By: Portland Man
Yabbut… I just looked for matrices on CL (by owner), 2002-2006, I found 3 or 4 for less than $6,000 – all with branded titles. The one clean title car I found (locally) is an automatic with more miles...
View ArticleBy: JaneMD
I too was wondering about the wife’s participation since she wasn’t really mentioned – other than being healthy. She most be involved since the household is so frugal. Does she have savings, debt,...
View ArticleBy: Justin Lilly
The nice thing is, for programming, you don’t actually need a degree. I never got one (dropped out after 5 years of school, none of which were comp-sci) and managed to stay gainfully employed since. I...
View ArticleBy: Gina
Thanks for posting, I have learned the following from reading about Portland man: That I need to refinance the house.. That dogs are money seeking leeches! But I love them anyway! :) Had a conversation...
View ArticleBy: FreeUrChains
Lol, “spill my lunch plate”- Tell him to just carry a walmart bag filled with 5 apples for lunches. This would kill 3 birds with one stone (Healthy, wealthy, and Wise). Better yet, plant potato and...
View ArticleBy: FreeUrChains
Also, Less driving means less opportunity for Tickets. The Gov, State, Local are all desperate for money, thus they are really enforcing their money making (slightly immoral, but for better overall...
View ArticleBy: FreeUrChains
Engineering Work Life: Drive to Cubicle, Sit in Cubicle for 8+ hours, Real Work for 1 hour per day because machines and technology are 1000x more efficient and self-autonomous then 40 years ago thanks...
View ArticleBy: FreeUrChains
It’s only $30 for the Chocolate Cover Apple. It’s only $300 for that Refrigerator. It’s only $3,000 for 300 sqft of Kitchen. it’s only $30,000 for the SUV to transport the Candy. It’s only $300,000 for...
View ArticleBy: Bill G
A man after my own heart – BMW and a Honda VFR :) Definitely keep both, forget the naysayers. You can retire early and keep these babies! I must say though, that in Ontario my insurance for my 1999 VFR...
View ArticleBy: Mr. Money Mustache
Hmm.. that’s a solid representation of the Standard Consumer take on an issue like this. But from an early retirement perspective, Bill is giving advice I’d strongly disagree with, because the numbers...
View ArticleBy: Chris
Damn who knew my 2004 Vibe could be worth so much? Mine is a stick and was only 14500 brand new.
View ArticleBy: Mr. Money Mustache
Hey Portland Man.. never fear: ridiculous asking prices are all part of the fun of Craigslist. They are just there for your amusement. If you watch for a while, the overpriced listings rarely sell, and...
View ArticleBy: Emmers
Yeah, how is he going to continue pulling in that motorcycle-instructor income if he *sells his motorcycle* ? Maybe I missed something.
View ArticleBy: Emmers
Maybe she’s going to get a real job when the baby hits nursery school age? I guess it’s all speculation anyway.
View ArticleBy: Pollyanna
This was a great post, I read it when it came out and have digested it again today. With my re-read, I am in the midst of breaking out budget $ with more detail, which will likely shed more light on...
View ArticleBy: Yuriy
How do you get 32 mpg out of a 3 series? I have a (*readies for an MMM punch in the face*) 2003 325xi and I’ve only once gotten 28mpg for all hiway, typical driving is 23-24mpg.
View ArticleBy: frank
1999 Dodge Neon Sport, new paint (but some body damage at the front).. some engine wear perfect suspension and new tires.. Bought for $350. Rebuilt engine and new synchro cones in the manual tranny for...
View ArticleBy: Laura Sanders
Mr. Risky, Thank you for chiming in! My fiance’ and I are discussing downsizing from our current 3b/2b house rental to a smaller apartment when my 21 year old daughter moves out. You highlighted...
View ArticleBy: JohnDoeJersey
So, I have to protest this train of thought. I realize that the basic point of ERE and MMM is to retire from being forced to work. It’s a noble goal (and one I am working towards myself). That being...
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