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Median boomer retirement account $144,000
Realized this same thing when my dad passed three years ago & mom had already paid off a couple outstanding balances that she was, in no way, attached to. -
Median boomer retirement account $144,000
Looking at this as a variety of things but getting students more involved in their local communities through legitimate volunteer opportunities; understanding & engaging in local communities & governments, greater education on civic responsibilities / issues / duties; ethics coursework of some... -
Median boomer retirement account $144,000
Good on ya....as was I during my near decade in Florida....unfortunately, there has been a shunning of this career path by many in education & a negative stigma attached to choosing that path. When entire segments of the education system, government, & society in general repeat the mantra to... -
Median boomer retirement account $144,000
1. Hoping to have a rough version mostly completed by the end of the year. 2. Definitely second this thought....heck, probably 30-50% of the 'teachers' I worked with should not have been teaching but that's what happens when the perception of teachers as legitimate professionals is so poorly... -
Median boomer retirement account $144,000
Such an awesome idea & definitely something that I would hope catches on across the country. BTW - A guy like Mike Rowe would be a phenomenal Secretary of Education! The idea that a college degree is the only way to achieve success is such a terrible line we keep telling every-single-high... -
Median boomer retirement account $144,000
Absolutely agree....your adult refresher classes should definitely be in there, too, possible stipulation of any divorce. -
Median boomer retirement account $144,000
Just my two cents - Basic financial literacy, basic investing, compounding interest, depreciating assets, credit cards, loans & interest rates, etc. should all be part of the high school curriculum in some capacity....however, that would eliminate the abundant debtor mentality that pervades far... -
Coronavirus Coronavirus: In-Iowa General Discussion (Not Limited)
Short answer - basically business as usual with certain modifications but overall quite normal & extremely well handled but they have been very proactive about the severity of it all & the need to get testing done quickly & early. Koreans tend to overreact, so that may have helped initially... -
Coronavirus Coronavirus: In-Iowa General Discussion (Not Limited)
So happy to be living in Korea right now....and so disappointing to see the stark contrast in responses around the world. -
Your Comedian Mount Rushmore
First four that popped into my mind: Carlin, Chappelle, Burr, & Black Others worth consideration, depending on mood: Louis C.K., Attell, Gaffigan, Rock, Tosh, Patton Oswald, Jim Jefferies.... -
[Class of '20] Anthony Smith Commits!
He comes from what has been a perennial powerhouse over at least the past couple decades (I lived about 40 miles away in Tampa), so he has been immersed in a winning culture, has consistently faced top FL talent, & has been the recipient of strong coaching. Unfortunately, Lakeland / Polk County... -
Jalen Suggs info (recruiting)
That's precisely what sealed the deal....just knew it was his destiny, so decided to ride the wave of good news & commit now!- skibumspe
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- Forum: Mens Basketball
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Retiring Outside of the U.S.
Including a variety of links below, each destination offers pros & cons, just depends what an individual is looking for. General: Broad overview of global options. https://internationalliving.com/the-best-places-to-retire/... -
What to Do in Orlando
When I lived there 15+ years ago, downtown (Wall Street area) used to be a great place. Depending on how long people are in town, I definitely second the NASA excursion. Better yet, take a few extra days & stay out on the Space Coast. Lots of great beach towns - New Smyrna, Cocoa, Melbourne... -
Pet Insurance
Just an observation & I may get blasted for this but having spent the past decade living & working overseas in various countries, I think about what a huge difference $25/month would make in the daily lives of those living in the developing world....yet, that same amount to us is a drop in the...