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    Bank rate survey finds: 56% of Americans cannot cover a $1000 emergency

    Just saw this article on CNBC. 56% cannot cover a $1000 emergency expense without using a credit card or borrowing from friends or family. So much for Bidenomics. It also speaks to the fact that many still prioritize the wrong things. I wonder how many of the 56% are daily Starbuck’s client, etc…
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    Surprisingly Florida was not the biggest gainer in net population growth

    Yes Florida was a strong #2 with a net migration of 238K. I can see why Brad gets irritated. However it was beat by another Southern state. Texas - nope. North Carolina topped the list with a net inflows of 266K. I was surprised by this statistic. I assume if this looked at a 5 yr chart...
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    NBA “All Star” Game - zero pride on display

    I didn’t watch the NBA All Star game but I read a few articles about it. Prior to the game, NBA legend Larry Bird rightfully criticized the current lack of effort being put forth by current NBA all stars at the All Star Game. He urged them to show up and compete. So did they listen to Larry...
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    Looking for a good mattress at a reasonable price…

    Looking to purchase a good mattress that isn’t priced through the moon (15k) for a vacation home. Looking for a king, firm and one that doesn‘t heat up like a frying pan. Thanks for any recommendations you might have. Tag
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    State of the American Workforce

    The Pareto principle applies. 20% of hard charging employees do 80% of the work. Hats off to the 20% who still take pride in a hard days work.
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    Do you get tired of being asked “How many years do you have left before retirement”

    Just curious for those of you 50+, do you get asked all of the time about retirement? I am in my mid fifties. I don’t get asked about it from co-workers. My boss asks me once a year for succession plans for the board but he wants me to stay until he retires. But many of my contemporaries ask...
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    A legend among legends is dead. Jim Brown dead at 87.

    Dominated and walked away from the game at age 30. He was simply unstoppable. Never tackled for a loss!
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    New Credit Card stats….storm is brewing

    CC balances up 15% since last year to $5400 % of people who carry a balance up from 39% to 46% in a year Savings rate near all time lows. Auto credit amounts all time high along with the length financed. ….. Things are going to get interesting. Oh and when the student debt repayment kicks...
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    Fed reports household debt increases faster than any time in the past 20 yrs

    Fed report this morning shows 15% increase in household debt vs prior year. Fastest growth in 20 years. That is saying something given that it exceeded the 2008-2010 time period. No reason to be concerned, Biden recently said the economy was Strong!
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    Yellowstone season opener

    I thought it was kind of lame compared to previous seasons. What did you think?
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    What is the modern definition of making “Big Money”?

    A long time ago (1990) when I was entering the workforce, $100K a year was a milestone. I see posts on here about guys “killing it”. What do you all see as the threshold for making “big money”? I realize the answer varies greatly depending on where you live. 100K in rural Nebraska might be...
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    pay cash vs finance 2022

    SVTP For the past several years it seems like annually a thread pops up discussing whether to pay cash for a vehicle or finance it. This usually ends up in a debate with the finance experts calling the cash buyers shortsighted. They always claim they can invest their money and generate higher...
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    Ford to sell EV vehicles through an intuitive, transparent, e-commerce platform…

    Ford announced they are setting up separate divisions. Sounds to me like the dealers may not control ordering and out the door pricing of Ford EV Vehicles in the future. Curious what others are hearing. I could be mis-interpreting the announcement.
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    Garage storage system recommendations

    SVTP: i would appreciate any recommendations for a garage storage system (combined tool and storage area). I installed a high end system in my primary home (Redline Garage Gear) 8 years ago. It is really nice but expensive. I am looking for something that looks decent and is not junk, but...
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    b.A.T. - who has bid on an auction before?

    Just got signed up to bid. I have been watching the site for some time and finally came across something that prompted me to register and bid. There is at least one early aggressive bidder. The last few bids he has been upping his bid by 5k increments every time a new person enters a bid...
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    Recommendations needed for BMW performance shop in Midwest

    Looking for a performance shop in the Midwest to work on E46 BMW M3. thanks
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    Test drove a 2020 Raptor - highs/lows

    Test drove a new raptor. great looking truck. easy bed access with step. Great interior loaded with options. Seats were fantastic along with tilt/telescoping wheel. Tons of room and great options but..... The exhaust note was worse that I expected. The engine acceleration felt weak even if...
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    Fact or Fiction: Is there a future Raptor getting the GT500 engine?

    I heard this rumor in the press a while back. Anybody know the latest? Supposedly to defend against the Ram with the Hellcat motor?
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    Tacoma for Chevrolet Colorado zr2 - thoughts?

    I am looking to pickup a mid size pickup. raptor is too large for the garage space. ‘Trading in my old 2007 Tacoma TRD off road. Looking to purchase a 2020 ZR2 crew cab. 1) any idea on trade value for 07 loaded Tacoma crew cab with 95000 miles. Original owner. Perfect running order but...
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    How long before you modded (engine/tune) your new car?

    Just curious how long you waited to have your new car tuned? My car is just over a year old so I would putting my remaining warranty at risk. I would like to do some bolt on’s, have it tuned and add a flex fuel set up to run E85. It would be done at the premier shop in the country. What do you...
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    Recommendations for winter/retirement home

    My wife and I starting to consider a 2nd home in a warmer climate to get away from the harsh winters up north and for retirement. I would like to hear any recommendations that you may have. Wish List Clean / safe community At least 50 degrees in the winter months on most days By water or...
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    Custom interior - who has done it?

    Just curious to see pics from folks that have given their cobra a interior makeover.
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    New Shelby GT350R or New GTR - same price

    I have an opportunity to get a new GT350R or a new 2016 GTR. The trade difference for my 2011 Shelby from the two dealers is the same. The GTR is being discounted and the 350R has a considerable ADM. I curious which one you would choose and why?
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    Best place to buy rear bumper COBRA letters?

    Had a lady tap my rear bumper at a stop light. I will need to re spray the bumper and replace the black chrome COBRA letters. Where can I buy them at? Thanks Sean
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    What is the 1/4 mile time for a MANUAL Dodge Hellcat

    I see all of the glory runs with auto's on drag radials. Anybody have a source for a stock hellcat on OEM tires and a manual transmission?

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