Droppinbg back a bit, my tax rate is US 35% (my wife works), not sure about the state rate in CO. Hell, I'm not against taxes, they allow me to live in this great coutry. Wouldn't want them above 50%, but can't complain too much about where they are.
More and more I think companies are hiring on experience, but you can slip slightly above your level if you can convince someone you're a good investment. Of course, it seems most interviews come down to the "would I have a beer with this person" test, which is fine. Personally I think having a team of people that like each other and get along rates above experience.
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