General Adulthood, Planning for the Future: Business, College, Budgeting, Investments, etc! $$$ - General

[QUOTE=Pascall;50034808]I have to get my wisdom teeth out maybe later this year or early next year or something when I can afford it. I'm mostly just worried about the blood. I have a pretty hair-trigger gag reflex when there's stuff in my mouth.[/QUOTE] I've got bad gag reflex. But I didn't have any problems when I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth taken out. What I suggest is you ask whoever is putting you under to try and accommodate for that. After 2 or more hours after you're awake, you usually should be able to remove any gauze they've left in there.

Wife and I were [I]this[/I] close to getting our offer for a house accepted. It was the perfect house at the perfect price, great location. They went with the other offer. Sighhhh back to looking everyday

[QUOTE=insane taco;50036607]Wife and I were [I]this[/I] close to getting our offer for a house accepted. It was the perfect house at the perfect price, great location. They went with the other offer. Sighhhh back to looking everyday[/QUOTE] Is it still within your budget to provide a counter-offer?

[QUOTE=HumanAbyss;50035223]It just seems like regardless of the vehicle, i'm going to need money I don't have to invest in things. Realistically, I need to move to a different city, but I would really rather not do that as this is my birth place, my favourite city in the world, and a truly fantastic cultural area, but I really keep seeing that I'll have to leave my home, something my girlfriend/fiance refuses to do, to make a real living. Living expenses are so high here that I really can't put away anymore than a few hundred here or there because it's an unfeasibly high cost. I need a raise from my boss's boss, but my company is dragging their feet like a motherfucker in terms of actually doing anything in regards to that and to be totally frank, I'm not even sure how to bargain for a higher wage. I had a huge fight with my mother a few weeks back about this very same thing and I just couldn't figure out a way that I could reasonably ask for the wage I feel I need.[/QUOTE] Check out the book "Negotiation Genius: How to Overcom!e Obstacles and Achieve Brilliant Results at the Bargaining Table and Beyond." It is a breakdown on the art and science of negotiation in general, and can be applied to many different facets of everyday life. It dramatically raised my confidence level, my professional education, and helped me get an amazing deal on my new home despite incredibly skittish sellers and a litany of expensive and worrisome repairs that needed to be made. Without having read that book, I wouldn't be closing that deal on Tuesday. I actually had [I]fun[/I] negotiating that! As nervous as I was, I was also fucking [B]excited[/B] about each new issue, because it gave me an opportunity to test the lessons I was learning under fire, and I nailed it! Despite the seller trying to back out TWICE after over $15,000 in necessary repairs were uncovered during the inspection process, I managed to bring them back to the table both times, have them agree to cover entire cost of repairs, and have them actually thank me for it, and all I had to concede on my end was agreeing to cover a small share of the closing costs (about $1800), and the cost of a homemade gift basket with some fancy chocolates and a handwritten letter. I would not have been able to do this without that book. So as far as getting you a raise? Man, I can't promise that reading this book will actually get you your raise, but I can promise that you will feel much more confident in asking for it, and be able to make a MUCH more effective case for yourself. More importantly, it will stick with you for the rest of your life, benefiting you over and over again. Seriously, I can't recommend it enough! Some parts of it are a little dry, I'll admit (especially on audio), but it's worth it.

Oh boy, here we go. Back in the day I had an online friend who told me that Network Marketing was the "way out" I guess he meant that you didn't have to study much or really get a degree. I knew nothing of Network Marketing, but when I saw I needed a partner to do it, I blew it off. Eventually I got into stocks - stocks aren't going so well for me. Anyone recommend a couple stocks that will pay off long dividend?

[QUOTE=Pascall;50036237]The dentist I went to said they're impacted and are causing a bit of crowding. But I may go to another dentist for a second opinion. I need to get a few smaller cavities filled too sometime soon so I'll probably see what that dentist says. The first one was suspiciously trying to sell me as many procedures ON THAT DAY that I went and it was giving me a lot of red flags. So I'll probably wait.[/QUOTE] My lower two were impacted and it was fucking up the bone growth of my jaw/back molars so I had to have them removed It's not just an in-and-out procedure since impacted means they actually require oral surgery (at least in my case, they had to crack the teeth and pull the pieces out instead of just yanking them). I got put under because fuck listening to that, and we paid for like 45 mins of anesthesia so that's about how long it took for just the two (and unfortunately I did NOTHING interesting while coming to, I walked to the recovery room and laid there looking around for 20 mins without remembering before my consciousness kicked back on and I asked my parents how long they'd been there with me :v:). Mine only bled for like 2 hours when I got home and I only replaced the gauze once. From my adam's apple to just under my eyes/tip of my nose being completely numb (including both lips and my tongue, try drinking anything without those) and those stupid dissolveable stitches that were super hard not to poke at with my tongue were way more discomforting than any pain I felt through all of the time I was recovering. They gave me like a 2 week prescription of Vicodin but I never had to take any, just took ibuprofen and ate lots of pudding (like legit 2-3 cups a day) and Gatorade, although apparently such a small amount of pain is atypical. [editline]30th March 2016[/editline] Honestly my biggest issue was keeping my energy up, with it being so hard to eat at one point I stood up, walked to the kitchen, and almost blacked out standing there talking to my mom (she almost had to grab me so I didn't fall over)

I only needed my lower 2 wisdom teeth out, and it wasn't anything too special, so they just numbed the shit out of my mouth and gave me the nitrous gas, no anesthesia. I had no tolerance built up for nitrous, so I got pretty wonky on it. Right after they pulled the first one, while I could feel blood running all over my mouth, I asked the dentist if I could keep the teeth. She laughed and said sure whatever. A couple days later, one of the stitches came a little loose and I kept getting food stuck in the empty hole, so I would dig out the food with a toothpick. Then I noticed if I looked in a mirror I could see all the way down to my jawbone. It didn't hurt or anything, and it healed up fine, but I didn't learn until after that that's what dry socket is. [editline]31st March 2016[/editline] I got codiene for mine, that shit was great.

Day 2 of recovery. My mouth finally stopped bleeding and is kinda sore still. My mom keeps telling me to take the Hydrocodon they gave me, but it doesn't hurt [I]that[/I] bad. I also have a new best friend [IMG]http://c.shld.net/rpx/i/s/i/spin/image/spin_prod_ec_1565151602?hei=333&wid=333&op_sharpen=1[/IMG]

[QUOTE=DanTehMan;50037159]Is it still within your budget to provide a counter-offer?[/QUOTE] Nope, both of our offers actually got maxed out. We had a clause that stated whatever the other couple offered we would offer 1000 more, well it turns out that they had the same clause and our loan got maxed.

I can only imagine how much it bites when you find that "perfect" house, and it gets snatched away from you. The good news is that there are always more homes out there, and new ones constantly hitting the market! You'll find another home that captures your interest, hopefully even without having to max out your budget, because keep in mind that the offer is not the only part of the deal in which you may need to bring cash. Depending on the market, you may be expected to pay a certain share of closing costs, repair costs, inspections, or even have to raise your offer later. It's always better to have some wiggle room in your budget after your initial offer has been accepted. [editline]1st April 2016[/editline] Moving sucks by the way. Been packing all damn day, and I feel like we've barely made a dent. We bought twenty boxes from Home Depot and are almost out already. :(

[QUOTE=Big Dumb American;50044926]I can only imagine how much it bites when you find that "perfect" house, and it gets snatched away from you. The good news is that there are always more homes out there, and new ones constantly hitting the market! You'll find another home that captures your interest, hopefully even without having to max out your budget, because keep in mind that the offer is not the only part of the deal in which you may need to bring cash. Depending on the market, you may be expected to pay a certain share of closing costs, repair costs, inspections, or even have to raise your offer later. It's always better to have some wiggle room in your budget after your initial offer has been accepted. [editline]1st April 2016[/editline] Moving sucks by the way. Been packing all damn day, and I feel like we've barely made a dent. We bought twenty boxes from Home Depot and are almost out already. :([/QUOTE] Go to a supermarket or walmart and ask for a bunch of empty packing boxes. Generally they will gladly give you as many as you want for free.

Slightly different track, how [I]the fuck[/I] do you get rid of Giardia in dogs? Third goddamn time ours have been treated, and it just keeps coming back. The first thirty minutes of every day for the past week, and every other time they get it, is spent scrubbing liquid shit. I know this is going to sound weird, but that is getting a [B]bit irritating[/B]. These little fuckers even gave it to me! One of them brought it home from doggy daycare about two months ago, and we haven't been able to get rid of it. Every time we treat them, it just comes back. We've steamcleaned the entire house, poopscooped the whole yard, etc. The shit I'm finding online says I have to spray bleach over every inch of the yard, which is of course going to kill literally everything back there. I'm sure my landlord will appreciate that.

[QUOTE=Big Dumb American;50046877]Slightly different track, how [I]the fuck[/I] do you get rid of Giardia in dogs? Third goddamn time ours have been treated, and it just keeps coming back. The first thirty minutes of every day for the past week, and every other time they get it, is spent scrubbing liquid shit. I know this is going to sound weird, but that is getting a [B]bit irritating[/B]. These little fuckers even gave it to me! One of them brought it home from doggy daycare about two months ago, and we haven't been able to get rid of it. Every time we treat them, it just comes back. We've steamcleaned the entire house, poopscooped the whole yard, etc. The shit I'm finding online says I have to spray bleach over every inch of the yard, which is of course going to kill literally everything back there. I'm sure my landlord will appreciate that.[/QUOTE] I'd take him back to the vet and get the prescription for it, then keep him on a leash any time that you take him outside. Just watch what he's sticking his nose in. I'm sure by now you know how they get it [sp]eating literal shit, or drinking water around it[/sp], so if you can keep them separate until they finish their prescriptions, that might be the safest way to go.

being broke and having no income is a great way to teach yourself self-restraint

[QUOTE=Revenge282;50046916]I'd take him back to the vet and get the prescription for it, then keep him on a leash any time that you take him outside. Just watch what he's sticking his nose in. I'm sure by now you know how they get it [sp]eating literal shit, or drinking water around it[/sp], so if you can keep them separate until they finish their prescriptions, that might be the safest way to go.[/QUOTE] I'm about to take him back to the breeder lol. Trade him in for a new model!

I'm currently working towards my GED after being a hermit for most of my childhood, yet i'm stuck in a place where i'm not really sure what to do after I find a job after obtaining my GED. I'm not entirely sure what I have to offer beyond tech related stuff. (I taught myself video-making, powerpoints, working with filling out documents.), I am a good people's person, but I can't help but feel like my grandparent's tough way of living is disswaying my motivation or way of thinking. Them being country folk who never sat down for more than 6 hours a night for sleep compared to me being relatively new with adulthood. Any advice would be very appreciated

[QUOTE=Big Dumb American;50050867]I'm about to take him back to the breeder lol. Trade him in for a new model![/QUOTE] Is it that same dog from the pic where you threw him in the trash?

[QUOTE=TrafficMan;50051177]Is it that same dog from the pic where you threw him in the trash?[/QUOTE] At least his poops are small. It's my German Shepherd, Cicero, who is killing me with this shit storm.

I'm moving to Boston from the UK soon. I have no doubt I'm going to forget a bunch of things I should do/prepare/have/etc. Anyone done something similar or have any suggestions?

[QUOTE=chaz13;50059583]I'm moving to Boston from the UK soon. I have no doubt I'm going to forget a bunch of things I should do/prepare/have/etc. Anyone done something similar or have any suggestions?[/QUOTE] Becoming a U.S. Citizen or for work? Boston in particular has terrible roads since its so old and its been expanded upon over the years. I would recommend having a bike in addition to a car since that will provide a convenient alternative mode of transportation. Other than that the people of Boston are great, 10/10 accents, lots of historic American culture. Other things I would suggest are getting converters for American outlets and becoming familiar with the American unit system. Also if you're becoming a citizen you are not recognized as American by your peers until you purchase your first firearm.

I'm studying to be an actor and I'm attending college next Fall in Orange County, California. The community college I'm going to has a renowned acting(*) program. Even though I'm still studying, I've managed to make my way into semi-pro shows, which is where they start to pay you. I'm actually pretty scared. Starting out is pretty rough if you're trying to make a living off of it. I'm thankful to have such a supporting family, but I know they won't always be there. Some stage actors I've met seem to live on the road, traveling where ever there is theater work, do it as a second job, or just as a hobby. My high school teacher told me that if I just focused on acting and, "do it really fucking well," I can pull through. I'm scared if I'll be able to make a living, but at the same time I can't imagine spending most of my work life sitting at a cubicle. I'd rather die. There isn't really any line of well paying work that interests me. I know I'm probably over reacting, but it really has been messing with me for a while.

[QUOTE=Qaus;50046993]being broke and having no income is a great way to teach yourself self-restraint[/QUOTE] Or understanding that well-being is freedom as well-standing can be enslavement.

[QUOTE=RIPBILLYMAYS;50061990]Becoming a U.S. Citizen or for work? Boston in particular has terrible roads since its so old and its been expanded upon over the years. I would recommend having a bike in addition to a car since that will provide a convenient alternative mode of transportation. Other than that the people of Boston are great, 10/10 accents, lots of historic American culture. Other things I would suggest are getting converters for American outlets and becoming familiar with the American unit system. Also if you're becoming a citizen you are not recognized as American by your peers until you purchase your first firearm.[/QUOTE] Thanks! It's for a Phd so I'll probably be around for 5 years. But by that time I'll pretty much have my life there so it wouldn't be surprising if it's a permanent move for me.. Exciting!

[QUOTE=chaz13;50062849]Thanks! It's for a Phd so I'll probably be around for 5 years. But by that time I'll pretty much have my life there so it wouldn't be surprising if it's a permanent move for me.. Exciting![/QUOTE] Some other info is that Somerville is the most densely population city in New England (so expect no room anywhere for anything), Boston and the surrounding areas have very tricky to navigate streets (hence why alternatives are strongly suggested; I've never personally had an accident down there, just lots of missed turns and general frustration), as well as really shit road quality. And there is a disparity in housing, as you generally have to choose from high-end "luxury" apartments meant for single people or couples, or much more subpar units that don't quite fit the "just right" category of being well equipped and spacious but not overly excessive. That's mainly going by what I've read and some bits of what I've been told. Every time I've entertained the idea of moving down there I find it's not straightforward housing-wise. Probably not overly useful information, but if for whatever reason you need a calmer city, Manchester and Portsmouth up here in New Hampshire are decent alternatives, although are lacking in comparison due to size.

[QUOTE=Paincake;50062364]I'm studying to be an actor and I'm attending college next Fall in Orange County, California. The community college I'm going to has a renowned theater program. Even though I'm still studying, I've managed to make my way into semi-pro shows, which is where they start to pay you. I'm actually pretty scared. Starting out is pretty rough if you're trying to make a living off of it. I'm thankful to have such a supporting family, but I know they won't always be there. Some stage actors I've met seem to live on the road, traveling where ever there is theater work, do it as a second job, or just as a hobby. My high school teacher told me that if I just focused on acting and, "do it really fucking well," I can pull through. I'm scared if I'll be able to make a living, but at the same time I can't imagine spending most of my work life sitting at a cubicle. I'd rather die. There isn't really any line of well paying work that interests me. I know I'm probably over reacting, but it really has been messing with me for a while.[/QUOTE] Do you have a focus? Stage vs camera work? If you are really interested, make sure your acting resume is in top shape. Have you looked into agents? If you have successful friends make sure to talk to them about how the sustain that lifestyle. I was a theatre minor in college (most of my friends majored/work in that field) so I understand a bit about it.

[QUOTE=NO ONE;50063544]Some other info is that Somerville is the most densely population city in New England (so expect no room anywhere for anything), Boston and the surrounding areas have very tricky to navigate streets (hence why alternatives are strongly suggested; I've never personally had an accident down there, just lots of missed turns and general frustration), as well as really shit road quality. And there is a disparity in housing, as you generally have to choose from high-end "luxury" apartments meant for single people or couples, or much more subpar units that don't quite fit the "just right" category of being well equipped and spacious but not overly excessive. That's mainly going by what I've read and some bits of what I've been told. Every time I've entertained the idea of moving down there I find it's not straightforward housing-wise. Probably not overly useful information, but if for whatever reason you need a calmer city, Manchester and Portsmouth up here in New Hampshire are decent alternatives, although are lacking in comparison due to size.[/QUOTE] Thanks for the tips! I worked in Boston for 3 motnhs last summer so I have a fairly good idea about the transportation/neighbourhoods/etc. I lived in JP which was pretty quirky but too out of the way for me now so I'll probably aim for allston/brighton/Fenway area I think. I am tempted to get a car for the fun factor but I don't reaaaally have any need for one. I'll probably wait a year or so and decide on that then.

it cost 10000 dollars to become a us citizen

Is there any good online tutoring services for math, science, ect? :v:

[QUOTE=Zelle;50066004]Is there any good online tutoring services for math, science, ect? :v:[/QUOTE] YouTube, Kahn Academy. Literally YouTube alone got me through AP Calculus in high school.

[QUOTE=Solodris;50062795]Or understanding that well-being is freedom as well-standing can be enslavement.[/QUOTE] i'm neither well off nor well so it doesn't really matter to me.