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Old 09-02-2025, 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Aces4 View Post
And spend what's left of your days trying to manage your investments. Do what makes you happy. Per AI: Assuming a recent $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot, a cash option payout is estimated to be around $589 million before taxes. A lottery winner's final amount will vary based on their total taxable income and state of residence. After federal and state taxes, the final take-home amount could range from over $371 million to under $300 million. Btw, I think going out broke would be the perfect ending, last penny gone on the last day.
I rarely played mega millions and don’t ever since $5 ticket. I haven’t played Powerball this go around yet due to outrageous odds. I do occasionally play something that has lower odds when jack pot up, besides if I win probably give it to son anyway…