Who needs a million dollars? Apparently, nobody

[Davidson Deac II]

On 6/19/2024 at 12:13 PM, Paa Langfart said:

until you yourself actually come down with one of the disadvantages that they decide not to cover.  Like I said - they make it all seem great with little perks that basically cost them nothing because most people don't take advantage of them.  

 

 

Those things that they don't cover, Medicare doesn't cover either.  So I am not sure what your point is.  Like I said, if you are saying the Medicare program itself needs to be overhauled, I might agree.  But Medicare advantage is better than plain Medicare.  

[Davidson Deac II]

Also, having Dental insurance is NOT a "little perk".  

[PootieNunu]

On 7/13/2024 at 3:17 PM, Davidson Deac II said:

Its expensive, no doubt.  And a big concern.  But I think you are exaggerating a little.  My wife works at one of the high end retirement homes and the cost is about 8000 per month and is all inclusive (food, most medicine, in house medical care).  Of course, the cost may be higher in other areas. If you start out with a million when you move in, it would last about 10 years for one person, or 5 years for two.  A more average facility in the area we live is around 5 grand a month.  

Who in the fug has 5k per month, let alone 8k per month? Legit rich mofos thats who

[Davidson Deac II]

25 minutes ago, PootieNunu said:

Who in the fug has 5k per month, let alone 8k per month? Legit rich mofos thats who

I was responding to the individual who said a million wouldn't last very long.  

[Dingo_ate_Babies]

My dad is essentially doing this. He's retired, makes social security, and lives alone. No mortgage and limited bills. He just has to buy food and limit his expenses. He doesn't need much money-wise at this point of his life. He also relies on the generosity of others.

Edited August 1, 2024 by Dingo_ate_Babies

[jasonluckydog]

I keep reading about folks moving to places like Thailand and they live very comfortable just off their social security.  Rent starts at $200 a month for a house and everything is cheap. I need to work on my Mandarin.