NSurf9 Account Talk

[Birchtree]

Steady,

At least you are now off the fence as Birchtree shakes his head. Let the games begin.

 

[nsurf9]

The Rally Monkey has been giving you two my rum again, hasn't he?

 

[Guest2]

For some of us with "thumbs on" managers, it's the only way we'll ever get to telecommute. BAH!

Actually, I'm jealous of anyone who has the ability to telecommute.
I'm sure there are pitfalls, but it definately sounds like something I'd
love to do. While trying to think of ways to make money "at home"
during my retirement, I often wonder what kind of work would allow
such a thing. The internet is full of scams. I'm gonna look into the
BBB for suggestions eventually.

 

[EW_ret]

Birch gets my full and unreserved "Amen, Brother" to that one.

I second that one! We need less socialism in this country. The best government is the least government, with low taxes, and capitalism leading the way. Its ashame we don't have a choice that echoes this attitude for the presidency.

 

[Steadygain]

The best government is the least government.

Nothing could express my sincerest view of our country more than this. There is a book "A Goverment Ill Executed" by Paul Light which is based on Alexander Hamilton's warning about too much goverment control.

I think you would really enjoy it - but it's troublesome and heart wrenching - because it shows how much it has become more and more "goverment" over the past 20 years. Most notably - the present administration.

 

[luv2read]

Nothing could express my sincerest view of our country more than this. There is a book "A Goverment Ill Executed" by Paul Light which is based on Alexander Hamilton's warning about too much goverment control.

I think you would really enjoy it - but it's troublesome and heart wrenching - because it shows how much it has become more and more "goverment" over the past 20 years. Most notably - the present administration.

What?!!!! Bigger government under a conservative, GOP administration AND Congress that swore they believe in smaller government and less spending? Surely not? HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!:blink::nuts::toung::laugh:

 

[nsurf9]

On Fanny Freddy: I thing even Hamilton and Jefferson would have, on their 3rd trip under the water, appreciated a short Gov respit to allow them to get their breathe. The problem is, once the Gov gets their legislative fingers in, it doesn't get them out.

 

[alevin]

I second that one! We need less socialism in this country. The best government is the least government, with low taxes, and capitalism leading the way. Its ashame we don't have a choice that echoes this attitude for the presidency.

Ooops, I may have inadvertently overstated my intent with that remark. What I meant was, I think many people have been overspending their income presuming the good times would never end. And with rising prices everywhere, the first thing to change is spending habits, cutting the frills-I do have my particular weaknesses, and they aren't Showtime or a cell phone, and I already drive a 12-year old 4-cylinder stick shift that was paid off in a year. When people find themselves having a hard time paying for basics (like cost to get to work), they need to look hard at things they've been thinking of as standard lifestyle choices and rethink whether they are really necessities.

My neighbor the disabled vet went without any income for a year+ after his stroke, got rid of his phone and cable tv, couldn't drive anymore due to stroke, borrowed neighbor phone when needed, neighbors took care of minimal transportation needs and helped keep a roof over his head when he went through multiple eviction notices while waiting for VA disability to kick in. Local Social services in this community failed him hugely-he was eating on approximately 60$/month and utility bill of $20/month in his rundown 1-bedroom apt. I've seen another neighbor with 3 kids downsize the big SUV in the past month, now have a mid-size family car like I grew up with.

One point on downsizing vehicles tho-it's really tough to sell a big vehicle to anyone right now, because the dealers can't sell them either, so another option-park the SUV except for multi-passenger needs. 1-year emergency savings is a standard recommended practice regardless of the economy. Wonder how many people paid attention to that before this happened? :blink:

 

[nsurf9]

EW, your words resonate with my deeper worry about things in the US. At the top, you have the things that make the flame burn - business and economics. Below the wick level are the people and things that allow the flame to burn. The candle is flickering . . . but corporate flames will continue.

But, most important and disturbingly, I keep seeing and hearing a whole lot of stories of difficulties of the people that make up the wax below the wick to survive - and it includes people from a wide spectrum of socio-economic levels.

The water level below the candle of what it takes to live is, and continues to be, higher than what many budgets were predicated - even just 2 years ago. Unless your wealthy, even the well-to-do that are little extended can be over come by this tide. The fact is, from 1st hand observation, the water around the candle is on the rise and the candle is burning at several places for a lot of people - poor, middle and well-to-do. And, old man winter will soon be knocking on their doors.

 

[nsurf9]

I couldn't help but laugh ....

Long, Ray and TSP Board on Titanic pre-voyage meeting.

We have advice of experts that we will beat our costs savings goal and all passengers will be safe and just fine with the 2 unlimited lifesavers and won't need those expensive life boats.

 

[Steadygain]

I think many people have been overspending their income presuming the good times would never end. And with rising prices everywhere, the first thing to change is spending habits, cutting the frills-I do have my particular weaknesses, and they aren't Showtime or a cell phone, and I already drive a 12-year old 4-cylinder stick shift that was paid off in a year. When people find themselves having a hard time paying for basics (like cost to get to work), they need to look hard at things they've been thinking of as standard lifestyle choices and rethink whether they are really necessities...

Alevin, you've got a good heart and are able to connect with the general population. This is good - thanks.

 

[Silverbird]

I couldn't help but laugh ....

Long, Ray and TSP Board on Titanic pre-voyage meeting.

We have advice of experts that we will beat our costs savings goal and all passengers will be safe and just fine with the 2 unlimited lifesavers and won't need those expensive life boats.

Actually, it's you get to sign up for a spot on a lifeboat for two days out of each trip (month), after that you have the choice of our Titanic Brand lifevest (More G), or life ring (100% G).

 

[nsurf9]

Tough call. Was in I, but wanted to get out of the way of the likely fall-out in tomorrow's EAFE and perhaps get a bounce tomorrow after today's S fund's ~+1.5% drop. Oil to follow downward, and no substantial hurrican damage likely from Edoward. Economic release (ISM) should be at least static. Now, if Israel doesn't bomb Iran, maybe a some pop tomorrow.

 

[nsurf9]

Oh well, EAFE didn't get the fall-out from the yesteday's US equities. And, the S fund did'nt get the bounce, relative to C and I funds, today. Just have to settle for the 1.91% recoup.

 

[nasa1974]

Nsurf, Nice day! Congrats.

 

[Guest2]

Just have to settle for the 1.91% recoup.

I'm sorry you did so badly yesterday nsurf9, I'll lend you a dollar if needed :laugh:

 

[nsurf9]

Thanks, NASA. I'm still a long way from the rare-ified air of closing in on 20% (26% not on the boards), but I'm fighting back (with my shoe laces tied and my arms being held behind my back).

SB, I must thank you, again, on the over/under payment status on the I fund. I make it a point to look the I fund payment status every day before making my IFT decision.

 

[Guest2]

SB, I must thank you again on the over/under payment status on the I fund. I make it a point to look at every day in making my IFT decision.

I'm glad your able to use it to your advantage. Its just a guide and should
not be used as a sole decision maker (said that for new members). Its One
more tool in our arsonal. P&F Charts, Published Economic and Earnings Info
all contribute. Not to mention the wealth of experience throughout this
website which gives us the edge we seek (said that for new members too).

With the Market down today, I'm going to sit tight at 50%(C) and 50%(S).
I'm hoping for the 1290's as many have posted. Heck, I might even fall to
the negative YTD after todays over. :worried:

 

[nsurf9]

If you had unlimited IFTs and if moved to where and when as exactly needed, you could have profitted 442 shares cents since 7/1/08, instead of only breaking even, or losing >5% in the I fund.

I love volitility, I hate 2 IFT's per month. The TSP Board really needs to come clean with what an IFT costs - it doesn't have to be exact.

 

[luv2read]

If you had unlimited IFTs and if moved to where and when as exactly needed, you could have profitted 442 shares cents since 7/1/08, instead of only breaking even, or losing >5% in the I fund.

I love volitility, I hate 2 IFT's per month. The TSP Board really needs to come clean with what an IFT costs - it doesn't have to be exact.

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