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You may be referring to the reinstatement of the 6.2% payroll tax, which will increase taxes for most households.

IMO, this particular source of revenue will amount to a drop in the bucket with regard to offsetting the trillions in debt we are amassing in this country, the bulk of which younger generations will definitely pay for in one way or another.

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[quote=AN][quote=flu]AN, you’re really an exception…Millenials are slightly better than Generation X (not much, but slightly better….) Baby boomers by far are the worst when it comes to entitlements :)[/quote]
I’m pretty a lot of us on here are exceptions to our respective generation.[/quote]

I think you and probably many in your age group are an exception, AN, and will do very well, just like I, and most people I know are exceptions to the “Baby Boomer” generalizations.

Yet, when you look at the overall stats, in all age groups, (and I know I’ve said this before) only around 5% of the population have a net worth of over a million. In fact, I just read the median net worth of most Americans is around $57K, including primary residence–really??!!

http://money.cnn.com/2012/09/11/news/economy/wealth-net-worth/index.html

So, you have a very large percentage of the population who are too rich for assistance, yet too poor to sustain themselves long-term, (i.e. through retirement) and, IMHO that’s a real concern for our society as a whole.

I realize most of us here are in at least the top 10%, but this is a real eye-opener. Moral: As flu said–take care of your own!!

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You’ve got a great family, squat!

Happy New Year!

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[quote=flu][quote=flyer]We had the news on in the den during most of “party time” tonight, and it seems things are looking better than expected–for now. Feel sorry for future generations, though.

Happy New Year![/quote]

Hell, I’m still working night before new year. Find me a millienial that is. Too darn bad…I tried to care, but I gave up…I’ll just take care of my own kid and be done with it. Everyone else’s kid is everyone else’s problem.[/quote]

Still up with a house full of guests, so thought I’d reply flu.

I agree that we all absolutely have to take care of our own, and, believe me, everyone in our family has done so to the greatest degree possible. We’ve all tried to create plans so that our kids will enjoy their lives as much as we have.

It’s still unfortunate to realize what those who may not have families who have planned well for them will be facing in the future with regard to jobs, housing, retirement and, and. . .

Only time will tell how all of this will play out.

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We had the news on in the den during most of “party time” tonight, and it seems things are looking better than expected–for now. Feel sorry for future generations, though.

Happy New Year!

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Along with our neighborhood, family members own homes in 92107 (Sunset Cliffs), 92106 (Point Loma), 92037 (LJ), etc. etc., and all have noticed the low inventory as well.

Since we all bought our homes many years ago, it’s really a moot point, but still interesting to see another cycle play out.

Should be extremely interesting to see what happens in the next 5-10 years with so little “buildable land” left in desirable areas. It could present a real challenge for future buyers.

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This is the first time I’ve read through this thread, and, although it seems to have gone very OT, it is a great read.

We spend lots of time in France, Hawaii, and many other spots we love around the world, and completely understand how you feel about living in both, Jazzman.

My wife, in particular, lives for France. When she was young, she studied music there for about three years at the University of Paris-la Sorbonne, and has gone back every year since.

We’ve spent a month at a time or more in just about every country, but are particulary drawn to the countrysides of France and Italy.

Each seem to have a “soul” about them that you just don’t find elsewhere, and it’s something that stays with us, even when we come back to RSF.

Enjoy!

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[quote=Allan from Fallbrook][quote=FormerOwner]I think MOST people are decent but there is definitely a certain percentage of self-centered jerks in our midst. In addition, a lot of the newer cars and SUV’s have HORRIBLE visibility and are driven by distracted drivers. [/quote]

I remember heading into the intersection at Winchester and Ynez (in Temecula) on a just-turned green light, when a big red Suburban blew a red and just about T-boned me. Well-coiffed blonde in the driver’s seat, yapping away on a cell phone, with a whole brood of squalling chilluns in the back.

I lay on the horn and she flips me off, while mouthing “Eff you” through her window. As she blows past, I notice the Jesus fish and a Linfield Christian School bumper sticker.

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Allan, if this wasn’t so sad, it would be hilarious.

In jest of course, my solution to the “attitude problem” that is so prevalent in our society, would be to require everyone to post their validated net worth on their vehicle for all to see.

Based on the stats, that should temper about 95% of the population.

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Really glad to hear you took the time to help this guy out, flu. It could make all the difference in how this works out for him.

I’ve stopped to be a witness in a couple of situations, and it did effect the outcome for the innocent party.

In all aspects of life, “what goes around, comes around,” and that works both ways. I’ve seen this proven out time after time.

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Granted, since my kids are in their late 20’s, some of the concerns that exist for parents today are different from the ones we had.

I was always more concerned about funding their trust funds (should they need them) than any mortal danger they might face.

Going forward, I think that will become even more crucial–if you want your kids to survive financially.

edit: Of course, based upon what Allan just posted, we may have some other concerns to deal with as well.

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[quote=SK in CV][quote=Allan from Fallbrook]
Perhaps this sounds overly paranoid to you, but the thought of voluntarily disarming myself in the face of ever-increasing government intrusion and control just doesn’t seem like a good idea.[/quote]

I totally get that part. I happen to fear government intrusion only slightly less than I fear those more paranoid than you, those accumulating both weapons and ammunition in anticipation of what they see as an inevitably necessary armed resurrection.[/quote]

Personally, I think both opinions above represent valid concerns, but, sadly, I think far more insidious elements (debt, unemployment, etc., etc.) have, are, and will continue to destroy the quality of life for present and future generations to a far greater degree.

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Speaking of “epidemics.” IMHO, there seems to be “epidemic” of insanity at the core of these horrific acts. I have many opinions as to why this “mind or mindless set” is escalating within society, but I’ll leave that discussion to the experts.

This growing “insanity factor” makes these occurences all the more frightening, since there is really very little we can do to control this type of wild card as a society–confirming the “Safety is an Illusion” premise of the OP.

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You go, squat–and here’s a toast to many more lifts in your future!

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Have seen a new Tesla or two on the streets in my neighborhood in
RSF–neat car. Still think I’ll keep my Porsche.

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[quote=Allan from Fallbrook]Flyer: I think everything in life is part of a larger cycle and we’re now seeing the pendulum swinging in the opposite direction from self-involved materialism, which is soulless and lacks any sort of spiritual or humanitarian gratification.

I heard someone remark that, “Poor is the new rich”, and that comment really struck me in the sense that more and more people I know are embracing a simpler, smaller lifestyle and forsaking the trappings of consumerism.[/quote]

Allan, “Poor is the new rich,” could certainly be taken to mean many different things of late, but, in the way you intended, I agree, that achieving financial success that is soulless could create a very empty life.

As long as people take responsibility for their lives, and can financially take care of themselves all the way through their retirement years, I’m all for everyone creating whatever lifestyle is most fulfilling to them.

Personally, we’ve always been spiritually-based people, and believe the financial security we enjoy is something we need to get through this life, then pass along, and not an end unto itself.

Our lives have been enriched far beyond financial means via the many philanthropic and creative endeavors we’ve been involved in over the years, and I’m glad to hear more people might be following suit–it’s a very rewarding way to live!

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