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Old 02-03-2008, 08:41 PM
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Default Re: Dilemma - Perfect House But Not Ready to Buy

We had the same dilemma last June. I still have another 15 months until I can completely pull the plug, but the "perfect house, in just the right spot, etc." came available - and what was worse, the price was better than we had expected.

Well, to make a long story short, we bought. Now we find ourselves floating between DC and TV every few weeks, and will continue that practice until formal retirement. The carrying costs had to be considered, but - location, location, location - won out.

Hindsight being 20-20, we are still pleased with the decision. Our neighbors are fantastic, and I can't think of a better place for frequent mini-vacations every other month.

Would my accountant or business advisor have blessed this decision? Not on their balance sheets! But there's more to life than counting the coins, and what good are the coins if they can't bring you peace of mind????

Whatever your choice, it won't be the wrong one....