TightwadsThere's saving money, and there's being tight: saving money at the expense of other people, or simply for the miserly hell of it.
Tell us about measures that go beyond simple belt tightening into the realms of Mr Scrooge.
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chthonic, Thu 23 Oct 2008, 13:58)
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TightwadsDepends what you want out of life though. Some people thrive on the accumulation of material things, others couldn't give a flying monkeys toss pouch.
(, Sat 25 Oct 2008, 18:16, 1 reply)
A few points...I do agree that your 'worth' is not all defined by what you have in the bank, as memories of places you have been, things you enjoy (be that a wine or a home theatre full of films) and by another thing you failed to mention - the enjoyment of those around you and the memories that comes with those.
On the other hand, there is also something called common sense and future planning - you owe a five figure sum to the taxman, and have nothing in the way of savings or future plans. If you lose your job (whch can happen for economical/business reasons, or ill health and other problems) you have exactly nothing, so your life by your definition pretty much becomes worthless and leaves you with zip. Something like a pension or saving plan, yes it means you cannot buy quite as many dvds each month, but gives you the opportunity to keep that supply of dvds coming should something happen.
A waste of time, or a wise investment for your future enjoyment and worth?
(, Sun 26 Oct 2008, 23:52, closed)
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