Financial success is he freedom to work the way I want to work, with whom I want to work, when I want to work and where I want to work, which most importantly, only surrounds the rest of my life plans instead of encumbering them.
I understand your point of view, but personally I'm on Joe's side. I studied Latin as well and I regret it now. I went to school in Germany and when you chose Latin you were stuck with it until your graduation. So when you end up not liking it, you just had to swallow that pill and continue with learning the language.
I do have to say it's pretty cool that in a lot of languages you can find words and sayings that are based on Latin and may makes it easier learning other languages. But then again, Italian and Spanish are very closely related to Latin as well and have these words and sayings in a similar fashion too.
I would advise people to learn it when they are a big fan of the culture and the Latin history and maybe want to do something with that as a career choice.
For me it's not beneficial for my career choices and hobbies and it never happened that I got the opportunity to use my knowledge of it. Except maybe when going to a museum. But I still wish I could've taken back all these hours of hard work learning Latin and using the time to learn Spanish or something else instead.
Financial success means not stressing over every penny. It means earning enough to cover all of the necessities, afford some of the extras and have enough left over for savings/retirement. In other words, I'm back in school so I can eventually rejoin the middle class.
Financial success to me means not worrying about money -- feeling like I can go shopping and buy whatever I want without wondering whether or not I can afford it. It's more akin to 'safety' than success. I think I'm almost there but that's mostly because I am generally pretty frugal and don't need to buy a ton of things.
Thanks for all of the great tips! I will definitely try them out. Last week I was placing an order with BB&B. It's the first time I've ordered from them online and didn't realize that the 20% off coupons are only good in store. I asked for moderator assistance and he explained everything to me. To my surprise, he then offered me a 20% off discount that would be applied to my order.
To be debt-free, have enough savings to deal with most emergencies that come up, own your own home (whether big or small), and have plenty of money to help others and give to charity.
I purchased a non-refundable all inclusive vacation to the Caribbean, but the only issue is now there is the Zika Virus outbreak after I had already made my purchase. My husband and I are planning to start a family soon and would like to not put our future children at risk. How do I get a refund back from a vacation company that refuses to talk to me whenever I ask about refund or just anything in particular with my package. How do I deal with them and how can I get a refund or at least a response.
Financial success means having investments that will make money so I don't have to. But it's more of a dream, really, because I'm not willing to study harder or work more hours to achieve it.
While this information may sound reassuring there is always a risk of cookware contaminating your food. Why not just eliminate the worry by purchasing cookware made from a tested all naturally material such as 100% tested pure-clay. The benefits don't just stop with it being inert, it cooks with a gentler form of heat known as infrared heat which unlike metals penetrates deep in food without destroying nutritional cells. pure-clay is naturally non-stick and locks in steam to create moist flavorful meals.
Financial success to me means having and regularly contributing to our savings - particularly a retirement fund - and having those savings work for me via investment. This gives me great peace of mind and still allows for being ready to pay for the unexpected and enjoy some perks along the way. But as I grow older, I find I am not interested in more belongings. We are downsizing a bit right now and I am finding it to be a relief to donate or otherwise get rid of stuff.
Financial success means not being a wage slave. Not owing anyone, having an emergency fund and owning my home. Soon I will be retired with a small pension, some savings and freedom. Freedom is financial success!
I think financial success is finally not living paycheck to paycheck and being at a place where you can make your money work for YOU (e.g. investments, etc).
Avid? Sure thing. When the boys were small it's how we kept them clothed. I can't imagine paying retail. Most of my better stuff is from the thrifts. They last and look good forever. It's our go to place for DH's imported silk ties and dress shirts.
One example. Our eldest needed fancy duds for his high school graduation. While his classmates did the rental thing, we did it discount. Thrift store tux $5.50. "Retired" shirt from a tux rental place, $15. Silver gray cumberbund and tie, online for about $16. A whole lost of spiff for under $40. Plus he wore the outfit on other occasions.
Financial success is he freedom to work the way I want to work, with whom I want to work, when I want to work and where I want to work, which most importantly, only surrounds the rest of my life plans instead of encumbering them.
Hi Alyssa,
I understand your point of view, but personally I'm on Joe's side. I studied Latin as well and I regret it now. I went to school in Germany and when you chose Latin you were stuck with it until your graduation. So when you end up not liking it, you just had to swallow that pill and continue with learning the language.
I do have to say it's pretty cool that in a lot of languages you can find words and sayings that are based on Latin and may makes it easier learning other languages. But then again, Italian and Spanish are very closely related to Latin as well and have these words and sayings in a similar fashion too.
I would advise people to learn it when they are a big fan of the culture and the Latin history and maybe want to do something with that as a career choice.
For me it's not beneficial for my career choices and hobbies and it never happened that I got the opportunity to use my knowledge of it. Except maybe when going to a museum. But I still wish I could've taken back all these hours of hard work learning Latin and using the time to learn Spanish or something else instead.
Financial success means not stressing over every penny. It means earning enough to cover all of the necessities, afford some of the extras and have enough left over for savings/retirement. In other words, I'm back in school so I can eventually rejoin the middle class.
Financial success means having the house paid off so I can start my own business.
wrong...dollar store has all this for less than 20 bucks and makes a seasons worth.
Financial success to me means not worrying about money -- feeling like I can go shopping and buy whatever I want without wondering whether or not I can afford it. It's more akin to 'safety' than success. I think I'm almost there but that's mostly because I am generally pretty frugal and don't need to buy a ton of things.
Being able to retire!
Thanks for all of the great tips! I will definitely try them out. Last week I was placing an order with BB&B. It's the first time I've ordered from them online and didn't realize that the 20% off coupons are only good in store. I asked for moderator assistance and he explained everything to me. To my surprise, he then offered me a 20% off discount that would be applied to my order.
Good read! We've done #'s 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 11 and 12! All worthwhile saving strategies when travelling.
It means being able to give my family everything they could want and need.
I would add 'Artbeads' (online jewelry DIY beads, kits, findings, etc.) and J.Crew
To be debt-free, have enough savings to deal with most emergencies that come up, own your own home (whether big or small), and have plenty of money to help others and give to charity.
I purchased a non-refundable all inclusive vacation to the Caribbean, but the only issue is now there is the Zika Virus outbreak after I had already made my purchase. My husband and I are planning to start a family soon and would like to not put our future children at risk. How do I get a refund back from a vacation company that refuses to talk to me whenever I ask about refund or just anything in particular with my package. How do I deal with them and how can I get a refund or at least a response.
Financial success means having investments that will make money so I don't have to. But it's more of a dream, really, because I'm not willing to study harder or work more hours to achieve it.
While this information may sound reassuring there is always a risk of cookware contaminating your food. Why not just eliminate the worry by purchasing cookware made from a tested all naturally material such as 100% tested pure-clay. The benefits don't just stop with it being inert, it cooks with a gentler form of heat known as infrared heat which unlike metals penetrates deep in food without destroying nutritional cells. pure-clay is naturally non-stick and locks in steam to create moist flavorful meals.
Thanks for the 411. Thats good to know. I was about to open a checking / savings with them but changed my mind after I read this.
Very informative, lots of great ideas!
Being debt free and staying ahead of track on saving for retirement.
Financial success is being in control, and not having money (or lack of) control me.
Financial success to me means having and regularly contributing to our savings - particularly a retirement fund - and having those savings work for me via investment. This gives me great peace of mind and still allows for being ready to pay for the unexpected and enjoy some perks along the way. But as I grow older, I find I am not interested in more belongings. We are downsizing a bit right now and I am finding it to be a relief to donate or otherwise get rid of stuff.
Financial success means not being a wage slave. Not owing anyone, having an emergency fund and owning my home. Soon I will be retired with a small pension, some savings and freedom. Freedom is financial success!
I think financial success is finally not living paycheck to paycheck and being at a place where you can make your money work for YOU (e.g. investments, etc).
no because we can not control other people choices
Avid? Sure thing. When the boys were small it's how we kept them clothed. I can't imagine paying retail. Most of my better stuff is from the thrifts. They last and look good forever. It's our go to place for DH's imported silk ties and dress shirts.
One example. Our eldest needed fancy duds for his high school graduation. While his classmates did the rental thing, we did it discount. Thrift store tux $5.50. "Retired" shirt from a tux rental place, $15. Silver gray cumberbund and tie, online for about $16. A whole lost of spiff for under $40. Plus he wore the outfit on other occasions.
I'd add Costco and Lands' End to this list!