u/stussybaby101

I see “being cheap” mentioned as an insult at least once in almost every thread here. Personally, I can’t even wrap my head around how someone could think being frugal is a bad thing. I’ve worked in food service/retail and tried to make people aware of deals or sales that could save them a bit of money, and most people are happy to do so because it allows them to spend what they saved on something else they need. Some of the most successful people I know are also the most frugal or “cheap” and pride themselves on being so because it allows them to stretch their money further and the only downside seems to be some social stigma that still lingers. Idk just needed to vent because it’s driving me nuts

USA/FL

Sorry if this is the wrong sub to ask, but my brother and I inherited stocks from our grandmother. We were able to sort most of them out but now nearly five years later I searched her name in the unclaimed property of my state, and it says “CASH IN LIEU OF FRACTIONAL SHARES” / “STOCK REDEMPTION FUNDS” / “UNCLAIMED DIVIDENDS” with various amounts. I’m assuming these are coming from investments that are being held somewhere.
What are my options in this situation? I’d like us to claim them before they are turned over to the state or something.

Sorry if this is the wrong sub to ask, but my brother and I inherited stocks from our grandmother. We were able to sort most of them out but now nearly five years later I searched her name in the unclaimed property of my state, and it says “CASH IN LIEU OF FRACTIONAL SHARES” / “STOCK REDEMPTION FUNDS” / “UNCLAIMED DIVIDENDS” with various amounts. I’m assuming these are coming from investments that are being held somewhere.
What are my options in this situation? I’d like us to claim them before they are turned over to the state or something.

Preparing for my second trip to Tokyo in August and I want to venture outside of the city this time. I’m torn between Kamakura and Nikko, but also wouldn’t be opposed to both if it isn’t too much to squeeze into an 8 day trip. I’m open to an overnight/weekend stay, just don’t want to add too much travel time or stress with luggage. I photograph wildlife, am a big foodie, and enjoy nature/hiking so any suggestions with that in mind are greatly appreciated :)

Looking for something relatively beginner friendly as I usually shoot in natural light. Currently considering the STORM 80c 3-Light Kit which runs about $2000. That’s on the higher end of the budget but I’ve seen it recommended quite a bit. Anyone have experience with this one?

I’ve barely utilized the video function on my own camera (5d mark iv) but I was given a c70 and am feeling really overwhelmed by everything sound. Other things are coming more naturally but I’m not even sure where to start with microphones. I’ve filmed with the built in mic and loved the footage but as you can imagine sound was pretty rough. I’ve since tried to educate myself a bit and it seems like I’m going to need a boom mic if I want to utilize the camera for some low budget filmmaking.

I’d really like to get something that will last me for the next decade or so but will also be simple enough to learn with as I go. I’m okay with spending around $1000-$2000 since I don’t have to worry about investing in new lenses and the body was technically free. The Sennheiser 416 has been recommended a lot but I’m not sure if that’s too “advanced” seeing as I still don’t know what I’m doing. Any help appreciated