodel

I'm torn: Should I refinance my 8% mortgage to 7% with $2k in closing costs or stick with my current loan?

Cryptocurrency

Why I'm Ready to Cancel My AMEX Gold Card - The Hidden Costs of Coupon Cards

Retirement

What's the difference between a financial planner and a financial advisor?

I'm 28 and have banked $340k, should I leave my Financial Advisor?

The importance of researching and choosing the right financial advisor is crucial for investment success.

Remodel

I'm torn: Should I refinance my 8% mortgage to 7% with $2k in closing costs or stick with my current loan?

Cryptocurrency

Why I'm Ready to Cancel My AMEX Gold Card - The Hidden Costs of Coupon Cards

Retirement

What's the difference between a financial planner and a financial advisor?

more#financial-advice

'Bridezilla' makes dangerous demand of flower girl

"Personally I think that 1.5 is too young to straighten her hair, it's not good for it and the risk of burning is significant."

Parenting

#air-travel

Food & drink

Flight passenger calls out 'nasty cologne' wearer, igniting airplane etiquette debate

DC food

Flight attendants dish on how they know you're breaking this flying rule

Parenting

Flight passenger 'guilted' into swapping seats by 'stupid parents' with baby

Food & drink

Flight passenger calls out 'nasty cologne' wearer, igniting airplane etiquette debate

DC food

Flight attendants dish on how they know you're breaking this flying rule

Parenting

Flight passenger 'guilted' into swapping seats by 'stupid parents' with baby

Should We Pull Money From Our 401(k) to Eliminate Our Credit Card Debt?

Consider the long-term costs of withdrawing from retirement accounts to pay down debt.

Retirement

Is My 2.5% Cashback Card Worth the Hassle - Should I Switch to a Simpler Option?

4 months ago

Should We Pull Money From Our 401(k) to Eliminate Our Credit Card Debt?

Consider the long-term costs of withdrawing from retirement accounts to pay down debt.

Retirement

Is My 2.5% Cashback Card Worth the Hassle - Should I Switch to a Simpler Option?

more#personal-finance

Doctors And Medical Professionals Are Sharing The Unsolicited Medical Questions Friends Asked Them

I am not a doctor, but I am a respiratory therapist. During one of the waves of COVID, a lab tech's mom was admitted and was on a BiPAP...

Mental health

SF food

Delta passenger's obscene act caught on camera inside airport lounge: 'Savagery'

Hoarding free food in airport lounges sparks debate over etiquette among travelers.

I Gave My 30-Day Notice to Retire Early-When Will the Reality Hit Me?

Retirement reality often hits when one wakes up with no work commitments, transitioning from a long work routine.