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Old 07-07-2008, 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by jIM_Ohio
we don't knock DR because we don't like him, we mock him because the advice is less than good.

Thats your oppinion and nowhere near fact.
Well of course it's an opinion. (which is right). I deal in the world of opinions every day. People ask my opinions all day.

Actually, I like Suze Orman's advice better than DR's. I can appreciate debt reduction as a worthy goal. In fact, I prefer to reduce debt vs. hold bonds as part of my financial plan.

But if DR is advocating "Pay yourself last" as part of the equation of building wealth, then I very much disagree with that.

As I said, in life, someone will always have their hand out.

You can never go back in time and contribute to your 401(k) and/or Roth. My measley $85,000 portfolio and my home equity (considerable) are all we have to show for our years of hard work. (and our beautiful, kind children)

I really don't care about the "PAID OFF" status on my credit report on all the loans (student and business) I have had.

That and $5.00 will buy you a cup of Starbuck's coffee.

Last edited by Scanner : 07-07-2008 at 09:10 AM.
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