Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
JG. If you're going to pile on, remember that it should be one rule for all and not selective like it is now!
If that's how you see me, then it's a good job that I'm going. Looks like the forum will be better off for it. Oh, and for the record, I've only ever tried to be honest and straightforward. To the best of my knowledge, I have NEVER been caustic or uncalled for on purpose. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by Guindalf
(Post 12186010)
JG. If you're going to pile on, remember that it should be one rule for all and not selective like it is now!
If that's how you see me, then it's a good job that I'm going. Looks like the forum will be better off for it. Oh, and for the record, I've only ever tried to be honest and straightforward. To the best of my knowledge, I have NEVER been caustic or uncalled for on purpose. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Hi All,
I haven't been offended by anyone's comments or opinions it is better for me to have mixed views. Yes in Chicago you might go one place and a Pepper is $4 but you can go 10mins down the road to the mexican supermarket and it is $1 Cigarettes vary from $5-$15 they are going to show me all the cheapest shops. Also so assuming I get taxed 35% I know it will be less anyway as I'm not in that bracket = $3114 A serviced apartment all bills included is $1275+ so say $1400 Healthcare and Dental $181 Phone bill (company pay for) Car I get a rental car for work which I can use sometimes for free Flights I get one flight a year return paid for me and I can claim tax back on extra flights if I pass the London Office Subway $100 This will leave me after with at least $1433 for food, toiletries, social activities and flights. I fail to believe that this is not enough for a single person to live on? I think the first few weeks may be harder, but once I learn the right shops to go to (which I'll be shown) |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by jalby1992
(Post 12186658)
Hi All,
Also so assuming I get taxed 35% I know it will be less anyway as I'm not in that bracket = $3114 Then there is 401k. They will be deducting from you each month for that too. Cigarettes for $5 a pack? You know what's going on there when the cost is less than the tax on a regular, legal pack. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by Twinkle0927
(Post 12186808)
Not in what bracket? ....
.... Cigarettes for $5 a pack? You know what's going on there when the cost is less than the tax on a regular, legal pack. That said, the OP might want to think about quitting, in my experience far fewer people smoke here in the US, especially in non-industial/ non-manual occupations and wandering off for a cig-break is much less common than it was even when I arrived 14 years ago. It is also possible, if not likely, that smoking will cost you more for your health insurance - many employers now provide cash rebates for employees who have healthier lifestyles, specifically including not smoking, not drinking excessively, keeping their weight under control, and having an annual physical check-up. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by Twinkle0927
(Post 12186808)
Not in what bracket? As a single person with no children you will have proportionately the highest tax deduction possible from your salary. There are allowances for each dependent. So the person sitting at the desk next to you who is married and has three children will be paying less than you in taxes even if you are earning the same gross salary.
Then there is 401k. They will be deducting from you each month for that too. Cigarettes for $5 a pack? You know what's going on there when the cost is less than the tax on a regular, legal pack. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
I know nothing about Illinois but here in Washington state you have to a tribal member to buy the cigarettes without tax and buying that way for re-sale is not permitted.
But I don't even smoke so it doesn't bother me. They can be $100 a pack as far as I'm concerned. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by Pulaski
(Post 12186816)
It is also possihle, if not likely, that smoking will cost you more for your health insurance - many employers now provide cash rebates for employees who have healthier lifestyles, specifically including not smoking, not drinking excessively, and keeping their weight under control.
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Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by Pulaski
(Post 12186816)
IMO 35% is a good high estimate of taxes and compulsory deductions. My deductions are about 35% including my 401k, though I have mortgage interest to deduct, as well as a dependent child.
https://smartasset.com/taxes/illinoi...tor#ODcei7YScp rent looks like it's $900 + for 1 bed, but I don't know good or bad areas. Plus bills. https://chicago.craigslist.org/searc...labilityMode=0 You will probably want to get renters insurance.10$ / month Internet and TV starts from $50 for basic internet , up to $200 if you want medium TV package/internet deal. If you do ever have to buy a car, insurance in the US is expensive.Car payments and insurance can easily get to be $1000 a month. It's quite easy to rack up medical/dental expenses , especially if you have a high deductible plan. It costs me around $300 to see a doctor until my deductible is met. This may vary by region. I'm sure you will be OK, people tend to manage on what they have. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by Twinkle0927
(Post 12186835)
I know nothing about Illinois but here in Washington state you have to a tribal member to buy the cigarettes without tax and buying that way for re-sale is not permitted.
But I don't even smoke so it doesn't bother me. They can be $100 a pack as far as I'm concerned. New York man dies after chokehold by police - CNN.com if you're honest you may want to pay the use tax on unstamped cigarettes. Form RC-44, Cigarette Use Tax Return, is filed as needed, on a per-purchase basis, to pay tax on unstamped cigarettes purchased from a seller and is due within 30 days of the purchase. http://tax.illinois.gov/Businesses/T.../cigarette.htm I doubt if anyone pays this, same as in Washington when people buy cigarettes in Oregon. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by Twinkle0927
(Post 12186808)
Not in what bracket? As a single person with no children you will have proportionately the highest tax deduction possible from your salary. There are allowances for each dependent. So the person sitting at the desk next to you who is married and has three children will be paying less than you in taxes even if you are earning the same gross salary.
Then there is 401k. They will be deducting from you each month for that too. Cigarettes for $5 a pack? You know what's going on there when the cost is less than the tax on a regular, legal pack. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Originally Posted by mrken30
(Post 12186920)
Didn't that guy in New York get killed for selling illegal cigarettes?
New York man dies after chokehold by police - CNN.com if you're honest you may want to pay the use tax on unstamped cigarettes. Form RC-44, Cigarette Use Tax Return, is filed as needed, on a per-purchase basis, to pay tax on unstamped cigarettes purchased from a seller and is due within 30 days of the purchase. Cigarette & Cigarette Use Taxes I doubt if anyone pays this, same as in Washington when people buy cigarettes in Oregon. |
Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Visa paperwork from my employer is being sent in 10 days
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Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
How did visa go mate? I'm in similar situation
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Re: Off topic posts removed from Job Offer of a Life Time! But I have co
Embassy appointment on 23rd march trying to get an earlier appointment. Will let you all know how it goes. I got cut off on the phone whilst disclosing convictions only disclosed drink driving which they said isnt a problem...eventually. None of the paperwork has asked me to disclose all convictions. Just a tick box if I have ever been arrested or not.
But the lawyers I expect will want to see my ACRO certificate and then tell my employer. Hopefully they will be okay with it. One last hurdle before the embassy. Will let you all know the outcome |
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