[quote=flu][quote=flyer]Historically, I’ve been a very patriotic person, but, as someone mentioned in an article I read recently–beyond a “popularity contest,” I, too, never believed the outcome of this election will make much difference in the “real lives” of most Americans. I guess only time will tell.

As now, IMHO, in four more years, eight more years, twelve more years, etc., etc., I believe that 5% or less of the population will still hold the wealth in this country–so, looking at the financial realities of our country–I don’t really see how the “American Dream” will materialize for more people based upon any particular elected official.

Since most of us “Piggs” are in that 5%, I realize there could be some financial challenges imposed along the way, but nothing we can’t handle.[/quote]

Actually, I think during this time, it will be a great opportunity for the smart money to really milk this for all it is….We’re gonna be spending more and more money, no doubt. Smart people will get on the bandwagon and milk it like there is no tomorrow…

Time to buy more property.. Rates are gonna stay low, we’re gonna have more bailouts…It’s all good…Worry about our kid’s future later. If you have a nestegg established, who cares about everyone else’s kid that doesn’t… Their problem, not yours… You’re kidding yourself if you think most americans (democrats or republicans) really care anymore about the future…They want their HELOC loans back damnit now, so they can get into a BMW for $300/month! Did anyone notice the surge of new cars in SD recently? Good times are here again!

Frankly, I’m crossing the line and milk this… ….Stay tuned.

One thing for sure… If you got a lot of stock/stock options…This year’s the year to dump them lol…[/quote]

Agree, Flu and AN–Like you, I “milked” it long ago. That’s why we’re in the top 5%, and, I might add, very happy to be there!!

Since we’ve already done the property thing, etc., the “smart money” in our circle has been investing in movie deals–ever heard of “Harry Potter” and “Twilight?” That’s the direction we’ve been going over the past few years, with great results. The international “take” is especially sweeeeet!

I wish you the best with all of your new
quests–go for it!!