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About Fishslayer777

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Child of God, retired/married father of 4 but these days y'all find me fishing, hunting, boating, shooting, RV'ing or just outside. Still driving a stinky ole diesel truck and do my own repairs. Avid DIY'er and built my own home 25 yrs ago. Make America Great Again

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Electric Utilities and Military, Marine issues

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Life Saving Award, Marine Engineer

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Re: What Advice Do You Give The YOUNGER Generation About RETIREMENT?

Of course more is 'better', but the 3 legged approach is where to begin. Few of us should try and live 'debt free'. Better IMO to manage your debt well. Credit can be a path to greater wealth and independence down the road. Avoid debt on items that ...

Fishslayer777 04-10-2021 02:22 PM

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Retirement

Re: What Advice Do You Give The YOUNGER Generation About RETIREMENT?

Three legged stool of savings. 401K or IRA, some real estate, and a fixed income Social Security or Pension. The devil is in the details

Fishslayer777 04-09-2021 02:16 PM

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Housing

Re: What are the Best States for Seniors to Retire?

I've been in Florida since the 70's. Finished my career here and will always call Florida home. It's the water... for me. Fishing, boating , diving has always been part of who I am. Don't dive deep any more, but the water is still the draw. We also ...

Fishslayer777 04-06-2021 06:02 AM

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Re: Are you planning to travel this year?

Of course, however some plans had to be changed due to international restrictions and moved to 2022. This year (so far) includes trips to Alaska (fly), Tennessee, South Carolina (drive) and intrastate travel (Florida) with our RV.

Fishslayer777 03-14-2021 04:08 AM

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