Bought a bigger house to support the hoard because that’s the problem apparently. I knew it and I’m an idiot, held off 5 years. Two mortgages from here on out. 10k a month and I just can’t afford it anymore. My own fault but she said she told me over and over she would declutter and clean up.
New deep fried pickles were awesome and I really liked them with signature sauce. Have also heard ranch, boom boom, honey mustard and ketchup are great.
I’ve gotten into the habit of opening a new checking account pretty much every month when I find a good bonus. A lot of them are in the $300-$600 range. I have the ability to change where my direct deposit goes, so I’ll switch it over, meet the requirements, collect the bonus, and then usually close the account.
I also open a credit card maybe twice a year when there’s a really good signup bonus. Usually those are worth somewhere around $800-$1,500 depending on how you value the points or rewards. My credit score is currently around 815, so fortunately the inquiries and new accounts haven’t really hurt me much.
The funny thing is, I honestly don’t need the money. I’m doing pretty well financially already. I just genuinely enjoy taking advantage of the bonuses that these huge banks and credit card companies are offering.
I know some people probably think it’s not worth the hassle, but I kind of look at it as a game. If a bank is willing to pay me $500 to move my direct deposit over for a few months, I’m going to take the $500.
Anyone else do this regularly? How much have you made from bank and credit card signup bonuses?
People like you are exactly why I bring this up. The fact that a giant corporation has convinced so many drivers to accept these conditions simply because they're labeled "independent contractors" is part of the problem.
If you're truly operating as an independent business, where's your business license? Where's your business insurance? Most drivers aren't running a business in the traditional sense—they're individuals using their own vehicles, fuel, and time to generate income while DoorDash controls much of the platform and pay structure.
Just because someone is classified as an independent contractor doesn't mean we shouldn't question whether the compensation is fair. Too many drivers spend unpaid time waiting for orders or driving to pickups, and when you factor in vehicle expenses, many struggle to earn a reasonable wage.
I know they are always in a lawsuit but it has gotten so bad. Drivers aren't paid while waiting for orders, and in many cases aren't paid for the miles driven to pick them up. If you accept most of the orders sent to you, it's hard to see how many drivers are making anywhere near minimum wage after accounting for vehicle expenses using the IRS federal mileage rate.
Has anyone seen a recent update on the lawsuit or any progress toward fair compensation for drivers' time and expenses?
Minnesota marriage debate of the week:
I said I wanted tater tot hotdish. We were out of tots, canned corn, and green beans. So like a loyal Minnesotan, I drove to Aldi to save dinner.
I come back and my wife is in the bathroom. Meanwhile the beef and onions are absolutely fighting for their lives on the stove. Burnt. Smokier than a bonfire at deer camp.
Now here’s the debate:
She says I’m at fault because I SAW it cooking and didn’t stir it.
I say I was never informed I had accepted the position of “Acting Assistant Hotdish Supervisor” while she was gone for 3 minutes.
So who’s wrong here?
The guy who heroically sourced emergency tots and vegetables?
Or the person who left ground beef unattended like it was self-driving?
Please answer carefully because apparently this determines whether I get hotdish or attitude tonight.
1997 McDonald’s $5.15/hr crew
1998 McDonald’s $5.50/hr
1999 McDonald’s $8.50/hr. Crew Lead
2000 McDonald’s $9.00/hr
2001 Culver’s $10.00/hr crew
2002 Culver’s $10.75/hr
2003 Culver’s $11.50/hr. Crew lead
2004 Culver’s $12.50/hr
2005 Culver’s $13.00/hr. Management
2006 Culver’s $13.25/hr
2007 Culver’s $15/hr. Assistant Manager
2008 Culver’s 49k/year. GM
2009 Culver’s 52k/year
2010 Culver’s 60k/year
2011 Culver’s 66k/year
2012 Culver’s 71k/year
2013 Culver’s 75k/year
2014 Culver’s 80k/year
2015 Culver’s 84k/year
2016 Culver’s 89k/year
2017 Culver’s 80k Owner
2018 Culver’s 110k
2019 Culver’s 125k
2020 Culver’s 450k
2021 Culver’s 225k
2022 Culver’s 220k
2023 Culver’s 250k
2024 Culver’s 500k
2025 Culver’s 280k