u/Potential-Fee3333

I see many people in this thread highlighting the need to go to an M7 or a top 20 to succeed post-MBA. Obviously having one from one of those schools is highly regarded and very prestigious, but having an MBA from most of the 130 or so accredited business schools in the US will also propel your career, without a doubt. I graduated from a business school in the 40-50 range, part time, and still not only accomplished what I set out to achieve, but more. I see many people stressing in this thread about rejection from top schools and just want to say that you will be alright if you choose an mba from a lesser ranked school. Don’t let rejection deter you!

Context: we live in dallas TX and want to keep the wedding under 35k. Where do we even start??

Any help is appreciated. Just engaged as of 4 days ago

Engagement ring has already been bought but that’s it

Title says it all. I feel like I am way behind despite my salary. For context:

I’m 29

Make 135k salary plus 20k bonus plus 7k in a 401k match for a total comp of 162k USD

I have 4500 in CC debt

400 in savings

6900 in a brokerage account

19000 in a 401k

I currently owe

26,000 on a car payment
15000 on a personal loan
127,000 on student loans

My expenses are

2200 rent

645 car plus 350 car insurance

490 personal loan

1158 student loans

What can I do?

Credit score of 718

Edit: I drive a 2023 bmw 330i with 36k miles (mba gift to myself, have no family so it was my only gift)

After watching the Michael movie for the 3rd time, I’ve noticed it’s still a full theater two weeks in on a random Thursday. This just shows that the critics are wrong and we the fans love him!!