[justjim]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

In my neighboring town Short Hills,Nj ( we used to live in Chatham) a young was killed in front of his wife--because 2 thugs wanted his Land Rover--they were just Christmas shopping

I know nothing about Short Hills, NJ but a shooting can happen anywhere in America. However, The Villages ain't NJ, Chicago, NY or LA.

Most of us have way more than we deserve and should be grateful that we live in this land especially on Independence Day July 4th. Put out your flags no matter what "toys" you have or don't have. God Bless The USA!

[Chatbrat]

Short Hills, an area with multi million $ homes--was supposed to be immune from violent crime. It can happen anywhere down-just keeps the odds

[bobbym]

Originally Posted by MikeV

What is so special about Jaguar?

Jag lost my respect when they made the Jaguar X Type from a cheep Ford Contour.

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

Flaunt what--if you're making payments --you don't own it--the bank owns it--why not ride around with a monthly balance sheet on the side window of you car--showing your net worth-now thats saying something-

You must be close friends to know they don't own anything, that the bank does

[Chatbrat]

Absolutely true-never paid 1 cent of interest in my life--that's why I was able to retire @ 52 without a pension

[keithwand]

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[Justus]

I've read all these responses to the OP and have to say I detected not one scintilla of envy in Chatbrat's original post. What I heard was that it's not wise to broadcast to an unknown audience anything that could potentially jeopardize one's personal safety. I took it as a sound observation, and a concern for those who make themselves vulnerable. There are good reasons for not "wearing one's wealth", and it has nothing to do with paranoia. There has been a rise in class envy in this country, and there are those who want what you've got. The OP doesn't seem like that type. Just sayin'...

[looneycat]

Originally Posted by Justus

I've read all these responses to the OP and have to say I detected not one scintilla of envy in Chatbrat's original post. What I heard was that it's not wise to broadcast to an unknown audience anything that could potentially jeopardize one's personal safety. I took it as a sound observation, and a concern for those who make themselves vulnerable. There are good reasons for not "wearing one's wealth", and it has nothing to do with paranoia. There has been a rise in class envy in this country, and there are those who want what you've got. The OP doesn't seem like that type. Just sayin'...

you're right, only a braggart, if he was so concerned he wouldn't mention his 2 mercedes soooo many times.

[Justus]

Originally Posted by looneycat

you're right, only a braggart, if he was so concerned he wouldn't mention his 2 mercedes soooo many times.

Still, the original message was in good faith, don't you think?

[redwitch]

Originally Posted by Justus

Still, the original message was in good faith, don't you think?

No.

[Chatbrat]

The reason I mentioned my cars was dissuade , but it didn't work I was stillaccused of being envious

[Villager Joyce]

And the reason you mentioned debt free and early retirement was to dissuade?

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by zonerboy

Don't waste time worrying. It doesn't prevent bad things from happening. It only prevents you from enjoying the good things. It seems many people posting on TOTV have lives controlled by fear. Lightning is going to strike my house. A sinkhole is going to open up in my front yard. Some one is going to break into my house and steal all my stuff. An alligator is going to bite me. Somebody's dog is going to poop on my lawn. Flesh eating bacteria is going to attack me. I'll eat the wrong foods and ruin my health.

... Don't waste time worrying about getting robbed.
There are lots of articles about antique cars or specialty golf carts -- many in TV are wealthy and have a lot of stuff.
It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that people with premier homes, or who live in Bridgeport or Harmsworth have lots of disposable income.
If the people with the Jags get robbed, I'll eat the Agree Sign. But I don't think I'll have to!

[perrjojo]

Much ado about nothing.

[gomoho]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

Absolutely true-never paid 1 cent of interest in my life--that's why I was able to retire @ 52 without a pension

Not sure what your point is? We purchased lots of things with credit, were able to take advantage of the tax deduction, and retired at 55 with a great pension!. Oh yeah, an a credit score through the roof so I get the advantage of lower rates for insurance, etc. which are partly based on your credit.