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The Way Forward

sweetapogee

(1,211 posts)

7. not a good idea

Reply to bluestarone (Original post)

Wed Feb 26, 2025, 08:34 AM

Feb 2025

When our friends, family and neighbors were buying bigger homes, taking expensive vacations and leasing luxury cars, living like they were rich, my partner and I were living like we were poor and investing in index funds and single stocks, avoiding debt and driving older cars, going on inexpensive vacations and living debt free so that we could retire with dignity. I don't think this is a good idea as our retirement happiness depends on our investments. Have a great day!