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The Lounge
04-23-2014, 01:24 PM
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California Driver's License
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Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: California Driver's License
It really just depends on the person you get at the DMV. My license is valid for 4 years.
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Other Topics
02-26-2014, 03:55 PM
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First time flier Advice
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socaldreamer
Re: First time flier Advice
I wouldn't suggest bringing your EAD. It's Vegas after all, and you might end up losing it. Anyway, a trip to the airport is usually pretty uneventful. I've flown multiple times from LA to LV, LA to...
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The Lounge
02-05-2014, 11:44 AM
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Granting Permanent Residency Through Marriage
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2,177
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socaldreamer
Re: Granting Permanent Residency Through Marriage
Wow, I'm actually in the exact same boat as you! I just completed my packet (concurrent I-130 and I-485) and will ship it out tomorrow. I didn't file for an I-765, because my DACA doesn't expire...
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03-05-2013, 01:29 PM
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Public accounting
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Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: Public accounting
I've applied to a couple of small CPA firms and had my resume forwarded by old college buddies to Big 4 and large national firms. I've still had no luck getting an interview so far. I'm hoping it's...
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The Lounge
02-05-2013, 03:19 PM
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Have you gotten approved for any credit cards yet?
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4,005
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socaldreamer
Re: Have you gotten approved for any credit cards yet?
I tried to apply for this but got denied, because the system couldn't find my SSN. Word of advice, wait more than 4 weeks after getting your SSN before applying for a CC (unless you have money for a...
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02-01-2013, 09:55 PM
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Your challenges of getting a Job after EAD
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socaldreamer
Re: Your challenges of getting a Job after EAD
So I'm trying to apply to this job at a pretty big accounting firm, and the employment authorization question is weird. There are only 4 options, none of which applies to us, I think.
1) I am...
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The Lounge
01-31-2013, 08:45 PM
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Have you gotten approved for any credit cards yet?
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4,005
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: Have you gotten approved for any credit cards yet?
I got denied by Capital One, so I got a secured card from my bank.
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The Lounge
01-31-2013, 03:29 PM
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Social Security Tax?
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socaldreamer
Re: Social Security Tax?
For tax purposes, we are considered resident aliens, because it is based on the number of days that you've been in the country (not legal status). The only ones exempt from FICA (Social Security and...
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01-29-2013, 09:23 PM
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Bus "Adventures"
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2,578
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: Bus "Adventures"
I remember my mom telling me to touch the seat first before I sit, because sometimes, homeless people pee on them. That's what I did throughout college. Lol.
The worst feeling though has to be...
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The Lounge
01-28-2013, 06:49 PM
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CA DL thread
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205,928
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: CA DL thread
I got my DL last week with a 2017 expiration. I went to Fullerton for my written and Pomona for my behind the wheel.
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The Lounge
01-22-2013, 12:51 PM
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CA DL thread
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205,928
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: CA DL thread
I ended up having to fly on the same day that my ID was to be delivered. My flight was early in the morning though, so I had to use my passport (with my EAD as backup). I've heard stories of people...
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The Lounge
01-18-2013, 02:24 PM
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Marriage, I-485 interview
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2,137
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: Marriage, I-485 interview
Good luck! Let us know how it goes! I'm getting married over the summer, so I'm really curious. Lol.
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The Lounge
01-16-2013, 06:48 PM
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CA DL thread
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Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: CA DL thread
I passed my behind the wheel test today! The lady I got at the Pomona DMV was nice and fair, which is all you can hope for. Good luck to everyone else!
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The Lounge
01-15-2013, 08:59 PM
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Can California college students please answer this question?
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1,661
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: Can California college students please answer this question?
If I remember correctly, you need to prove 2 things to establish residency for tuition purposes: physical residency and legal status. For physical residency, you need to have stayed in CA for at...
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The Lounge
01-14-2013, 07:32 PM
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CA DL thread
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205,928
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: CA DL thread
Has anyone taken their behind the wheel test at the Pomona DMV? My test is on Wednesday. Any tips would be great!
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The Lounge
12-31-2012, 08:46 PM
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Orange County Dreamers (DACA, EAD, SSN)
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socaldreamer
Re: Orange County Dreamers (DACA, EAD, SSN)
Has anyone gone to the Fullerton DMV? I'm going this Wednesday.
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The Lounge
12-31-2012, 08:43 PM
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SSA, SSN and wait times
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113,201
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: SSA, SSN and wait times
I got my card today (3 business days after applying).
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The Lounge
12-27-2012, 04:58 PM
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Accounting Majors Assemble
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15,890
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socaldreamer
Re: Accounting Majors Assemble
I didn't think about the VITA program. I'll look into that.
As far as the CPA exam goes, I haven't taken any parts yet. We didn't go into too much depth on IFRS in 2010, and I don't know how much...
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The Lounge
12-27-2012, 01:13 PM
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Accounting Majors Assemble
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Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: Accounting Majors Assemble
Has anyone had any luck getting into a Big 4 or a large national/regional firm? I graduated with honors in 2010 and haven't worked in the accounting field. I'm kind of lost and don't know how to get...
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The Lounge
12-26-2012, 05:47 PM
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SSA, SSN and wait times
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113,201
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: SSA, SSN and wait times
I went to the Brea office today and waited about 20 minutes. The guy just asked if I've ever applied before and what my mom's maiden name was. He said I should get my card within 7-10 days. I asked...
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The Lounge
12-17-2012, 01:18 PM
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How does getting the SSN work?
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1,176
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: How does getting the SSN work?
Does anyone know if I need to go to the "local" SSA office that they give you on the website (based on your zip code)? There's a different one that's close to my work, so I can go there during my...
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The Lounge
12-14-2012, 06:40 PM
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socaldreamer
Re: *****Daca approvals <------******
I JUST GOT APPROVED!!!
It's been a long time coming, and it finally happened! I didn't even realize it, but I got 2 texts that my cases had updates. My heart started pounding while I checked...
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The Lounge
01-20-2011, 11:04 PM
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marriage question
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1,438
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: marriage question
If I'm not mistaken, it's possible for you to do that. The main thing that you have to prove to the USCIS is that it's a bona fide marriage. During the interview process, you need to show...
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The News Room
12-08-2010, 07:43 PM
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HOUSE on DREAM ACT!!! LIVE
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12,217
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: HOUSE on DREAM ACT!!! LIVE
They're voting on the "Rules of Debate" for DREAM. Anyone know what this means?
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Other Topics
11-02-2010, 05:38 PM
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College Graduates?
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913
Posted By
socaldreamer
Re: College Graduates?
I graduated last June from a CSU as well. To be honest, there are gonna be good days and bad days. Mine have been mostly ok to good, with a little bit of slight depression sprinkled in once in a...
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