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@SteveOnSpeed Yes

Where you live right now, would $2 million in liquid net worth be enough for you to retire today?

@Investmentkage When you stop comparing to others and define it for yourself. My property taxes for 20 acres, off-grid in MT are 221.00/yr.... Define it for yourself

Me and my partner have a net-worth of 5 million. We are 29 and still feel far behind. At what point do you start to feel wealthy?

@Gabester_WI @jonbrooks Exactly :)

@chronicallyJD @jonbrooks My 80yr old home is about 900sq ft. 😏

We want builders to build starter homes at $200–250k so the next generation can actually... start. Instead, they sell $400–500k+ homes and call them “starter homes.” $3,190/month is NOT a starter home.

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@TheMattViera Always be willing to spend "a little" money for experiences . Especially with loved ones.

I know most people will disagree, but… I’d rather spend $3,000–$4,000 on a mini-retirement than invest it for a future that isn’t guaranteed.

@TheMattViera Right there with you. I don't touch my investments but I do have half my emergency fund in the high yield bonds because 8% is much better than a HYSA. It's all about the purpose

@chronicallyJD Understood, but it may not be as much. It's all relative. Whatever works best for you. I'd rather not touch my investments.

7 signs you're doing better than most people: 1. A paid-off car 2. No credit card debt 3. A travel fund in a HYSA 4. A passport full of stamps 5. A 6–12 month emergency fund 6. No work email outside business hours 7. 20% of your income invested each month

@TheMattViera You are getting the tax on a HYSA too. Sure you have to plan a couple days ahead but it's not a mutual fund. Sell the etf shares you need :)

@chronicallyJD But withdrawing it is not as easy and subjects you capital gains tax, generally speaking. Especially if you travel often. Thanks for sharing.

@jdeamattson Uh... We have more than enough oil and al but unlimited natural gas, not to mention ... Coal. From a production standpoint we are fine. For those that have to drive to work? Yeah it's gonna hurt

Those who blocked wind and solar expansion in the U.S. aren’t look wise right now. China will weather this better than the U.S. because over half its power comes from wind and solar.

@MarketPalmer_ Paying off your mortgage is fantastic

Level 1: "Paying off your mortgage is good." Level 2: "Actually, paying off your mortgage is bad." Level 3: "Paying off your mortgage is good."

@TheMattViera It depends. Are you also able to work from home? Do you have a flexible schedule? Are you exempt?

Many employers say they support work-life balance. But they quietly expect you to answer emails at night, on weekends, and during vacation. That’s not work-life balance. That’s off-the-clock work.

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@TheMattViera There have been studies that have shown that life does significantly improve the more financial resources you have. There is a taper (truly financially rich are generally unhappy) but there is also a sweet spot where your life drastically improves

@chronicallyJD What do you mean?

My friend believes his life will get significantly better when he makes more money. If you can't enjoy the life you have now, more money won't fix that.

@mischavdburg In 5 years it will probably be something else. K8S is a 1% solution.

I don't care if you learn Kubernetes. But in 5 years when you're still making $85K, don't blame: - The economy - Your company - Unfairness You had the data today.

We are getting very close to the point where all source code should be maintained in Switzerland or the Cayman Islands