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ParticipantAs an older native San Diegan (51), I can empathize with the OP’s comments, but in the final analysis, no matter what anyone else tells us, each of us has to look inside ourselves and decide what we want out of life, and what we want for our families.
Both my wife and I enjoyed growing up here, and have enjoyed raising our family here. We love our home and our lifestyle, and are grateful our kids are grown and doing well.
By virtue of our careers as Airline Pilots, we’ve always kept our home in San Diego, and have still had the opportunity to visit and live in other places for extended periods of time.
From these experiences, we’ve seen that there are many great places to live around the world, but, for us, there is no place we would rather be on a permanent basis other than San Diego.
At your age, I do understand your concerns for your long-term financial future and the financial future of your children in a place like San Diego. You are absolutely correct that financial concerns will be paramount for future generations in this city.
Since you have a great job here, your decision to stay or go will not be easy, but I wish you the best in deciding what’s best for you and your family.
ParticipantHave to agree with the consensus that the situation referenced in this thread is extreme to the point of being sad.
Although we live in RSF, our family has always been very “practical,” and are big savers/investors.
My wife and I wanted to retire at 50–we achieved that goal at 51, and should be able to live the rest of our lives the way we want to, primarily because we had a very clear plan.
In my estimation, the best thing a younger person can do is save/invest more than you think you’ll ever need, and seriously evaluate every expenditure–even when you’re making the big bucks.
That’s what we did, because, honestly, no one knows how long their gravy train will last–so many things can happen in life!
Even those making huge amounts of money, as we did as a couple, could see that income disappear over a 20-30 year period–so keep it while you have it!
ParticipantHave to agree with the consensus that the situation referenced in this thread is extreme to the point of being sad.
Although we live in RSF, our family has always been very “practical,” and are big savers/investors.
My wife and I wanted to retire at 50–we achieved that goal at 51, and should be able to live the rest of our lives the way we want to, primarily because we had a very clear plan.
In my estimation, the best thing a younger person can do is save/invest more than you think you’ll ever need, and seriously evaluate every expenditure–even when you’re making the big bucks.
That’s what we did, because, honestly, no one knows how long their gravy train will last–so many things can happen in life!
Even those making huge amounts of money, as we did as a couple, could see that income disappear over a 20-30 year period–so keep it while you have it!
ParticipantHave to agree with the consensus that the situation referenced in this thread is extreme to the point of being sad.
Although we live in RSF, our family has always been very “practical,” and are big savers/investors.
My wife and I wanted to retire at 50–we achieved that goal at 51, and should be able to live the rest of our lives the way we want to, primarily because we had a very clear plan.
In my estimation, the best thing a younger person can do is save/invest more than you think you’ll ever need, and seriously evaluate every expenditure–even when you’re making the big bucks.
That’s what we did, because, honestly, no one knows how long their gravy train will last–so many things can happen in life!
Even those making huge amounts of money, as we did as a couple, could see that income disappear over a 20-30 year period–so keep it while you have it!
ParticipantHave to agree with the consensus that the situation referenced in this thread is extreme to the point of being sad.
Although we live in RSF, our family has always been very “practical,” and are big savers/investors.
My wife and I wanted to retire at 50–we achieved that goal at 51, and should be able to live the rest of our lives the way we want to, primarily because we had a very clear plan.
In my estimation, the best thing a younger person can do is save/invest more than you think you’ll ever need, and seriously evaluate every expenditure–even when you’re making the big bucks.
That’s what we did, because, honestly, no one knows how long their gravy train will last–so many things can happen in life!
Even those making huge amounts of money, as we did as a couple, could see that income disappear over a 20-30 year period–so keep it while you have it!
ParticipantHave to agree with the consensus that the situation referenced in this thread is extreme to the point of being sad.
Although we live in RSF, our family has always been very “practical,” and are big savers/investors.
My wife and I wanted to retire at 50–we achieved that goal at 51, and should be able to live the rest of our lives the way we want to, primarily because we had a very clear plan.
In my estimation, the best thing a younger person can do is save/invest more than you think you’ll ever need, and seriously evaluate every expenditure–even when you’re making the big bucks.
That’s what we did, because, honestly, no one knows how long their gravy train will last–so many things can happen in life!
Even those making huge amounts of money, as we did as a couple, could see that income disappear over a 20-30 year period–so keep it while you have it!
ParticipantEnjoy yourself and stop worrying–especially since money is not the real issue here.
My wife and I are Airline Captains, and can retire anytime. We’re now 51–have a home we love in RSF, the kids are all set, etc., etc., and we’re seriously considering it.
Life is short–make the most of it while you can!
ParticipantEnjoy yourself and stop worrying–especially since money is not the real issue here.
My wife and I are Airline Captains, and can retire anytime. We’re now 51–have a home we love in RSF, the kids are all set, etc., etc., and we’re seriously considering it.
Life is short–make the most of it while you can!
ParticipantEnjoy yourself and stop worrying–especially since money is not the real issue here.
My wife and I are Airline Captains, and can retire anytime. We’re now 51–have a home we love in RSF, the kids are all set, etc., etc., and we’re seriously considering it.
Life is short–make the most of it while you can!
ParticipantEnjoy yourself and stop worrying–especially since money is not the real issue here.
My wife and I are Airline Captains, and can retire anytime. We’re now 51–have a home we love in RSF, the kids are all set, etc., etc., and we’re seriously considering it.
Life is short–make the most of it while you can!
ParticipantEnjoy yourself and stop worrying–especially since money is not the real issue here.
My wife and I are Airline Captains, and can retire anytime. We’re now 51–have a home we love in RSF, the kids are all set, etc., etc., and we’re seriously considering it.
Life is short–make the most of it while you can!
ParticipantThe CITI Dividend and AMEX Simply Cash Business Card used to give us 5% cash back on all purchases for years. We’re at between 1-3% on most now. Sad.
I know we’re dreaming in this economy, but since we pay everything off every month, too, we’d really like to find another 5% cash back only card again, since we really don’t need travel or hotel rewards because of our free airline benefits that will flow into retirement.
All of the posts offer great suggestions, and I’ll keep checking in, to see if anyone has heard of any deals I may have missed.
ParticipantThe CITI Dividend and AMEX Simply Cash Business Card used to give us 5% cash back on all purchases for years. We’re at between 1-3% on most now. Sad.
I know we’re dreaming in this economy, but since we pay everything off every month, too, we’d really like to find another 5% cash back only card again, since we really don’t need travel or hotel rewards because of our free airline benefits that will flow into retirement.
All of the posts offer great suggestions, and I’ll keep checking in, to see if anyone has heard of any deals I may have missed.
ParticipantThe CITI Dividend and AMEX Simply Cash Business Card used to give us 5% cash back on all purchases for years. We’re at between 1-3% on most now. Sad.
I know we’re dreaming in this economy, but since we pay everything off every month, too, we’d really like to find another 5% cash back only card again, since we really don’t need travel or hotel rewards because of our free airline benefits that will flow into retirement.
All of the posts offer great suggestions, and I’ll keep checking in, to see if anyone has heard of any deals I may have missed.
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